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Garlaban and the peak of Taoumé
Visorando Member
7.96 mi
+2,201 ft
-2,195 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aubagne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Circuit following in Marcel Pagnol's footsteps, passing by the Baume du Plantier (Manon’s Cave) then reaching the legendary Garlaban. The return journey passes by the peak of Taoumé and Grosibou Cave and ending with the Vallon de Passe-Temps.
Le Garlaban and Le Taoumé in the footsteps of Marcel Pagnol
9.33 mi
+2,303 ft
-2,310 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aubagne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Set off to discover these famous places in the Aubagne region: Puits de Raimu, Mas de Massacan, Col d'Aubignane, Pierres gravées de Louis Douard, Col et Sommet du Garlaban, Puits du Mûrier, Baume Sourne, Pic du Taoumé, Grotte de Grosibou, Pas du Loup and Pierre Gravée du Berger, Jas de Batisto, Tête Ronde, Barres du Saint Esprit and the ruins of the village of Aubignane from the film Regain.
Garlaban and Taoumé via the Barquieu spring
9.96 mi
+2,799 ft
-2,779 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Aubagne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A challenging 16 km circular route to discover the summit of Garlaban via the Scolopendres trail, the Barquieu spring near the Grand Ravin and the corniches of the Grand Vallon, the Puit de l'Aroumi via the Puits du Murier and Baume Sourne, which can be visited in full sunlight or with a powerful torch. Finally, the Pic du Taoumé and the famous Grosibou cave. Return via the Pas du Loup towards the Col d'Aubignane.
The peaks of Garlaban
8.83 mi
+3,123 ft
-3,094 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Allauch (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike will allow you to discover a large part of the Garlaban massif. In my opinion, it is one of the most beautiful. The views from the peaks are superb. From the summit of Grande Tête Rouge, you can see all of Marseille from Callelongue to L'Estaque, and from Garlaban, the Gulf of La Ciotat and Cassis.
Around La Font de Mai
10.17 mi
+2,464 ft
-2,454 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aubagne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
From the La Font de Mai estate, hike in the Pagnol hills with magnificent views of Marseille and the surrounding mountains.
Le Taoumé via La Pounche des Escaouprés
7.33 mi
+1,772 ft
-1,752 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Allauch (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A pleasant circular route starting from Allauch to discover the Pic du Taoumé via the Pounche des Escaouprés. Along the way, you will pass the Grotte du Grosibou, Baume Sourne, the Puits du Mûrier and then return via the Col du Tubé. Throughout this route, you can enjoy a sumptuous 360° landscape.
The Pic du Taoumé
5.17 mi
+1,568 ft
-1,568 ft
3h 45
Difficult
Departure from Allauch (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Ascent to Taoumé via the Pas du Loup and return via the Jas de la Badoque and the Vallon de Passe-Temps. You’ll pass by the Bastide Neuve, the Jas de Baptisto, the rock carvings at the Pas du Loup and the Grotte du Grosibou.