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Dentelles de Montmirail walks
The Dentelles tour
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6.92 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,293 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
Following the paths that wind through the rows of vines, this tour takes you to the foot of the rocky bars of the Dentelles de Montmirail, finely chiselled against the Provencal sky, with Mont Ventoux as a backdrop.
Risk of fire and hunting: risk of fine! See the practical information section for details of local regulations.
The Dentelles of Montmirail leaving from Gigondas
4.09 mi
+1,096 ft
-1,089 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
A hike for everyone. You will find typical Mediterranean vegetation, protected flora and fauna. Equip yourself with good walking shoes and water. Respect nature and the silence (take your rubbish with you). Making fires, picking flowers and wild camping are strictly prohibited. Only follow the waymarking colours mentioned in the description.
The Arfuyen Ridges
9.38 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,896 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
Starting from Sainte-Madeleine Abbey at Barroux, this is quite a wild route offering many views over Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the surrounding plains.
Vallon de Prébayon and Notre-Dame d'Aubusson
8.58 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,886 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Séguret (Vaucluse)
A tour of the countryside around Séguret to discover the Vallon de Prébayon and the ruins of its monastery, then the Notre-Dame d'Aubusson chapel.
Tour of the Montmirail Dentelles
11.33 mi
+3,150 ft
-3,150 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
Gigondas is renowned for its vineyards and lace.There are climbing routes for enthusiasts of this sport. The tour of the lace-like rock formations offers a view of the immensity of the vineyards from above.
Petites and Grandes Dentelles de Montmirail
4.56 mi
+2,369 ft
-2,346 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
A short route offering the chance to discover these two distinctive rock formations, as well as the Chapel of Saint-Christophe which watches over the site, all via less conventional paths.Fire hazards and hunting: risk of a fine! Make sure you check the local regulations in the practical information section.
The ridges of Saint-Amand
9.39 mi
+2,162 ft
-2,139 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
This circuit allows you to discover the ridges of Saint-Amand and enjoy a 360° view of the Rhône Valley, the Drôme, Mont Ventoux, the Monts de Vaucluse, the Alpilles and, of course, the Dentelles de Montmirail.
Les Trois Yeux and Les Dentelles Sarrasines from Gigondas
7.26 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,407 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
A loop accessible via wide paths for walking close to the Dentelles without being an experienced hiker. A moderate, steady climb will be rewarded with exceptional panoramic views of both the Rhône valley and a hilly landscape with terraced vineyards, magnified by the sharp outline of the limestone Dentelles. The silhouette of Mont Ventoux, the star of the Haut Vaucluse, can be seen in the distance to the west.
The two chapels of Beaumes-de-Venise by Grand Montmirail
9.71 mi
+1,959 ft
-1,952 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Beaumes-de-Venise (Vaucluse)
This is a beautiful hike in the hills above Beaumes-de-Venise, where you will discover not only the magnificent landscapes of the Dentelles de Montmirail but also an interesting historical heritage.
Crossing the Dentelles, the Sarrasines, the Clapis and the Grand Montmirail
5.35 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,135 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
An easy loop for exploring the Dentelles.
The Dentelles de Montmirail: this is a mountain range forming thefirst foothills of the Alps in the Rhône valley. It includes the Clapis range, the Grand Montmirail, the Dentelles Sarrasines, the Crête de la Salle, the Crête de Cayron and the Crête Saint-Amand.
This loop trail takes you through the heart of the three main ranges, along wide tracks and paths through the woods.
There are numerous viewpoints, including the Rocher du Midi viewpoint.
Dentelles de Montmirail, the Clapis tour starting from Lafare
4.24 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,165 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
An ideal half-day hike to discover the Dentelles de Montmirail, starting from the village of Lafare.
There are no markings on this hike, so you will need to make good use of a map and GPS.
Fire and hunting risks: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.
La Combe Fréou starting from Font du Pommier
5.62 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,152 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Crestet (Vaucluse)
This is a very beautiful hike that will allow you to admire the Vaisonnais region as far as Montélimar to the north, the Dentelles de Montmirail and Saint-Amand to the south. And also, the giant Ventoux, ever-present.
From Crestet to Pas du Loup
6.26 mi
+922 ft
-909 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Crestet (Vaucluse)
A beautiful walk through the woods below Saint-Maurice to the start of the Saint-Amand ridge.
Moderator's addition on 13 March 2021: GPS useful for this hike, see reviews.
L'Arfuyen and Saint-Amand
7.89 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,749 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Crestet (Vaucluse)
A very beautiful hike, strangely little known, offering sumptuous views of the Ventoux massif and the Dentelles de Montmirail.
Arfuyen via the Col de la Chaîne and Col de la Pousterle
6.69 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
This beautiful hike will take you to the heights of Arfuyen, offering a 360° view of Provence and the Drôme Provençale. Then, through the undergrowth, you will reach La Pousterle and the foot of Saint-Amand. In the distance, you will see Le Barroux and its majestic castle.
The Dentelles de Montmirail and its villages
10.65 mi
+2,241 ft
-2,238 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Beaumes-de-Venise (Vaucluse)
Discover the Dentelles de Montmirail and the villages nestled at their feet: Beaumes-de-Venise, Lafare, La Roque-Alric.Fire risk and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are well informed about local regulations in the practical information section.
Gigondas and the Dentelles Sarrasines
4.48 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,401 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
A sensational hike offering sublime panoramic views at the Dentelles Sarrasines.
This hike is a variation of the above, allowing you to bypass the Dentelles Sarrasines via their southern face.
Caution: do not undertake this hike the day after rain or in strong winds.
The Clairier and Gippières ridges between Le Barroux and Malaucène
5.07 mi
+896 ft
-906 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
The hike first passes over the Clairier ridges, where you can see, amid the scrub and scree, the traces of the ancient oppidum overgrown with vegetation. It then continues along the Gippières ridges with beautiful views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Saint Amand, Le Barroux, and the Notre-Dame-de-l'Annonciation and Sainte Madeleine abbeys. It passes by the ruins of a curious 19th-century aqueduct with circular arches that supplied Le Barroux with water.
Sporty tour of the Dentelles Sarrasines
5.48 mi
+2,411 ft
-2,402 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
A challenging hike along ridges and through woods. Magnificent views of the Dentelles mountains, Mont Ventoux and the Rhône plain.
Fire and hunting risks: risk of fines! Find out about local regulations in the practical information section.
Short tour of the Dentelles Sarrasines
2.82 mi
+938 ft
-915 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
A promising little tour of the Dentelles de Montmirail, without too much difficulty. After an initial climb, the rest is relatively easy.
After several comments, I would like to point out that this is a hike, not a short family walk suitable for all ages. It is steep and rocky, and you are at the summit. Otherwise, stay on the DFCI trail below and climb only to the Rocher du Midi.
East of the Dentelles de Montmirail
20.96 mi
+5,046 ft
-5,030 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
This circular route allows you to climb and cross the entire Crête Saint-Amand, then the Crêtes d'Arfuyen and Crêtes des Gippières. Panoramic views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux and Barroux throughout the route.
Fire hazard and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.
Le Partifiage and the Cirque de Saint-Amand
3.44 mi
+561 ft
-541 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A beautiful hike that alternates between pleasant woodland and panoramic views that are emblematic of the region. Don't forget your binoculars!
Grande Traversée des Dentelles de Montmirail
17.91 mi
+6,027 ft
-6,014 ft
7 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
This is a long hike that takes you around the entire massif.
The ascent of the Crête Saint-Amand, crossings of the Grande Montagne (or Grand Travers chain), the Dentelles Sarrasines (south then north faces), the Grand Montmirail and the Clapis are all on the programme.
The Chambre du Turc and the Belvédère du Rocher du Midi are also included.
Fire hazard and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.
Around Séguret
15.38 mi
+2,674 ft
-2,651 ft
9h 25
Difficult
Departure from Séguret (Vaucluse)
A large circular route around Séguret passing through Le Crestet, skirting Vaison-la-Romaine and returning to the starting point.
The Montmirail tour off the beaten track
7.77 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,493 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vacqueyras (Vaucluse)
Here is a route of moderate difficulty that circles the former spa resort of Montmirail, a small hamlet outside the village of Vacqueyras, but within the municipality of Gigondas.The aim is to use, as far as possible, little-used and therefore unmarked paths in an area that can be very busy at weekends and in summer.A short trip off the beaten track, best avoided during wild boar hunts, which are common in autumn and winter.
Le Pas du Loup, Saint-Amand and the Bishops’ Cypresses from Crestet
9.54 mi
+1,680 ft
-1,680 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Crestet (Vaucluse)
A walk that takes you through woodland and along the ridges of Saint-Amand, offering 360° views of Provence, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the Drôme Provençale. The route is easy on narrow paths.
Shaped like a figure of 8, it can be shortened for those who do not wish to walk the full 16 km.
Equally enjoyable in summer and winter, it alternates between woodland and breathtaking views.
Mont Saint-Amand via Château Neuf Redortier
5.62 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,450 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
Here is a hike that climbs up to the Mont-Saint-Amand wayside shrine. This route offers spectacular views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and a 360° panorama of all the surrounding mountain ranges. The final section of the route follows a narrow, rather steep path, but the effort is rewarded with a ‘wow’ factor on arrival.
La Tour Sarrasine, Le Clapis and Le Rocher du Midi from the village
7.19 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,276 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
Magnificent panoramic views, immersion in the Dentelles and discovery of the Clapis mountain range via a route with no particular difficulty. The route follows forest tracks and paths, often in the shade of pine and oak trees. The return via the upper part of the village provides an opportunity to discover the remains of some interesting fortifications.
Circular route between Vacqueyras, Beaumes and Gigondas
10.26 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,749 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Vacqueyras (Vaucluse)
This walk links three villages famous for their Côtes du Rhône wines. It follows a section ofthe GRP® des Dentelles de Montmirail and passes two chapels: Notre-Dame d'Aubune and the Saint-Hilaire Chapel on the Courens plateau.
Circular route between Beaumes-de-Venise and Lafare
7.44 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,375 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Beaumes-de-Venise (Vaucluse)
This is a half-day hike offering a variety of paths, both in terms of their nature and their exposure. Crossing some of the less frequented undergrowth can lead to surprising encounters (eagles, wild boars, etc.).
Circular loop at Le Crestet
3.43 mi
+515 ft
-495 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Crestet (Vaucluse)
A short circular walk in the hills above Le Crestet.
Circular ridge loop around the Cirque de Saint-Amand
12.81 mi
+2,753 ft
-2,766 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
This route takes you round the wide depression bordered by the Gippières, the Crête de Saint-Amand and the Devès. It consists of sections along winding paths through woodland and tarmac sections, avoiding busy roads as much as possible. Some slopes are steep, but there are no exposed sections and the route is fairly straightforward to follow. The GPX track may prove useful.
Dentelles Sarrasines and crossing of Rocher du Turk from Vacqueyras
8.13 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,821 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vacqueyras (Vaucluse)
This circular walk starts from Vacqueyras and ascends to the Dentelles Sarrasines through fields of vines to Col, d'Alsau. From here a steep path leads up to the foot of the crags and follows the climber's path to the gap next to Rocher du Turk. From here the path descends on the other side of the crag and drops to the valley to pick up tracks and paths back to Vacqueyras via more fields of vines and woods. This walk is quite shaded in many places which makes it an option even in July or August. (In summer check for fire risk see practical information.)
Circular route from Gigondas to the Saint-Amand ridge
12.02 mi
+2,073 ft
-2,070 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
A fairly long route, without any major difficulty, following marked and fairly wide paths. Nevertheless, it is nearly 20 km long with a significant elevation gain. The first section is shaded and exposed to the mistral. Some paths in Suzette are tarmac-surfaced, but the alternatives cross private land or areas with rather noisy dogs.