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From Bédoin to Mont Ventoux
Visorando Member
9.14 mi
+5,295 ft
-85 ft
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
Bédoin - Mont Ventoux is a legendary stage of the Tour de France cycling race. This hike provides more direct access to the summit, via paths that follow the ridges and valleys of the mountain's southern slope. At the beginning, the paths run through pretty woodland, which is magnificent in autumn. Towards the end, the paths cross the rocky landscape of light-coloured stones at the summit of the mountain. Along the way, you will come across "jas", mountain sheepfolds built from dry stone walls.
The quarries of Bédoin
3.73 mi
+272 ft
-249 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A short, easy hike starting from Bédoin. A long walk under the pine trees amid the old ochre quarries, revealing shades of red, orange and yellow.
Circular between Bédoin and Gros Pata
7.99 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A moderately difficult, well-shaded circular route from the Ventoux vineyards to the Malaucène National Forest, with views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and the Bédoin ochre quarry.
The hike was modified at the end of May 2021 to avoid crossing private property.
The Jas du Pié Gros and the Combe de Malaval
6.73 mi
+2,152 ft
-2,126 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
One of the possible hikes on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux.
A beautiful climb through the forest leads to Jas de Piè Gros, with magnificent views of the valley before descending via the Combe de Malaval.
Combe de Maraval then return via Tête du Gros Charme
3.33 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,325 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A family hike offering beautiful caves on the way up and a stunning view of the Comtat Venaissin on the way down.
Combe d'Ansis Mont Ventoux
6.21 mi
+1,522 ft
-1,522 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A walk in the foothills of Ventoux near Bédouin allows you to discover the rich vegetation of the southern slope.
Departure from the hamlet of Les Baux, on the Mont Ventoux road via Bedoin, on the left - car park near the cemetery.
Short circular loop around the Combe Obscure
Association / Club / Walk leader2.92 mi
+935 ft
-938 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
The Combe Obscure is one of the westernmost valleys of Mont Ventoux: a charming, winding, stony path takes you into the folds of the Giant of Provence before climbing and returning to the start via a path along the cliffs of La Madeleine.
Tête du Gros Charme via Combe Obscure
8.01 mi
+2,113 ft
-2,110 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
Circular route around the western part of Mont Ventoux with an ascent via Combe Obscure, Combe du Grand Barbeirol and Combe Brame-Fam, then descend towards Tête du Gros Charme and its unobstructed views.
The Grand Barbeirol via the Vallon des Mines and the Crêtes de la Madeleine
6.30 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,827 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A very beautiful loop off the beaten track that allows you to climb a peak and ridges on the western side of Mont Ventoux via some very pleasant and fairly wild passages offering beautiful views!
Combe Curnier and the Cournillon valley
5.46 mi
+1,772 ft
-1,739 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
The first section is a gradual climb through a unique landscape. The second part of the ascent is steeper, winding through scree and foliage, and can sometimes prove quite challenging. The return route follows an easy forest track through the varied landscapes that the Ventoux has to offer.
The Combe de Curnier
5.74 mi
+2,172 ft
-2,175 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
This hike on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux, narrow, wooded and always chilly, carved out by capricious waters, leads to a vast panoramic view.
From the Belvédère to Crillon-le-Brave
3.95 mi
+604 ft
-604 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Crillon-le-Brave (Vaucluse)
This hike takes you from the recently opened bar-restaurant "Le Belvédère" to the hilltop village of Crillon-le-Brave. While the first part is not particularly difficult, the return journey involves a long, sometimes quite steep climb along the Torrent de Pié Blanc. Only the descent to Crillon is marked with red and yellow signs. After that, don't hesitate to use a GPS or the Visorando app.
The Combes de Curnier and Malaval
8.88 mi
+2,949 ft
-2,969 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
This is a multifaceted hike: the mysterious Combe Curnier with its narrow, winding canyon; the Combe Malaval with its spectacular caves; and between these two valleys, a mountain trail offering magnificent views over the Comtat Venaissin plain and the Dentelles de Montmirail massif.
Jas du Pié Gros and Jas des Landérots
11.47 mi
+2,454 ft
-2,431 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A new walk on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux offering beautiful views of the valley and surrounding mountains thanks to an ascent and descent on wide tracks or paths.
Along the way, you will pass two sheep pens, in varying states of repair, evidence of a declining pastoral tradition.
Mont Ventoux by the southern slopes
13.62 mi
+4,724 ft
-4,724 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
Beautiful climb up the southern slopes of Mont Ventoux from the hamlet of Sainte Colombe 4 km from Bédoin.
Ascent of Mont Ventoux and crossing of the north face
19.04 mi
+6,588 ft
-6,562 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
Ascend Mont Ventoux from the south, then cross the north face via theGR®9. Panoramic view of the entire Toulourenc valley from the mountainside.
The sheepfolds of Mont Ventoux
8.76 mi
+2,979 ft
-2,989 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
This route takes you on a journey of discovery to some of the sheepfolds or "jas" that dot the southern slope of Ventoux.
The hills of Lac du Paty
6.15 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A beautiful walk among the pine trees and wild olive trees around Lac du Paty.
Moderator's warning on 06/04/2021: GPS or Visorando app useful for this hike; see comments at the bottom of this page
The chapels around Le Groseau
8.73 mi
+1,995 ft
-1,991 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A tour of the north-western foothills of Mont Ventoux to discover three chapels and the Groseau spring.
Les Rochers des Rams
4.37 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,450 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Beaumont-du-Ventoux (Vaucluse)
Mont Ventoux
Halfway along the road leading from Malaucène to the summit, this
hike near protected areas offers extensive views of
the northern and southern slopes of Mont Ventoux.
Malaucène - The 3 combes
5.84 mi
+1,670 ft
-1,650 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A beautiful circuit which, starting from the Malaucène paper mill, takes you up to the Chapelle de Piaud and then on to the combes of Grand Barbeirol, Brame Fam and Comentige. Finally, you reach a disused gypsum quarry, the spring and Notre Dame du Groseau.
Around Mont Serein via Pré Saint Michel and the sheepfold
8.38 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,506 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Beaumont-du-Ventoux (Vaucluse)
A lovely walk through the woodland with views of the mighty Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles, the Vallée du Bout du Monde and as far as Montagne Angèle.
Le Barroux from Malaucène
11.95 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,621 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A beautiful circuit that starts in Malaucène, at the foot of the Ventoux, and takes you around the magnificent Château du Barroux.
Around the Combe Brune
8.16 mi
+850 ft
-876 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A hike in the Ventoux area, on little-used trails and good tracks. The forest offers a wide variety of tree species.
Although this circuit is not physically demanding, it is suitable for experienced hikers as the trails are poorly marked or unmarked. Mont Ventoux is a mountain and caution is advised.
The ice houses of Mont Ventoux
9.63 mi
+2,346 ft
-2,329 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
As in other places, the southern face of Mont Ventoux was a place where ice was produced. This route passes along some of the paths once used to transport ice to Bédoin.
Mont Ventoux - le Rat
5.93 mi
+548 ft
-574 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
Discover the vegetation's biodiversity of the Mont Ventoux.
From Bedoin, take the road (by car) leading to the Mont Ventoux.
Cross the remarkable cedar's forest then the beech forest will appear.
Continue (approx. 10km) until you find a car park on the right-hand side. (Jas des Melettes)
Ventoux from the south: forests and rocks
8.74 mi
+1,916 ft
-1,942 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
This is an easy hike through beautiful forest landscapes and splendid trees. It is followed by a steep climb to join the GR® trail and go around the summit. The descent is pleasant, through scree slopes, with splendid views. Although difficult, this hike allows you to explore the "giant of Provence" with its varied landscapes depending on the season.
Mont Ventoux, north and south slopes
10.80 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,612 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
While the southern slope of Mont Ventoux and the ridge trail are well known, the northern slope is less frequented but just as beautiful, with its alternating forests, scree slopes and avalanche couloirs. With a bit of luck, you may even spot some chamois.
The southern side of Mont Ventoux
6.36 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,362 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
The southern side of Mont Ventoux, starting from the Fontaine de la Grave. Hike along the wild ridges. A little tenacity is needed to tackle these sometimes challenging slopes.
Mont Ventoux South and North
9.18 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,657 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
South and north of Mont Ventoux: different landscapes between the summit teeming with cyclists and motorcyclists, a desert of stone and undergrowth with an intoxicating calm.
Pas de la Frache - Tête de la Grave via Chalet Reynard
5.58 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,617 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
From Chalet Reynard, climb up to Pas de la Frache and descend via a wild path on the north face to reach Tête de la Grave.
Mont Ventoux via the Pas de la Frache, the ridge and the Vallon de la Grave
9.89 mi
+1,709 ft
-1,706 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
A beautiful circular route towards the summit of Mont Ventoux, starting from Chalet Reynard (south side). Can be done in either direction. Varied landscape. 360° view of the surrounding landscape. Can be done on foot or with snowshoes when conditions allow.
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