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Draix walks
The Black Earth of Draix
An easy loop that starts on a very small, quiet paved road in a wild valley. It then follows a series of paths and trails, ending with a short stretch on a very small road. There are points of interest along the route, with magnificent views of the peaks.
Pic de Couard via Archail
A very beautiful hike above Archail. Superb views throughout the walk and at the summit. A very pleasant setting.
The peaks of Couard and Cucuyon via Pas d'Archail
Hike in the northern part of the Coupe mountain, east of Digne-les-Bains, between the Bléone and Issole valleys. After a beautiful climb through the forest, you will reach two peaks approaching 2,000 metres, offering superb panoramic views. The hike starts in Archail, a small village 13 km from Digne-les-Bains, which can be reached by a road, already magnificent, that runs alongside the Bouinenc torrent.
Col de l'Escuichière
A short circular walk takes you to the art shelter at the Col de l' Escuichière from the Bléone valley.
The summit above the pass offers impressive views of the Bès valley.
The Barre des Dourbes ridge
Long north-south oriented ridge, the Barre des Dourbes ridge separates the basin of Digne-les-Bains from the Barrême syncline.
Rising in stages over twenty kilometres, culminating Pic de Couar some 1988 m above sea level.
Barre des Dourbes via the Pas de Labaud and Pas de la Faye
A magnificent ridge trail with superb views over the Bléone valley and Digne-les-Bains, as well as the Asse valley. Its long limestone cliff stretches from south to north for nearly seventeen kilometres, with the Pic de Couard (1,988 metres) at its northern end.
Ichthyosaur Geological Site
This easy hike takes you to a fossil of an ichthyosaur, a large marine reptile measuring over 4 m and dating back 183 million years. The trail runs along a fairly cool ravine before climbing up a slope covered with downy oak and beech trees to the Col du Jas. The archaeological site is located 200 m after the pass.
The Salt Well of Tartonne
This easy hike will take you to the remarkable church of Tartonne, the unusual Puits Salé (salt well) and its protective dyke, and some of the hamlets of Tartonne. Superb views of the Asse and Clumanc valleys.
Sapée Loop
A superb, slightly challenging hike from the Lodge des Robines to the summit of La Sapée (1,701 m). Pass by the magnificent Notre-Dame d'Entraigues church and near the Tartonne salt well. Superb views of the Asse Valley. Dense coniferous forest on the way up and deciduous forest on the way down.The Visorando app is highly recommended.
The summit of La Sapée
Discover the amazing summit of La Sapée from the Asse and Clumanc valleys. A fairly challenging round-trip hike, given the elevation gain, mostly in forest. Superb views of the valley.
The Saint-Pancrace Chapel in Digne
An easy, often shaded walk for the whole family. Superb view of Digne and its thermal baths from the belvedere.
The summit of Andran via the village of Courbons
A very beautiful hike with a trail that gradually climbs, offering beautiful views of the Bléone River, which flows through Digne-les-Bains. The fortified village of Courbons proudly displays its medieval heritage. A break at the summit of Andran (altitude 1,218 m) is a must, as it offers an exceptional 360° view.
Around the Lame de Facibelle
There are some beautiful landscapes around the region's unique geological formations, particularly the distinctive Lame de Facibelle, an impressive "slice" of rock. The route is marked in yellow.
Vieil Esclangon and view of the Velodrome
An easily accessible hike with a sublime panorama on arrival at the geological curiosity of the Vélodrome, as well as the Lame de Facibelle and the Gorges du Bés. A very pleasant route through varied vegetation.
The summit of Andran from Digne-les-Bains
A very pleasant walk. Up to (3), there are numerous views of Digne and its surroundings. At the top of the Andran (6), there is a beautiful 360° panorama. On the way back, there is a very beautiful passage before Courbons.
Secondary summit of Cousson via Entrages
Although not very high, the Cousson dominates the region because it is an isolated peak. This gentle walk will take you to the original St-Michel Chapel on its perch, then to the southern summit with its stunning view.
This walk offers excellent value for money in terms of the view/difficulty of the climb! Ideal for families.
Allow 3 to 3½ hours for the walk, no more. There are no surprises.
The Laval farm
On 6 April 1944, the Maquis de la Ferme Laval was defeated after around twenty resistance fighters battled Nazi soldiers and militiamen for over six hours. This easy walk from Lambruisse takes you to the site of this tragedy.