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Chapelle de la Miséricorde walks
The Sources de l’Huveaune circular walk in Nans-les-Pins
Tourist office
6.11 mi
+597 ft
-571 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Nans-les-Pins (Var)
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This walk will take you from the charming narrow streets of Nans-les-Pins to the headwaters of the Huveaune. Situated in the heart of the Sainte-Baume Biological Reserve, this site is extremely fragile! As it often dries up in summer, it is advisable to visit in spring or autumn. Setting off from the village, head towards the Castelette valley. Listen carefully and let the sound of the Huveaune guide you to the turquoise pools for which it is famous. Situated in the heart of the Sainte-Baume Biological Reserve, this magical site is extremely fragile! The footbridges and viewing points allow you to admire the river whilst helping to protect it. Information boards provide insights into the river, its geology and biodiversity.
Walks near Chapelle de la Miséricorde
The Jas de Sylvain
Visorando Member8.78 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,765 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cuges-les-Pins (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A lovely walk above Cuges-Les-Pins. The Jas de Sylvain is a restored former sheepfold which offers free overnight accommodation for a few walkers in basic comfort. Beautiful panoramic views over the Cuges plain. The walk is accessible at the start and finish via the free Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile bus route No. 11.
From Cuges to the Hostellerie via the Col du Saint Pilon
8.71 mi
+3,222 ft
-1,660 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cuges-les-Pins (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This walk connects Cuges-les-Pins to the Hostellerie (Plan d’Aups), passing through the Sainte-Baume ridges, the Col du Saint-Pilon and the Grotto of Mary Magdalene. On the ridges, the 360-degree panoramic views are magnificent. The Grotto of Mary Magdalene is steeped in history and spirituality, as it is said that the saint spent the last 30 years of her life there.
This walk is the first stage of a two-day trip, fully accessible via the free bus network of the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile. The walk starts from Cuges-les-Pins (free bus route 11). At the end of the first day’s walk, the Hostellerie de la Sainte Baume offers affordable accommodation. The following day, the walk continues from the Hostellerie to Saint-Zacharie (free bus routes 8 and 9).
From Peypin to La Destrousse via the Col du Marseillais
6.20 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,680 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Peypin (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This lovely walk, winding from valley to valley, takes you from Peypin to the Col du Marseillais. Stunning views of Sainte-Victoire, as well as of Roquevaire and the Huveaune valley from the pass. Then the descent back down to the village of La Destrousse.
- The walk is accessible at the start and finish via the free bus network of the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Etoile (line 17).
The Sainte-Victoire ridge from Puyloubier to the Anchois car park
7.92 mi
+2,661 ft
-2,887 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Puyloubier (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Route along the ridges of Montagne Sainte-Victoire from Puyloubier to the Anchois car park (leave a car there). A fairly long hike, with a few tricky sections (chains) and slippery patches depending on the season. Magnificent 360° views.
11/09/2024: The Imoucha trail will be closed for 3 months, from 1 October to 31 December (2024 and 2025). The hike cannot be undertaken during these periods. See practical information.