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Park in the Col de Mercou car park.
(S/E) Set off towards the Col du Briontet. Note: 150m further on, leave the track and climb left onto the marked path that winds its way through oak trees and ferns. Follow the Red Rectangles and White Rectangles ofthe GR®®61to reach, after a good walk, the Col de Briontet.
(1) Head down to the right towards Lasalle (2nd on the right) along a path, eroded in places by rain, which continues as a tarmac track at La Jasse d'Audibert.
(2) After the descent, cross the D39 and follow the road opposite, which is closed to vehicles over 3 tonnes. As the tarmac ends at the fire hydrant, head right up the flight of steps overgrown with vegetation and rejoin the road, following it to the left.
(3) A panorama of timeless charm. As you approach Soudorgues, admire the ruins of the Tour de Peyre nestled on its hilltop to your left. Cross the village, passing in front of the temple.
(4) Head left towards the Col de Cabane Vieille (yellow sign). Continue towards Le Mourier, passing in front of the cemetery. On the Peyre Plantade plateau, keep to the right on the tarmac track, which soon gives way to a good path. Stay on the red and white marked trail (here you should follow theGR®®63), which climbs gently whilst offering views of the neighbouring valleys.
(5) Leave the track and follow the signs to the right towards Cabane Vieille. As the climb ends, just before the open stretch and opposite the small yellow sign for Soudorgues, the path veers to the right, offering a breathtaking panorama a few steps to the left, leading to the Col de Cabane Vieille.
(6) This viewpoint exudes an enduring charm. Continue along the correct path, still marked in red and white, which climbs, descends and winds its way through lush vegetation.
(7) At the crossroads, continue straight ahead to return whilst enjoying numerous views at the Col du Mercou (S/E).
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