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Gorges du Destel walks
Château du Diable and the Destel Gorges in Ollioules
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3.09 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,237 ft
2.5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Ollioules (Var)
This very challenging route takes the hiker to the site of the Château du Diable and its remarkable caves and the Destel gorges, with their astonishing giant's kettles or cauldrons.
Nice sections with chains or ropes.
Destel Gorges via Le Broussan
5.77 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,880 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Évenos (Var)
This magnificent, challenging hike takes us up the Destel river with its truly unique potholes.
This hike is classified as very difficult due to the passage through the gorges from (6) to (2) (a).
Please note: the duration calculated by the software seems to be greatly underestimated (see reviews at the bottom of this page).
Walks near Gorges du Destel
The coastline between Six-Fours and Sanary
6.27 mi
+453 ft
-374 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Six-Fours-les-Plages (Var)
This easy route will take you to Bonnegrâce Beach and the wild coastline of Sanary, as well as offering a glimpse into the history of this cradle of underwater exploration.
Tour of the southern side of the Saint-Mandrier peninsula
4.55 mi
+633 ft
-633 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from La Seyne-sur-Mer (Var)
To fully enjoy this short hike, it is advisable to start from the Toulon pier and cross the beautiful harbour on board a Mistral boat. The hike itself allows you to discover the south coast and the beautiful panoramas of the Saint Mandrier-sur-Mer peninsula.
Loop of the Crêtes de Notre-Dame du Mai and its coastal path
2.71 mi
+1,109 ft
-784 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Six-Fours-les-Plages (Var)
A challenging walk with magnificent views and interesting historical points of interest.
Le Pradet coastal route and customs officers' path.
6.76 mi
+515 ft
-509 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Pradet (Var)
Le Pradet is a true paradise for hikers. Its trails offer exceptional views of the Mediterranean, fascinating historical remains and unspoilt nature. This coastal path winds between beaches and cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the sea. It leads to Garonne Beach, passing by coves and exceptional viewpoints, and finally to Fort Saint-Louis.
From Cuges to the Hostellerie via the Col du Saint Pilon
8.71 mi
+3,222 ft
-1,660 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cuges-les-Pins (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This walk connects Cuges-les-Pins to the Hostellerie (Plan d’Aups), passing through the Sainte-Baume ridges, the Col du Saint-Pilon and the Grotto of Mary Magdalene. On the ridges, the 360-degree panoramic views are magnificent. The Grotto of Mary Magdalene is steeped in history and spirituality, as it is said that the saint spent the last 30 years of her life there.
This walk is the first stage of a two-day trip, fully accessible via the free bus network of the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile. The walk starts from Cuges-les-Pins (free bus route 11). At the end of the first day’s walk, the Hostellerie de la Sainte Baume offers affordable accommodation. The following day, the walk continues from the Hostellerie to Saint-Zacharie (free bus routes 8 and 9).
The Jas de Sylvain
8.78 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,765 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cuges-les-Pins (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A lovely walk above Cuges-Les-Pins. The Jas de Sylvain is a restored former sheepfold which offers free overnight accommodation for a few walkers in basic comfort. Beautiful panoramic views over the Cuges plain. The walk is accessible at the start and finish via the free Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile bus route No. 11.