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Le Vernet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) walks
Circular route via the Col de Mariaud and Col de Grisonniere
Visorando Member
5.92 mi
+2,018 ft
-2,018 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely walk through woodland and meadows with magnificent views and, in early July, a carpet of flowers.
Tête de la Bau circular walk starting from Le Vernet
7.14 mi
+1,982 ft
-1,962 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short excursion into the mountain pastures above Le Vernet. This walk is best done early in the morning or in the late afternoon during the summer. The scenery is magnificent, featuring forests, rivers and mountain pastures. No particular difficulties. Please note: there is a section off the marked path; a GPS device is useful.
Memorial route in Le Vernet linked to the Germanwings 4U9525 tragedy
3.09 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,220 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
On 24 March 2015, 150 people lost their lives on the border between Vernet and Prads when a flight from Barcelona to Düsseldorf crashed. This memorial walk or pilgrimage will take you close to the site of the disaster, where you can pay your respects at the memorial that has been erected at the exact spot where the plane crashed.
The Verdaches Hamlets Route
3.72 mi
+801 ft
-791 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Verdaches (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A fairly easy walk allowing you to explore the hamlets of Verdaches, La Sambue and La Route along a peaceful path. You’ll find lovely panoramic views of Blayeul as you follow a pleasant, varied route through farms, pastures and woodland.
The ridges of Grand Puy
5.05 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,312 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A fairly easy hike starting from the Grand Puy ski resort with a beautiful panorama along the ridge: from Montagne de la Blanche in the east to Les Monges in the west, via Pic de Bure.
La Cabane des Mulets
2.09 mi
+814 ft
-814 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short hike offering the chance to explore the beautiful rocky massif of Roche Close. The area around the Cabane des Mulets offers an opportunity to spot marmots.
Tour of abandoned villages
6.05 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,345 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Prads-Haute-Bléone (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely tour that allows us to discover the villages of yesteryear and their enchanting surroundings. There is also a small restored church where you can even camp. A real break is on the cards!
Tour of the Auzet Mountains
9.24 mi
+2,700 ft
-2,720 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Auzet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Auzet Mountains will charm you, not because of their high altitudes or steep gradients, but for something else entirely. For in the Auzet region, the term ‘Mountains’ refers to the mountain chalets that most farms used to own up there. And it’s well worth a visit.
Estrop refuge
10.34 mi
+3,166 ft
-3,166 ft
7h 30
Moderate
Departure from Prads-Haute-Bléone (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Estrop massif (2 days) where you will discover the source of the Bléone and the Verdon, a few kilometres further on above the Col d'Allos.
See the practical information for accessing the hike to the summit of Estrop.
The Chastelas viewpoint, starting from Saint-Pierre de Beaujeu
6.53 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,801 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Beaujeu (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Le Chastelas is a curious karst collapse on a flattened summit. But it is also the destination of a lovely, shaded and panoramic hike, as the view from the summit is magnificent. Return via the Galèbre valley.
Moure Bouchard via the Col de la Bournée
6.92 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,293 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Snowshoe hike in the Fanget nature reserve, a site that lives up to its name. Ideal for those who want to enjoy nature in a peaceful environment: it feels like you're walking at the end of the world.
The site offers six snowshoe trails, but there are many variations possible: this one uses part of snowshoe trail No. 5: Négron.
Clot des Étables via the ridges from the Col du Fanget
6.27 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,119 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Snowshoe hike in the Fanget nature reserve, a site that lives up to its name. Ideal for those who want to enjoy nature in a peaceful environment: it feels like you're walking at the end of the world.The site offers six snowshoe trails, but the location allows for many variations: this one uses part of the Crête et Bois de Méarzes snowshoe trail.
Clot de Bouc from Le Fanget
7.82 mi
+2,067 ft
-2,047 ft
4h 51
Difficult
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Snowshoe hike in the Fanget wilderness area, a site that lives up to its name. Ideal for those who want to enjoy nature in a peaceful environment: it feels like you're walking at the end of the world.The site offers six snowshoe trails, but there are many other routes you can take: this one is a variation of Moure Bouchard via the Col de la Bournée with a steeper climb, offering magnificent 360° panoramic views.
The Tour des Clues de Verdaches
5.07 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,214 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Barles (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Fairly easy hike around the Clues de Verdaches, deep gorges carved out of the mountain by the Bès. You will find beautiful views of the Blayeul in the first part of the hike, before overlooking the Bès on the way back (swimming possible in summer).
Montclar Castle, starting from Seyne-les-Alpes
6.10 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,470 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very beautiful forest walk, situated on the outskirts of Seyne-les-Alpes. Once on the ridge, the Alpine massif offers magnificent views. Montclar Castle is a lovely find.
Pic de Bernardez as seen from the Bellevue forest lodge
7.67 mi
+3,219 ft
-3,219 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A challenging hike near Seyne-les-Alpes, which takes you to a magnificent viewpoint over the Blanche Valley and the surrounding Alps: the Pic de Bernardez.
La Forestière in La Seyne
4.62 mi
+636 ft
-614 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Seyne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The walk is mainly on tracks, except for the first kilometre which is on a footpath. Explore the La Blanche State Forest. Round trip to Clos des Ayres (possible picnic spot). Return via the Bellevue Forest House. This route initially follows the GR®69 – La Routo.
Chabanon - Tête Grosse - Le Bressa
7.53 mi
+2,011 ft
-1,998 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Selonnet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent mountain hike where forests, alpine pastures, rocky ridges and a 360° panorama come together.
Superb photo opportunities, especially in autumn with the rust-coloured leaves.
The route includes some dizzying passages and three steep climbs on rocky ground that can be unstable at times.
A hike steeped in nature and serenity in a mountain world apart.
Les Gardettes, starting from Chabanon ski resort
7.67 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,158 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Selonnet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A mountain walk that takes you from a woodland landscape to magnificent expanses of alpine pastures, with views of the surrounding mountains and their bare, rocky ridges. Paths that inspire a sense of adventure. Superb photo opportunities await, especially in autumn with the rust-coloured leaves. And occasionally, a gigantic and magnificent tree.
A hike steeped in nature, wide open spaces and serenity.
Valentin Forest in Selonnet
Local authority3.63 mi
+509 ft
-509 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Selonnet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Family walk in Chabanon along forest paths.
The trail is marked in yellow and signposted as ‘La Forêt de Valentin’.
With views of the mountain ranges and grazing meadows, this walk is suitable for everyone.
Tour of the Lame de Facibelle
8.87 mi
+3,051 ft
-3,061 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from La Javie (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike in the heart of the Haute Provence Geological Reserve: to cross the Esclangon Velodrome, then find yourself at the foot of the Lame (or sail) de Facibelle: a marvel of delicacy.
But also to step back in time with the old Orthodox hermitage of Saint-Jean du Désert, not forgetting the abandoned hamlets and villages such as Tanaron and Pudoyer
Vieil Esclangon and view of the Velodrome
2.57 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,119 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Javie (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easily accessible hike with a sublime panorama on arrival at the geological curiosity of the Vélodrome, as well as the Lame de Facibelle and the Gorges du Bés. A very pleasant route through varied vegetation.
Laverq Valley - Les Eaux Tortes
11.30 mi
+2,379 ft
-2,365 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Méolans-Revel (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This route allows you to discover the famous Eaux Tortes site starting from the Vallon du Laverq.
Around the Lame de Facibelle
6.06 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,883 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Javie (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
There are some beautiful landscapes around the region's unique geological formations, particularly the distinctive Lame de Facibelle, an impressive "slice" of rock. The route is marked in yellow.
Ascent from Selonnet to Chabanon
5.19 mi
+2,031 ft
-2,031 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Selonnet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
It is possible to reach the Chabanon resort from Selonnet via a pleasant round trip through the woods, offering beautiful views of the village. Throughout the walk, enjoy the peaceful surroundings and, with a little luck, you may spot some forest animals.Please remember to close any gates behind you.
The route from Grosse Pierre to Selonnet
3.48 mi
+443 ft
-443 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Selonnet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This walk, accessible from Selonnet, offers the chance to discover a gem of the UNESCO Haute-Provence Geopark. The La Grosse Pierre trail leads to a panoramic view of the village of Selonnet and its surroundings, and, above all, to an impressive 550-tonne block of sandstone.
This family-friendly route is signposted with yellow signs indicating the “Route de la Pierre Grosse”.
From Selonnet to Chardavon via Les Clots
7.26 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,765 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Selonnet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A challenging hike starting from Selonnet, reaching the accommodation at the Chabanon resort, then descending through the Ganayes and Chardavon forest to Seyne, before returning via the Chemin des Courses.This circular route offers beautiful views of the Blanche valley and Selonnet.
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