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Departure from the town hall in Rousset-les-Vignes, where parking is easy.
(S/E) From the town hall, leave the village by climbing towards the Notre-Dame de Beauvoir Chapel, walking alongside the cemetery. The start of the hike follows part of a Way of the Cross. At the fourth cross, don't miss one of the prettiest views of the village.
(1) From the chapel, which offers a panoramic view of the valley, continue along the north side of the chapel and descend the other side via a path through the oak trees. The descent is steep but not long. At the bottom of the path, turn right onto the small sandy path.
(2) At the intersection, head back up towards Petit Conjau and La Jouana, first crossing the small, often dry Merdari stream, then taking the forest road that winds between the hills. Continue climbing, first going straight ahead, then turning right at the top of the hill.
Stop here to admire the view of Mont Ventoux and the small chapel, then continue straight up the gravel road (on the right).
(3) Continue climbing, still straight ahead towards Grand Conjau (777 m), as the paths on the right are dead ends.
From the summit, note the Montagne de la Lance, which rises to 1,341 m.
(4) Continue downhill towards the village of Le Pègue, turning left and then left again at the next fork. The descent offers beautiful panoramic views.
(5) At the fork, turn right towards the Chapelle Saint-Marcel.
(6) At the cairn, climb straight up towards the 12th-century Saint-Marcel Chapel. The climb through the rocks is difficult at first but is necessary. Ropes have been installed to help (see photo).
Passing by the Saint-Marcel Chapel, you will come across an Iron Age oppidum, some of whose elevations are still visible. Then turn left and arrive at the bottom of the valley.
(7) Leave the hills behind and head towards the valley in the direction of Le Pègue, turning right.
(8) From the centre of Le Pègue, where you will find the village inn and fountain, take the Chemin de la Tournelle towards Rousset-les-Vignes. At the cross, turn right then left to leave the village. Continue straight ahead. When you see the village of Rousset in the distance, take the path that descends to the right.
When you reach the village, you will come to a cross. Turn left up Chemin du Barry, then Rue du Four to reach the church square and the town hall (S/E).
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