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Château de la Ripelle walks
Source of La Ripelle, Vieille Valette, Sand Caves and Tourravelle
A few efforts through sometimes difficult scree slopes and some mini-climbs will lead us to discover:
- the source of the Ripelle,
- the Vieille Valette karstic cave,
- the Gallo-Roman and medieval ruins, where you can imagine this village as an eagle's nest (the ancestor of La Valette)
- the Trou de Gaspard (de Besse)
- the decorated and sculpted sand caves to be explored by torchlight,
- the old Tourravelle farm and its magnificent surroundings.
Precautions: Read "Practical Information" below.
Walks near Château de la Ripelle
Tour of the southern side of the Saint-Mandrier peninsula
To fully enjoy this short hike, it is advisable to start from the Toulon pier and cross the beautiful harbour on board a Mistral boat. The hike itself allows you to discover the south coast and the beautiful panoramas of the Saint Mandrier-sur-Mer peninsula.
Le Pradet coastal route and customs officers' path.
Le Pradet is a true paradise for hikers. Its trails offer exceptional views of the Mediterranean, fascinating historical remains and unspoilt nature. This coastal path winds between beaches and cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the sea. It leads to Garonne Beach, passing by coves and exceptional viewpoints, and finally to Fort Saint-Louis.