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Forcalquier walks
The Mourres rocks
Visorando Member
3.54 mi
+617 ft
-617 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Forcalquier (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Located north of Focalquier, the Mourres rocks are a geological curiosity. The area is full of enormous mushroom-shaped rocks several metres high. The word Mourre means 'snout' in Provençal.
The Cabanons de Mane
4.37 mi
+600 ft
-610 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Mane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
If you like Bories, you'll see them in the distance at the start, then up close, and you can even go inside some of them. On your way back, before you get to the village, you'll walk up a superb calade (cobbled) street, and there's a little detour to see the Château de Mane.
Circular Mane in Saint-Michel l'Observatoire
15.43 mi
+1,772 ft
-1,762 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Mane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the Via Domitia, the drystone shelters, the Roman bridge, the Roman ford at Reculon, the hamlet of Les Craux, the village of Lincel and return via the astronomical observatory.
The dovecotes of Limans
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.85 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Limans (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The small village of Limans is known for its six dovecotes.
Geodetic point "Le Pin Blanc"
4.03 mi
+846 ft
-823 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Niozelles (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very easy walk to prepare for longer hikes. Very pretty view of the Volx rock.
Cave and chapel in Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire
8.07 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,086 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike between wild hills and a village full of character. Wash houses and fountains. A Neolithic rock shelter.
Towards the Haute Provence Observatory
3.67 mi
+459 ft
-446 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful short family hike in the Luberon Regional Nature Park. The commune of Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire is located between the Lure mountain and the Luberon massif. Lovers of old stones, Provençal nature and astronomy will be charmed by this route.
Tour of the Plaine des Masques in Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire
5.57 mi
+515 ft
-545 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short, easy walk in the hills above the village, passing a rock shelter used in the Neolithic period and a spring halfway along the route. At the end of the route, you can see the domes of the observatory.
From Lurs to Ganagobie and back via the Promenade des Évêques
8.45 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,663 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lurs (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
In the woods of the hills of Lurs and Ganagobie with beautiful views of the Alps, the Durance and the Montagne de Lure.
Through the countryside between Ongles and Lardiers
7.86 mi
+856 ft
-856 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ongles (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A country walk between the villages of Ongles and Lardiers. A bucolic and peaceful route in the spirit of Jean Giono, surrounded by fields, farms, lavender and oak forests.
Bois de Seigne from Ongles
7.26 mi
+656 ft
-630 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ongles (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This short hike over varied terrain will take you to the village of Ongles via the Bois de Seigne and the Vière viewpoint.
Bellevue from the Volx Ecomuseum
5.95 mi
+1,611 ft
-1,621 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Volx (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Start from the Ecomuseum car park (or at the foot of the path) to walk around Bellevue, with panoramic views of the Durance plain, the Valensole plateau, Lure and Ventoux.
La Roche Amère
4.72 mi
+928 ft
-922 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Volx (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This loop goes around a rock (La Roche Amère), which will be visible for much of the hike. A quarter of the way round, I suggest a detour to the Chapelle de la Roche. If you wish, continue past the chapel (not marked on the map) and follow the path that leads to the top of the rock (ruin), where you will have a beautiful view of the Durance valley.
Montagne de Lure, southern ascent
17.24 mi
+3,976 ft
-3,980 ft
11h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent of Montagne de Lure from Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues. Circular route to the summit via Notre-Dame de Lure and the resort of Lure, covering part of the ridges of Montagne de Lure.
This route offers varied landscapes, crossing a beech forest, alpine meadows and dwarf junipers on the ridges, all offering panoramic views of Mont Ventoux and the Albion Plateau, the Southern Alps and the peaks of the Écrins.
Above Volx
2.66 mi
+886 ft
-886 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Volx (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The village of Volx is known throughout Europe for its climbing guide, which has recently been redesigned and made safer.
At the start of the hike, you will see the climbing walls on your right.
At the end of the Capellane climb (it's steep), you will be rewarded with a beautiful view overlooking the village.
Then you will have a superb view of the Durance valley on your left.
The Volx Balconies and La Roche Amère
6.94 mi
+2,405 ft
-2,382 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Volx (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful circular walk following the Luberon trails on either side of the Largue. La Chapelle de la Roche, the Château de la Roche Amère and the Écomusée l’Olivier add a touch of history and heritage to this walk. The Visorando GPS app may be useful at the start of the walk.
The Bellevue circuit via the Margaridètes and the Montaigu dovecote
4.70 mi
+768 ft
-771 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Manosque (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike with little elevation gain but great variety: pine forests, holm oak woods, panoramic views of Mont Ventoux, the Montagne de Lure and then the Durance Valley. Ruins, the Montaigu dovecote and modern art at the finish.
In the forest at Saint-Martin-les-Eaux
4.27 mi
+659 ft
-659 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-les-Eaux (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
If you enjoy walking in the forest, this hike is for you. You will encounter several species of pine trees, oaks and other service trees.
Much of this hike is in the shade, so you can enjoy this circular route in summer when the sun starts to heat up.
Walk in the Pélicier forest
5.04 mi
+617 ft
-617 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Manosque (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A pleasant walk through the woodland of the Pélicier Forest (behind Manosque). You can take a break at several spots thanks to the wooden benches. The forest is criss-crossed by many paths and tracks, making it easy to shorten the route if needed.
Short circular Bellevue
3.28 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Manosque (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This is a family hike that can be done with children.
On your left, you will have a permanent view of the Luberon, with Mont Ventoux as the focal point. Then you will see the Montagne de Lure. On the way back from the circular, you can also admire the peaks of the Alps.
