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Le Thoronet walks
Les Manjas de Perus
Visorando Member 
7.30 mi
+663 ft
-663 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Thoronet (Var)
A circular on the heights of Le Thoronet takes you through vineyards, olive groves and hamlets to the banks of the Argens river, where you can take a break in the cool. The name of the route is known as "Manjas de Perus", which translates as "wild pear eaters", linked to the poverty of the isolated hamlets.
The Thoronet Abbey Circular
Visorando Member 8.37 mi
+728 ft
-712 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Thoronet (Var)
A circular starting from Thoronet Abbey, allowing you to visit it. Through vineyards, forests and pretty, peaceful hamlets on tracks, paths and small country roads.
From Thoronet Abbey to Sainte-Suzanne Lake or Carcès
Visorando Member 
6.33 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,053 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Thoronet (Var)
This route takes you from the Cistercian Abbey of Thoronet to Lac de Carcès via trails through a typical Var forest with holm oaks, kermes oaks and rosemary. Along the way, you can see the red bauxite soil and enjoy views overlooking Lac de Carcès and the vineyards. There is an alternative route down to the lake where you can take a break at the open-air café.
Pey Cervier Dolmen from Saint-Antonin-du-Var
Visorando Member 6.05 mi
+607 ft
-607 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Antonin-du-Var (Var)
Strolling amongst the villas, it’s easy to reach the forest tracks and discover that a dolmen has survived the centuries.
Unfortunately, you’ll have to walk along the tarmac to complete a circular route and discover what time has not worn away.
Le Cannet - Entraygues
Visorando Member 
8.48 mi
+981 ft
-981 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Cannet-des-Maures (Var)
Vieux Cannet des Maures, a village of character that is well worth a visit. Entraygues, its inaccessible Saint-Michel cave chapel and the natural arches of the Argens. Following a joint decision (operator, municipalities, etc.), the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Conservatory of Natural Areas has therefore prohibited access to this cave chapel. See § During the hike or nearby.
Tour of the Oppidum de Meren in Le Cannet des Maures
Visorando Member 
4.35 mi
+774 ft
-794 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Le Cannet-des-Maures (Var)
Short hike in the Provençal countryside before climbing up to see the remains of the Oppidum de Meren and ending with a magnificent view of Vieux Cannet and the Argens plain.
Circular route between Mentone and Entrecasteaux starting from Saint-Antonin-du-Var
Visorando Member 5.89 mi
+472 ft
-456 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Antonin-du-Var (Var)
Hike mainly through the woods of Menton and Entrecasteaux.
The Saint-Ferréol Hermitage in Lorgues and its fitness trail
Visorando Member 
2.09 mi
+466 ft
-463 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Lorgues (Var)
A very beautiful short hike through the undergrowth, taking half of the fitness trail and part of the nature discovery trail.
Circular route around Le Défens in Cabasse
Visorando Member 4.86 mi
+676 ft
-646 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Cabasse (Var)
A circular route starting from the Cabasse village hall via Les Vanaux, with a viewpoint at the antennas overlooking the village and a glimpse of Lake Sainte Suzanne, whilst following the Toulon water supply canal for 800 m.
The Trou des Fées, Notre-Dame du Glaive and the Gastée dolmen
Visorando Member 
6.99 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,795 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cabasse (Var)
Hike starting from the charming village of Cabasse, near Carcès, where you can discover several historical sites.
Loop between Entrecasteaux and Saint-Antonin-du-Var
Visorando Member 
8.03 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Entrecasteaux (Var)
The village of Entrecasteaux developed around a beautiful medieval castle in the Bresque Valley.
The hike begins in front of the beautiful garden attributed to Le Nôtre at the foot of the medieval castle. After reaching the top of the village, it follows beautiful tracks and paths towards Saint-Antonin-sur-Var. It then climbs towards the ridge north of Entrecasteaux to reach the Défens de Valpaironne viewpoint.
The ridge of Lake Sainte-Suzanne
Visorando Member 
2.87 mi
+610 ft
-610 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Carcès (Var)
From the lake, the forest track and then steep steps lead us to the Rocher de Brauch, whose ridge overlooks the expanse of water of Lake Sainte-Suzanne, commonly known as Lake Carcès. This panorama offers a peaceful setting in the heart of Provence Verte. A long forest path and then a trail take us back to the lake shore. The Visorando app may be useful on one section.
The Babadié tour from Cagnosc
Visorando Member 
4.15 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Antonin-du-Var (Var)
Short circular hike on forest tracks and trails north of Saint-Antonin-du-Var with views of the Salernes plain and Grand Bessillon.
The Via Aurelia starting from Flassans-sur-Issole
Visorando Member 
4.87 mi
+400 ft
-397 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Flassans-sur-Issole (Var)
A pleasant hike with little elevation gain, suitable for children. The woods offer plenty of good spots for picnics.
The Caramy Waterfalls
Visorando Member 
3.54 mi
+161 ft
-180 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Carcès (Var)
A lovely little walk along a path that runs alongside a small canal and leads to the magnificent Caramy Waterfalls.
Tour of Carcès via the lake
Visorando Member 
7.98 mi
+748 ft
-728 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Carcès (Var)
Tour of Carcès via the lake, passing by the Notre-Dame de Caramy chapel, the waterfalls, the lake, the heights of Brauch and back through the village.
Route modified.
Moderator's addition on 14/06/2021: Please note! Crossing the village of Lac is prohibited (private property). See alternative in the description (and notice dated 14/06/2021)
Around Pontevès Castle
Visorando Member 
3.53 mi
+495 ft
-476 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Flassans-sur-Issole (Var)
A pleasant and informative walk around a medieval site and its surroundings. The route is dotted with information boards about the flora and history of the site. It is mostly shaded, which is a bonus in summer; it presents no particular difficulty and is suitable for children.
Lac des Escarcets
Visorando Member 
6.11 mi
+102 ft
-85 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Le Cannet-des-Maures (Var)
An easy walk in the Massif des Maures. Beautiful trails, rivers, streams, lakes and unique terrain.
Not to mention the cork oaks, characteristic of the massif, and a varied flora (dwarf irises, anemones, orchids, etc.).
Moderator's addition on 22/11/2021 Hike currently impossible due to a fire and the need to preserve nature. See comments at the bottom of this page.
Addition at the end of 2023: see the Practical Information section.