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Short Protestant route – Dieulefit-Bourdeaux region
A gentle walk offering a route through the countryside and a visit to the old village of Bourdeaux (La Viale).
Saint-Jean Chapel in the Dieulefit-Bourdeaux region
At the start of the circular route, the Soubrion river must be crossed by fording (the only authorised crossing point). However, if the water level does not allow for a safe crossing, the landowners permit use of their footbridge. Please respect this exception.
Bois de Vache - Saoû Forest
The hilltop village of Le Poët-Célard offers a journey back in time as you wander through its medieval streets leading up to the castle. Then discover the local area, including the Château de Saint-André.
Le Pradou - Roche Rousse
This wild hike allows you to discover the south-eastern ridge of the Saoû Forest, passing by the peaks of Pradou and Roche Rousse with views of the southern Drôme mountains as far as Mont Ventoux.
Please note that the route passes through a quiet zone for wild animals. It is forbidden to use it between Pas de Floréal (6) and the bottom of Pré de l'Âne (8) between 15 May and 15 July.Specific signage and a diversion from the GR®9 have been put in place to guide users, seehere.
Serre Antoine - Saoû Forest
Sheltered by the imposing wall of the Saoû perched syncline, you will pass close to the ruins of Pradas and also enjoy unobstructed views over the Roubion valley.
⚠️ Between 1 July and 15 September, Prefectural Order DDT-SEF-2026-0176 of 4 June 2026 concerning temporary restrictions on access to the Saoû forest and the Ambel plateau in the event of a fire risk, assessed on a daily basis. A map is published every evening (around 5.30 pm) for the following day.
Montagne de Saint-Maurice
On the border between Baronnies and Diois, Saint-Maurice is famous for its chapel and ridges. There is a beautiful view to the north with the forest of Saoû, the Trois Becs at Roche Colombe, the Grand Delmas and the Couspeau mountain in the background, and the Lance mountain to the south.
Montagne des Ventes
This is a short hike, mostly through wooded areas with regular openings offering beautiful views of the Dieulefit and Bourdeaux countryside. In particular, you can see the Romanesque church and the 12th-century (private) castle of Comps, the entire Saoû Forest, from Roche Colombe to Trois Becs and the Couspeau Mountain.
Comps, tour of the Jabron Valley
A route taking in small roads and paths that allow you to discover the varied landscapes surrounding the village of Comps and the upper reaches of the Jabron Valley, from the Col de Ventebrun to the church at Comps via the Col de Boutière and the Col de Vesc.
Comps, around the Montagne des Ventes
A walk along small roads, tracks and paths, offering a chance to explore the varied landscapes surrounding the village of Comps, at the head of the Jabron valley, via its church and a circuit around the Montagne des Ventes.
Bois Sec and banks of the Roubion in Francillon
This is an easy walk to stretch your legs while enjoying a beautiful variety of landscapes: panoramic views of the majestic syncline of the Saou Forest, dry pine forests, the cool banks of the Roubion inviting you to take a dip, and even lavender fields to finish off before crossing the pretty village of Francillon.
Couspeau mountain: the Grand Delmas
A circular walk on Couspeau mountain, with the summit of the Grand Delmas offering views over the surrounding mountains, particularly the 3 Becs.
Circular Route of the Three Beaks via Fondoresse
A beautiful, long hike from Col de Gourdon with a significant elevation gain.Magnificent aerial view from the Trois Becs. The trail sometimes winds through heath, sometimes through pastures and also through undergrowth.
Please note that the route passes through a quiet zone for wild animals. Certain sections are closed between 15 May and 15 July. Special signage and a diversion from the GR®9 have been put in place to guide users, seehere.
Couspeau Mountain via the Grand Delmas and its ridges
An idyllic, very quiet walk in magnificent surroundings with 360° panoramic views of all the mountain ranges in the region.
Hiking is prohibited by the landowner (private property) during the summer grazing season, from 20 May to 31 October.
The Gourdon Circuit – Dieulefit-Bourdeaux region
Although this circular walk can be done in either direction, in summer it is advisable to follow the route described to avoid the climb from Les Athénols to the Col de Gourdon, which is very exposed to the sun. It is possible to do just the Col de Gourdon–Fonderesse return walk via Floréal (6.6 km / +320 m / 2 hours 15 minutes).
To avoid disturbing the wildlife, dogs must be kept on a lead.
Bois Sec and Vaire - Saoû Forest
After swimming in the Roubion, you can finish the descent at nightfall: Vaire is a remarkable platform for stargazing, at the foot of the southern slope of the Saoû syncline.
Please note: the route is impassable when the Roubion is in flood.