Flassan walks

Discover the last valley in the southern foothills of Mont Ventoux before the Gorges de la Nesque. The route takes you to the amazing Saint-Jean Chapel, nestled in the heart of the Sault National Forest.

Beautiful climb up the southern slopes of Mont Ventoux from the hamlet of Sainte Colombe 4 km from Bédoin.

This route takes you on a journey of discovery to some of the sheepfolds or "jas" that dot the southern slope of Ventoux.

This hike on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux, narrow, wooded and always chilly, carved out by capricious waters, leads to a vast panoramic view.

There is a plethora of routes, all with varied and unconventional signposting. In short, you can get lost! And you can even find some dangerous spots. On this safe hike, you'll admire some splendidly original landscapes, with colours ranging from blood red to golden yellow. An absolute must! Keep your eyes peeled.22/04/2025: Modified itinerary - You will be entering a majestic site. Please respect this sensitive natural area and do not sample the ravines. Do not venture onto private land. Read the notices. The new route no longer enters private paths and has been modified accordingly.

Walk between Mormoiron and Villes-sur-Auzon in the footsteps of old quarries that were once used for ochre mining.GPS or the Visorando app are useful for this hike.Moderator's message: You are entering a majestic site. Please respect this sensitive natural area and do not take any samples from the ravines.

A short loop above Villes-sur-Auzon offering beautiful views of the Monts de Vaucluse.

One of the possible hikes on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux. A beautiful climb through the forest leads to Jas de Piè Gros, with magnificent views of the valley before descending via the Combe de Malaval.

A moderately difficult, well-shaded circular route from the Ventoux vineyards to the Malaucène National Forest, with views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and the Bédoin ochre quarry. The hike was modified at the end of May 2021 to avoid crossing private property.

Climbing the hill of Notre-Dame des Anges from the typical village of Mormoiron offers a magnificent view of the Giant of Provence (Mont Ventoux). The varied route includes an ascent that resembles a mid-range mountain. The asphalt descent on the return journey takes you back to the village of Mormoiron, facing the Ventoux, with all the villages at the foot of the Ventoux in view: Mormoiron, Flassan, Bedoin, Caromb, Villes sur Auzon, etc.

A family hike offering beautiful caves on the way up and a stunning view of the Comtat Venaissin on the way down.

A hike in the Ventoux area, on little-used trails and good tracks. The forest offers a wide variety of tree species. Although this circuit is not physically demanding, it is suitable for experienced hikers as the trails are poorly marked or unmarked. Mont Ventoux is a mountain and caution is advised.

As in other places, the southern face of Mont Ventoux was a place where ice was produced. This route passes along some of the paths once used to transport ice to Bédoin.

Discover the vegetation's biodiversity of the Mont Ventoux. From Bedoin, take the road (by car) leading to the Mont Ventoux. Cross the remarkable cedar's forest then the beech forest will appear. Continue (approx. 10km) until you find a car park on the right-hand side. (Jas des Melettes)

A very beautiful loop off the beaten track that allows you to climb a peak and ridges on the western side of Mont Ventoux via some very pleasant and fairly wild passages offering beautiful views!

A trail in a secret valley and a small forest track ending at a viewpoint make up this unique circuit in the heart of nature.

A beautiful walk among the pine trees and wild olive trees around Lac du Paty. Moderator's warning on 06/04/2021: GPS or Visorando app useful for this hike; see comments at the bottom of this page

While the southern slope of Mont Ventoux and the ridge trail are well known, the northern slope is less frequented but just as beautiful, with its alternating forests, scree slopes and avalanche couloirs. With a bit of luck, you may even spot some chamois.

This is an easy hike through beautiful forest landscapes and splendid trees. It is followed by a steep climb to join the GR® trail and go around the summit. The descent is pleasant, through scree slopes, with splendid views. Although difficult, this hike allows you to explore the "giant of Provence" with its varied landscapes depending on the season.

South and north of Mont Ventoux: different landscapes between the summit teeming with cyclists and motorcyclists, a desert of stone and undergrowth with an intoxicating calm.

From Chalet Reynard, climb up to Pas de la Frache and descend via a wild path on the north face to reach Tête de la Grave.

A beautiful loop around the summit starting from the Mont Serein station, suitable for all seasons. (Be sure to bring the right equipment if you're hiking in the snow: snowshoes or crampons) After skirting around the giant via a track, a beautiful climb up the south face awaits you, between forests and scree. Once at the summit, descend the north slope via theGR®4to finish with the Henry Fabre loop. This hike allows you to discover the different facets of Ventoux in a single outing.

Discover the paths around Méthamis, the summit of Gacholle and its balcony trails above the exit of the Gorges de la Nesque.

A tour of the north-western foothills of Mont Ventoux to discover three chapels and the Groseau spring.

A very beautiful hike in the Nesque Gorges, along the riverbed and its overhangs. Moderator's addition on 14/06/2021: see reviews for help finding certain passages

A beautiful round trip leading to the summit and back along the crests.

A beautiful circuit which, starting from the Malaucène paper mill, takes you up to the Chapelle de Piaud and then on to the combes of Grand Barbeirol, Brame Fam and Comentige. Finally, you reach a disused gypsum quarry, the spring and Notre Dame du Groseau.

This circuit takes you to two peaks nestled behind Mont Ventoux, as well as Roman quarries that were used to supply building materials for Vaison-la-Romaine.

A beautiful circuit that starts in Malaucène, at the foot of the Ventoux, and takes you around the magnificent Château du Barroux.

A circuit to the cliffs of the Gorges de la Nesque, through several wild combs and along balcony trails, with beautiful views of the Gorges de la Nesque and the Rocher du Cire as a bonus.

A hike between two magnificent villages at the foot of Mont Ventoux, between heathland and forests. As a bonus, there is a beautiful Roman bridge over the Toulourenc.

A short family walk that allows you to discover Saint-Didier and its countryside by following the various oratories that dot the village.