Buoux walks

Around the Aigue Brun ( Download : PDF )

14.43km +662m -662m 6h00 Average
Starting point in Buoux - 84 - Vaucluse

Circuit around the Aigue Brun to see the different aspects of this valley nestled at the foot of the Luberon.

On the ridges of the Grand Luberon ( Download : PDF )

11.94km +506m -512m 4h50 Average
Starting point in Buoux - 84 - Vaucluse

A loop that takes you to the hamlet of Seguins along the ridges of the Grand Luberon through Sivergues and Chastelas.

The Colorado of Rustrel ( Download : PDF )

5.16km +90m -93m 1h45 Easy
Starting point in Rustrel - 84 - Vaucluse

A colourful visit to a place known as the Colorado of Provence.

Lioux - The Madeleine cliff ( Download : PDF )

12.9km +341m -340m 4h40 Average
Starting point in Lioux - 84 - Vaucluse

Circuit around Lioux returning through the Madeleine cliffs, with fine views of the Vaucluse ranges.

The southern slope of Le Petit Luberon ( Download : PDF )

15.19km +612m -607m 6h05 Very difficult
Starting point in Mérindol - 84 - Vaucluse

On the southern slope of Le Petit Luberon, this trail is for experienced hikers due to two steep rises and randomly waymarked trails.

Vaumale valley - Lioux valley ( Download : PDF )

12.54km +311m -311m 4h30 Average
Starting point in Lioux - 84 - Vaucluse

Walk up Vaumale valley along a beautiful trail equipped with climbing aids and then come back down the wilder and less rocky Lioux valley.

The Véroncle mills ( Download : PDF )

10km +310m -301m 3h45 Difficult
Starting point in Gordes - 84 - Vaucluse

The route leads up the Véroncle canyon then down the south-facing slopes of the Monts de Vaucluse.

Gorges de Véroncle ( Download : PDF )

5.83km +303m -10m 2h30 Difficult
Starting point in Gordes - 84 - Vaucluse

The walk starts near Gordes (listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France) and passes through the Véroncle gorge to Murs and its castle.
A very pleasant, energetic walk in the ravine of the Véroncle gorges, discovering the remains of old mills from different periods along the way.
There are a few ladders and ropes, and an old sluice shaft that cannot be avoided.

The Trois Termes via La Sénancole ( Download : PDF )

16km +382m -377m 5h40 Average
Starting point in Gordes - 84 - Vaucluse

Loop around Gordes and its dry stone dwellings, through the valley of Sénancole and its unique Sénanque Abbey.

Around Murs via the Grande Blaque ( Download : PDF )

12.67km +291m -286m 4h25 Average
Starting point in Murs (Vaucluse) - 84 - Vaucluse

Lovely hike without much difficulty. After climbing uphill for just under a kilometre, just enough time to reach an altitude of 700 m, where the the panoramic view of Lubéron with its lowlands and further below the valley behind Murs, opens up to you. Just for your enjoyment, this view will last for more than 4 km. The majority of the circular hike is through forest paths.

Discovery trail west of Cabrières d'Avignon ( Download : PDF )

7.17km +183m -182m 2h35 Easy
Starting point in Cabrières-d'Avignon - 84 - Vaucluse

A short trail to discover the hidden attractions of the western part of Cabrières d'Avignon: olive groves, vineyards, hills, cedars, the Plague Wall (the "Mur de la Peste")

Discovery trail north-west of Cabrières d'Avignon ( Download : PDF )

3.77km +82m -81m 1h20 Easy
Starting point in Cabrières-d'Avignon - 84 - Vaucluse

A short trail to discover the hidden attractions of the upper part of Cabrières d'Avignon: the distinctive architecture of the village houses, porticos and dry-stone walls, fountains and wash-houses, the cedar forest. It also includes Léopold Truc's "paradise", stone shelters ("bories") and olive groves.

The Gorges of Oppedette ( Download : PDF )

6.12km +209m -214m 2h20 Average
Starting point in Oppedette - 04 - Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

A beautiful loop around the Calavon Gorges from the village of Oppedette.

Sommet des Fourcats (Fourcats Peak) ( Download : PDF )

15.49km +724m -731m 6h30 Difficult
Starting point in Robion - 84 - Vaucluse

Excellent walk with an amazing uphill trail to "Les Rochers de Baude" leading to the ridges of the "Luberon plateau"

Between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse ( Download : PDF )

12km +479m -473m 4h50 Average
Starting point in Lagnes - 84 - Vaucluse

A trek between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse on typical Provençal trails.

The crests of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse ( Download : PDF )

14.8km +833m -824m 6h35 Difficult
Starting point in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse - 84 - Vaucluse

A demanding route that climbs up to the crests above Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, where you will have unrivalled views.

Rochers de Baude and Gorges de Badarel ( Download : PDF )

6.04km +320m -318m 2h40 Average
Starting point in Taillades - 84 - Vaucluse

Superb cliff-side walk. Views of Les Taillades, Robion and Cavaillon.

The Nesque River gorges from Monieux ( Download : PDF )

8.32km +383m -378m 3h30 Average
Starting point in Monieux - 84 - Vaucluse

The Nesque River gorges and the Saint Michel chapel starting from the Bourget Lake in Monieux.

The Castellas de Roquemartine, the Crête du Defens, and the Grottes de Calès caves ( Download : PDF )

12.62km +285m -284m 4h25 Average
Starting point in Lamanon - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

A nice hike in the Alpilles to see the ruins of Castellas de Roquemartine (Château de la Reine Jeanne), and end with the caves of Calès, a very interesting cave network.

The Orgon plateau ( Download : PDF )

18.41km +488m -488m 6h40 Average
Starting point in Orgon - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

Circuit in the eastern Alpilles, first passing by the Notre-Dame de Beauregard chapel overlooking the Durance valley and a long tour over the Orgon plateau and its valleys.

On the heights of Velleron ( Download : PDF )

5.67km +136m -135m 2h00 Easy
Starting point in Velleron - 84 - Vaucluse

A short family walk on the heights of Velleron to discover numerous dry-stone terraces in reasonably good condition.

The ochre trails of Mormoiron ( Download : PDF )

11.02km +249m -245m 3h50 Average
Starting point in Mormoiron - 84 - Vaucluse

Take a walk between Mormoiron and Villes-sur-Auzon on the trails of old ochre quarries.

Défens d'Eyguières - Lamanon, Grottes de Calès ( Download : PDF )

13.2km +320m -320m 4h40 Average
Starting point in Eyguières - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

A hike starting from Eyguières with its two enclosed springs, the Fontaine des Bormes and the Fontaine Gilouse.
A walk in the Défens d'Eyguières, with fine views of the ruins of Roquemartine Castle, the Durance valley and, if the weather is fine, the Mont Ventoux.
Access to the Grottes de Calès site is forbidden.
Return by the olive groves below the Défens d'Eyguières.
__Caution! Because of the nature of the rock (mollasse sandstone, and therefore friable) and the cliffs, parts of the site are dangerous.
A municipal order prohibiting access to these areas is currently in force. Take great care.__

The Tour des Opies- the Eyguières Alpilles ( Download : PDF )

16.02km +399m -392m 5h45 Average
Starting point in Eyguières - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

Hiking in the Alpilles, starting from the Eyguières bullring.
A quiet start among olive trees and cicadas at the foot of the Opies.
You'll discover the old Romanière sheep pens.
The ascent starts on a beautiful path through the maquis and ends with a little climb to finish at the Tour de Guet where a magnificent 360° view awaits you.
You can also visit the vestiges of Villa Gallo Romaine.

A loop hike from Ventabren to L'Aqueduc de Roquefavour ( Download : PDF )

14.43km +337m -335m 5h05 Average
Starting point in Ventabren - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

A loop hike starting from Ventabren Village, heading downhill and crossing Arc River to head up the hill on the other side reaching a stunning panoramic view over Mont Ventoux, Eguilles Village, the Aqueduc de Roquefavour Bridge, Sainte-Victoire Mountain and l'Etoile mountain range with the Pilon du Roi.

The Canal de Marseille and Aqueduc de Roquefavour ( Download : PDF )

12.07km +152m -156m 3h55 Average
Starting point in Ventabren - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

Leaving from Ventabren, a walk in the surrounding hills and then along the Canal de Marseille and ending at the Aqueduc de Roquefavour.

Mont Ventoux by the southern slopes ( Download : PDF )

21.92km +1446m -1438m 10h25 Very difficult
Starting point in Bédoin - 84 - Vaucluse

Beautiful climb up the southern slopes of Mont Ventoux from the hamlet of Sainte Colombe 4 km from Bédoin.

The Sainte-Victoire ( Download : PDF )

18.24km +878m -887m 7h45 Average
Starting point in Saint-Marc-Jaumegarde - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

A beautiful hike up one of the highest mountains in the Provence: the magnificent Sainte-Victoire. Enjoy 360° views as far as the Alps and the Ventoux. The Priory alone is well worth the effort.

Sainte-Victoire la Croix de Provence ( Download : PDF )

13.88km +721m -727m 6h00 Difficult
Starting point in Vauvenargues - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

Sainte-Victoire is a highlight of Provence for hikers and climbers.

Before you start, make sure access to the massif is allowed because a regulation is applicable from 1 June to 30 September which and can limit access hours. See the link below:
http://www.paca.gouv.fr/files/massif/

The hills of Grans ( Download : PDF )

7.81km +25m -25m 45 mins Easy
Starting point in Grans - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône

A walk to discover bories (dry-stone huts), perfect for a little mountain biking special, alternating between false-flat single trails (be careful of the trees!) and wide rolling tracks to get your heart pumping or to work on your endurance.

The sheepfolds of the Contadour ( Download : PDF )

12.07km +294m -294m 4h15 Average
Starting point in Redortiers - 04 - Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

Discover the dry stone sheepfolds to the west of the Lure mountains.

Paty lake and chapel via le Barroux ( Download : PDF )

13.16km +369m -369m 4h50 Average
Starting point in Caromb - 84 - Vaucluse

A hike against the backdrop of Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail, taking you through the village of Barroux to admire the castle and the beautiful views of the valley. The walk then continues past Paty lake and chapel.