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Le Barroux walks
Tour du Devès starting from Barroux
Visorando Member
5.47 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,086 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
A challenging circular route with nothing insurmountable. A little courage on the climb and caution on the descent will be rewarded with superb panoramic views from the Dentelles de Montmirail to Mont Ventoux and over the Rhône valley to the Alpilles. The pretty village of Le Barroux is photogenic from every angle and a visit to the château after the hike is highly recommended to round off the day in style.
Tour du Barroux
8.18 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,171 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
Please note: much of the route is on tarmac. This minor drawback is more than compensated for by the magnificent views of Ventoux, Le Barroux and the Dentelles de Montmirail.
You can picnic next to the Abbey of Notre-Dame-de l'Annonciation.
The Arfuyen Ridges
9.38 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,896 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
Starting from Sainte-Madeleine Abbey at Barroux, this is quite a wild route offering many views over Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the surrounding plains.
The Rocher de Rocalinaud via the Graveyron
6.94 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,102 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hippolyte-le-Graveyron (Vaucluse)
This easy route, along pleasant forest tracks, a few footpaths and quiet roads, offers remarkable views over the Carpentras plain, the Rhône Valley and as far as the Alpilles to the south, the Dentelles de Montmirail to the north-west and Mont Ventoux to the east.
This route also takes you up to the summit of the unusual Rocher de Rocalinaud, an ancient underwater dune shaped by erosion and human activity, where you can explore a beautiful cave.
Caution: take care on this rock, as it may be slippery in places.
Circular starting from La Roque-Alric
7.20 mi
+1,781 ft
-1,788 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Roque-Alric (Vaucluse)
The route passes successively through two peaks near La Roque-Alric to reach Le Barroux, then returns via Le Devès. It mainly consists of paths through the woods, some of which are steep, but unfortunately there is a section of tarmac road after Le Barroux.
Between two abbeys: Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation and Sainte-Madeleine
4.30 mi
+564 ft
-446 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
A beautiful walk, accessible to everyone, between two Benedictine abbeys: Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation and Sainte-Madeleine, with a passage next to the old 19th-century aqueduct that supplied water to Le Barroux. Pretty landscapes: vineyards, olive trees, views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Saint-Amand, Château du Barroux and Mont Ventoux.
The Clairier and Gippières ridges between Le Barroux and Malaucène
5.07 mi
+896 ft
-906 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
The hike first passes over the Clairier ridges, where you can see, amid the scrub and scree, the traces of the ancient oppidum overgrown with vegetation. It then continues along the Gippières ridges with beautiful views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Saint Amand, Le Barroux, and the Notre-Dame-de-l'Annonciation and Sainte Madeleine abbeys. It passes by the ruins of a curious 19th-century aqueduct with circular arches that supplied Le Barroux with water.
The hills of Lac du Paty
6.15 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
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
Paty lake and chapel via le Barroux
8.18 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,342 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Caromb (Vaucluse)
A hike against the backdrop of Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail, taking you through the village of Barroux to admire the castle and the beautiful views of the valley. The walk then continues past Paty lake and chapel.
From the Belvédère to Crillon-le-Brave
3.95 mi
+604 ft
-604 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Crillon-le-Brave (Vaucluse)
This hike takes you from the recently opened bar-restaurant "Le Belvédère" to the hilltop village of Crillon-le-Brave. While the first part is not particularly difficult, the return journey involves a long, sometimes quite steep climb along the Torrent de Pié Blanc. Only the descent to Crillon is marked with red and yellow signs. After that, don't hesitate to use a GPS or the Visorando app.
Dentelles de Montmirail, the Clapis tour starting from Lafare
4.24 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,165 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
An ideal half-day hike to discover the Dentelles de Montmirail, starting from the village of Lafare.
There are no markings on this hike, so you will need to make good use of a map and GPS.
Fire and hunting risks: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.
Sporty tour of the Dentelles Sarrasines
5.48 mi
+2,411 ft
-2,402 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
A challenging hike along ridges and through woods. Magnificent views of the Dentelles mountains, Mont Ventoux and the Rhône plain.
Fire and hunting risks: risk of fines! Find out about local regulations in the practical information section.
Grande Traversée des Dentelles de Montmirail
17.91 mi
+6,027 ft
-6,014 ft
7 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
This is a long hike that takes you around the entire massif.
The ascent of the Crête Saint-Amand, crossings of the Grande Montagne (or Grand Travers chain), the Dentelles Sarrasines (south then north faces), the Grand Montmirail and the Clapis are all on the programme.
The Chambre du Turc and the Belvédère du Rocher du Midi are also included.
Fire hazard and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.
East of the Dentelles de Montmirail
20.96 mi
+5,046 ft
-5,030 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
This circular route allows you to climb and cross the entire Crête Saint-Amand, then the Crêtes d'Arfuyen and Crêtes des Gippières. Panoramic views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux and Barroux throughout the route.
Fire hazard and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.
The Dentelles tour
6.92 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,293 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
Following the paths that wind through the rows of vines, this tour takes you to the foot of the rocky bars of the Dentelles de Montmirail, finely chiselled against the Provencal sky, with Mont Ventoux as a backdrop.
Risk of fire and hunting: risk of fine! See the practical information section for details of local regulations.
Circular route between Beaumes-de-Venise and Lafare
7.44 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,375 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Beaumes-de-Venise (Vaucluse)
This is a half-day hike offering a variety of paths, both in terms of their nature and their exposure. Crossing some of the less frequented undergrowth can lead to surprising encounters (eagles, wild boars, etc.).
Tête du Gros Charme via Combe Obscure
8.01 mi
+2,113 ft
-2,110 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
Circular route around the western part of Mont Ventoux with an ascent via Combe Obscure, Combe du Grand Barbeirol and Combe Brame-Fam, then descend towards Tête du Gros Charme and its unobstructed views.
The Grand Barbeirol via the Vallon des Mines and the Crêtes de la Madeleine
6.30 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,827 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bédoin (Vaucluse)
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!
Le Partifiage and the Cirque de Saint-Amand
3.44 mi
+561 ft
-541 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A beautiful hike that alternates between pleasant woodland and panoramic views that are emblematic of the region. Don't forget your binoculars!
Mont Saint-Amand via Château Neuf Redortier
5.62 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,450 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
Here is a hike that climbs up to the Mont-Saint-Amand wayside shrine. This route offers spectacular views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and a 360° panorama of all the surrounding mountain ranges. The final section of the route follows a narrow, rather steep path, but the effort is rewarded with a ‘wow’ factor on arrival.
The ridges of Saint-Amand
9.39 mi
+2,162 ft
-2,139 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
This circuit allows you to discover the ridges of Saint-Amand and enjoy a 360° view of the Rhône Valley, the Drôme, Mont Ventoux, the Monts de Vaucluse, the Alpilles and, of course, the Dentelles de Montmirail.
Petites and Grandes Dentelles de Montmirail
4.56 mi
+2,369 ft
-2,346 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
A short route offering the chance to discover these two distinctive rock formations, as well as the Chapel of Saint-Christophe which watches over the site, all via less conventional paths.Fire hazards and hunting: risk of a fine! Make sure you check the local regulations in the practical information section.
Arfuyen via the Col de la Chaîne and Col de la Pousterle
6.69 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
This beautiful hike will take you to the heights of Arfuyen, offering a 360° view of Provence and the Drôme Provençale. Then, through the undergrowth, you will reach La Pousterle and the foot of Saint-Amand. In the distance, you will see Le Barroux and its majestic castle.
Le Barroux from Malaucène
11.95 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,621 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
A beautiful circuit that starts in Malaucène, at the foot of the Ventoux, and takes you around the magnificent Château du Barroux.
Malaucène - The 3 combes
5.84 mi
+1,670 ft
-1,650 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Malaucène (Vaucluse)
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.
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