Bayons walks

A mountain walk through the forest with beautiful autumn colours. Stunning views from the top of Les Monges.

An easy, shaded and varied hike that follows a small stream to an old aqueduct hidden in the vegetation. The circular hike offers beautiful views of the valley and the surrounding peaks.

Second stage of the two-day trip to the Montagne des Monges.

Very pretty summit with a 360° view. From Mont Ventoux to the Écrins and from Dévoluy to the Monges massif. The route is varied, with very little tarmac, forest tracks and trails. The climb is very pleasant among the oak and box trees.

The walk takes place in a beech forest and the highest point of this hike, above Gigors—the Tête de la Plane—is the reward for a pleasant but steep climb. The view over the Turriers plain is superb and is complemented by an orientation board describing the surrounding peaks.

The Monges massif, a place to discover. A festive welcome from the marmots (with a bit of luck, one that lives in the old Chinese hut). A 360° view of all the massifs of the Alpes de Hautes Provence: Estrop, Cloches de Barles, Cheval Blanc.

A beautiful hike that will take you to the easy summit of Les Monges, a magnificent viewpoint with a 360° view.

Starting from the pretty village of Valavoire, enjoy a walk along the ridge with superb 360° views and a visit to the curious site of the Château de la Mole.

This hike has two contrasting sections: the start and the end take place on trails and pastoral tracks, which lend themselves to daydreaming. Crossing the ridges becomes technical (without major difficulties) as you approach the summit of Jalinier, with no real path but a passage open in the vegetation and the rocky ridge of the summit. With an unexpected exit to pass the summit bastion. See practical information regarding the final section of the Jalinier summit.

Family walk in Chabanon along forest paths. The trail is marked in yellow and signposted as ‘La Forêt de Valentin’. With views of the mountain ranges and grazing meadows, this walk is suitable for everyone.

A mountain walk that takes you from a woodland landscape to magnificent expanses of alpine pastures, with views of the surrounding mountains and their bare, rocky ridges. Paths that inspire a sense of adventure. Superb photo opportunities await, especially in autumn with the rust-coloured leaves. And occasionally, a gigantic and magnificent tree. A hike steeped in nature, wide open spaces and serenity.

A magnificent mountain hike where forests, alpine pastures, rocky ridges and a 360° panorama come together. Superb photo opportunities, especially in autumn with the rust-coloured leaves. The route includes some dizzying passages and three steep climbs on rocky ground that can be unstable at times. A hike steeped in nature and serenity in a mountain world apart.

Discover Plan des Sagnières, a peaceful and charming natural site nestled between peat bogs and forest. This educational route invites you to learn more about the challenges and ecological richness of wetlands. There is a picnic area at the start of the trail so you can make the most of your walk.

A short but exciting stay in the Montagne des Monges. This mountain separates the valleys of Sisteron (Durance) and Digne (Bléone).

First stage of a two-day circuit in the Montagne des Monges.

A beautiful hike with no particular difficulties through the mountain pastures to reach the Col des Cloches. You can continue to the summit of one of the bells. Shorter version of a previously published hike: Les Cloches de Barbes and summit of Chine via Le Forest

Les Cloches de Barles is no piece of cake to climb! Reaching the summit is like climbing to the top of a layer cake: you have to work up a sweat to earn your cherry. But once you're up there, it's a feast for the eyes. And to get back down, hop, a little bucolic stroll in picture-postcard style, between the Cabane des Prés and the Sommet de Chine, with dancing flowers and smiling meadows. In short, a real fairy tale hiking experience!

Fairly easy hike around the Clues de Verdaches, deep gorges carved out of the mountain by the Bès. You will find beautiful views of the Blayeul in the first part of the hike, before overlooking the Bès on the way back (swimming possible in summer).

The Serre de Malamort ridge is a remarkable balcony offering superb views, particularly of Dévoluy, Les Écrins and the Durance valley. The route often passes through woodland, so you can enjoy the beautiful colours of autumn.

A challenging hike starting from Selonnet, reaching the accommodation at the Chabanon resort, then descending through the Ganayes and Chardavon forest to Seyne, before returning via the Chemin des Courses.This circular route offers beautiful views of the Blanche valley and Selonnet.

This walk, accessible from Selonnet, offers the chance to discover a gem of the UNESCO Haute-Provence Geopark. The La Grosse Pierre trail leads to a panoramic view of the village of Selonnet and its surroundings, and, above all, to an impressive 550-tonne block of sandstone. This family-friendly route is signposted with yellow signs indicating the “Route de la Pierre Grosse”.

A walk starting from Venterol, mainly through woodland, with views of the Écrins (to the north), the Ubaye (to the east) and the Dévoluy (to the north-west). A short stretch along the ridge to the summit of Montsérieux, which offers a beautiful panorama of the Durance valley, the Champsaur, the Dévoluy and the Dormillouse massif.

It is possible to reach the Chabanon resort from Selonnet via a pleasant round trip through the woods, offering beautiful views of the village. Throughout the walk, enjoy the peaceful surroundings and, with a little luck, you may spot some forest animals.Please remember to close any gates behind you.

A circular walk to reach the Saint-Sixte Chapel and descend via the Bréziers road. The highest point offers a stunning panoramic view of the Bréziers valley and the Durance valley, with the peaks of Céüse, Bure and Mont Colombis in the background. Be careful, there are two options for the end of the route: either via a wide track and then the road (safer but longer), or go ‘off-trail’ tocut across fields and a stream to reach the D951 road (shorter but more difficult).

Snowshoe hike in the Fanget wilderness area, a site that lives up to its name. Ideal for those who want to enjoy nature in a peaceful environment: it feels like you're walking at the end of the world.The site offers six snowshoe trails, but there are many other routes you can take: this one is a variation of Moure Bouchard via the Col de la Bournée with a steeper climb, offering magnificent 360° panoramic views.

Snowshoe hike in the Fanget nature reserve, a site that lives up to its name. Ideal for those who want to enjoy nature in a peaceful environment: it feels like you're walking at the end of the world.The site offers six snowshoe trails, but the location allows for many variations: this one uses part of the Crête et Bois de Méarzes snowshoe trail.

Snowshoe hike in the Fanget nature reserve, a site that lives up to its name. Ideal for those who want to enjoy nature in a peaceful environment: it feels like you're walking at the end of the world. The site offers six snowshoe trails, but there are many variations possible: this one uses part of snowshoe trail No. 5: Négron.

The Auzet Mountains will charm you, not because of their high altitudes or steep gradients, but for something else entirely. For in the Auzet region, the term ‘Mountains’ refers to the mountain chalets that most farms used to own up there. And it’s well worth a visit.

The view from the summit is spectacular, with a 360° panorama where only the Monges mountains hide the Oisans. You can see south all the way to the Basse-Provence, passing by the Lure mountain, Mont Ventoux, Dévoluy with the Pic de Bure, the Blanche valley near Digne, and more. Contrast between the Mediterranean climb facing south and the colder ridge.

A spring walk with panoramic views of the Montagne d’Aujour and the Ceüse cliff, all the way to Bure and the old village of Chaillol!

A stunning viewpoint overlooking the Durance and all the iconic peaks and mountain ranges in the surrounding area (Ceüze, Bure, Ecrins, Morgon, Ubaye, Monges...). A route through deciduous woodland, which lets the sun through in early spring and provides shade in summer.

A lovely family walk, allowing you to stroll at the foot of the ‘Demoiselles Coiffées’ and then, from the village’s terraces, enjoy magnificent views over the wooded valley, the vineyards, the three lakes of Rochebrune and, on the horizon, the Parpaillon, Trois Évêchés and Digne Pre-Alps mountain ranges.

There is a lovely view of the Remollon plain during the climb, followed by a wild descent after the Saint-Pierre Chapel.

A lovely, fairly easy walk in the Hautes Duyes.

Beautiful views of the Salle de Bal des Demoiselles Coiffées

Discover a spectacular geological site formed by the erosion of sedimentary layers of fluvial-glacial origin. The hike is short but challenging and offers magnificent views of the Durance valley.

Discover a spectacular geological site formed by the erosion of fluvio-glacial sedimentary layers. This short hike can be extended towards Mont Colombis, which offers magnificent views over the Durance valley and Lake Serre-Ponçon.

Alternative route to La Salette via Bois le Prêtre and Le Tatier, starting from Risolet (Montclar). This alternative route follows part of the Dormillouse Trail taken by runners on the short course – 11 km – except for the return leg to La Salette, where you can enjoy the view of the surrounding peaks and reflect on the first inhabitants of Montclar who once lived there. To find out more, I can only recommend reading this remarkable book: *Montclar, les deux clochers* by Alain Bouyala (father of the new mayor, François Bouyala!).

A varied hike visiting the villages of La Saulce, Lardier and Valença, crossing the vast forests of the Bois de la Pinée. The highlight is the view from Sainte-Croix, a true promontory overlooking the Durance valley.

A circular route starting from the hamlet of Mélan takes you to the Sommet du Corbeau, where you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Durance valley and the Massif des Monges. The route alternates between wide tracks, open landscapes and forest passages. It is not difficult.

Hike in the Vanson national forest, with a view of the hills.

Circular loop above Tallard, mostly through pine forest.

This family walk crosses the hill of Saint-Abdon, on the northern edge of which Tallard Castle was built, following the ridge. Please note that some sections run alongside the cliff. It offers magnificent views over the Durance valley, the Montagne de Céüse and the Pic de Bure. The return route takes you across the plain, on the Durance side, past orchards, vineyards and allotments.

An easy hike near Saint-Geniez. With beautiful views along the ridges.

Loop above Tallard via Ville Vieille, which was the old village.

A short walk from the SGDF base in Mélan. This short walk takes you round Vieux Mélan along a forest path, offering a chance to cool off.Please note that some sections require you to pass through gates, which must be closed behind you. There is a water point at the cemetery near the chapel. The first section along the DFCI track is in the sun; the rest is in the shade along the forest path.

A fairly easy walk allowing you to explore the hamlets of Verdaches, La Sambue and La Route along a peaceful path. You’ll find lovely panoramic views of Blayeul as you follow a pleasant, varied route through farms, pastures and woodland.

An easily accessible hike with a sublime panorama on arrival at the geological curiosity of the Vélodrome, as well as the Lame de Facibelle and the Gorges du Bés. A very pleasant route through varied vegetation.

A hike in the heart of the Haute Provence Geological Reserve: to cross the Esclangon Velodrome, then find yourself at the foot of the Lame (or sail) de Facibelle: a marvel of delicacy. But also to step back in time with the old Orthodox hermitage of Saint-Jean du Désert, not forgetting the abandoned hamlets and villages such as Tanaron and Pudoyer

Unforgettable views of the lake at the confluence of the Durance and Ubaye rivers.

Starting from the village of La Bréole, the Clot la Cime circuit will take you to the highest point in the commune, at 1,580 metres, with a magnificent view of the Lac de Serre-Ponçon and the Durance valley. This hike is classified as "moderate" but is quite long.

Starting from the village of La Bréole, this walk is suitable for the whole family.It will allow you to discover both the Château de La Bréole and the Serre-Ponçon Dam, a key feature of the local heritage of the 20th century.

This impressive rocky ridge is visible from Sisteron and the surrounding area. If you dream of climbing it, here is one of the possible routes. It's a fairly easy hike but offers exceptional views of the mountains, the Sasse valley and the Durance river.

There are some beautiful landscapes around the region's unique geological formations, particularly the distinctive Lame de Facibelle, an impressive "slice" of rock. The route is marked in yellow.

Starting from the Church of Costebelle, in the commune of La Bréole, this route, suitable for ordinary walkers, will take you to Lake Saint-Léger, in the neighbouring commune of Montclar.

La Viste is a peak overlooking the Serre-Ponçon dam. Walking around it offers beautiful views of the lake, as well as the surrounding mountains (Ecrins massif, Ubaye) and the Durance valley. Please note that this hike should only be undertaken in good weather, with no risk of storms, as it involves fording numerous streams. In addition, a short section on a very steep slope, which is actually easy, may cause discomfort for those prone to vertigo.

A beautiful hike that begins at the deep Saut de Roland waterfall before climbing up the riverbed. The ascent to Col Lebraut, initially shaded, gradually opens up to reveal the majestic mountains. The descent from Crête des Esteves offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and the sparkling lake. At Les Hyvans, on the edge of the lake, the setting invites serenity and the large wooden tables provide the ideal setting for a convivial picnic. The climb to the Ruines du Villard begins with a lunar passage through black marl. Upon arrival at Rocher Chabrand, the view of the beaches of Bois Vieux and the Serre-Ponçon Dam is simply remarkable.