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Luberon walks
Aigue Brun valley
A loop around the green valley of the Aigue Brun, a permanent stream in the Luberon, enclosed by imposing cliffs, passing through Sivergues and the Baume de l'Eau on the way back.
Around the Aigue Brun
Circuit around the Aigue Brun to see the different aspects of this valley nestled at the foot of the Luberon.
Régalon Gorges
This is a classic hike that can become very difficult in bad weather and when there is water.
You are entering the Luberon State Biological Reserve and National Geological Nature Reserve. This site is extremely fragile and difficult to access in some places. Please respect this area. (see practical information).
Le Trou du Loup via the cairn
This is a pleasant hike with a visit to the Chapelle Saint Brice, another to the cairn built here for the 20th anniversary of the Sainte Tulle Hiking Club, and finally the Trou du Loup reservoir.
The Combrès valley
Starting from the medieval village of Oppède-le-Vieux, this circuit allows you to discover the wild Combrès valley and magnificent views of the surrounding plain.
Roque des Bancs
This circuit on the upper slopes of the Luberon leads to the Forêt des Cèdres, then passes at the foot of the Roque des Bancs before descending through the Vallon de Cavède.
Sommet des Fourcats (Fourcats Peak)
Excellent walk with an amazing uphill trail to "Les Rochers de Baude" leading to the ridges of the "Luberon plateau"
Rochers de Baude and Gorges de Badarel
Superb cliff-side walk. Views of Les Taillades, Robion and Cavaillon.
Le Mourre Nègre via Cabrières-d'Aigues
A beautiful walk in the Grand Luberon with the Mourre Nègre, the highest point of this massif, as your destination.
Font de l'Orme - Rocher de la Croix de Fer from Mérindol
A beautiful hike with magnificent views of the Durance valley.
From the Vallon des Buisses to the Valloncourt ridges
Discover beautiful cedars and a stunning viewpoint.
Le Mourre Nègre from Auribeau
Short path to access Mourre Nègre via the shaded slopes of the northern side of the Luberon.
On the ridges of the Grand Luberon
A loop that takes you to the hamlet of Seguins along the ridges of the Grand Luberon through Sivergues and Chastelas.
Goult Lumière
A very beautiful hike starting from Lumière Goult car park under the cliff at Lumière.
La Roche Amère
This loop goes around a rock (La Roche Amère), which will be visible for much of the hike. A quarter of the way round, I suggest a detour to the Chapelle de la Roche. If you wish, continue past the chapel (not marked on the map) and follow the path that leads to the top of the rock (ruin), where you will have a beautiful view of the Durance valley.
Around Buoux
A short loop from Buoux follows a balcony path above the Aigue Brun valley and returns along the stream.
Around Bonnieux
This walk, mainly under the oak trees of the Luberon, will allow you to discover the numerous stone walls that line the route, a sign of past occupation. You will see an old shell-shaped bridge, the Philippe tower (named after a utopian), a Gallic village, and of course the Grand Luberon with the Mourre Nègre, the Combe de Lourmarin, the Ventoux, the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, and the view of Bonnieux with its two churches.
Vallon du Dégoutau - Rochers des Onze Heures
A very wild hike on the southern slope of the Petit Luberon.
The lack of signposting and paths on certain parts of the circuit means that access is restricted to experienced hikers.
Les Mayorques and the Peine Gorges
Close to the Gorges de Régalon, the Gorges de la Peine are an easy way to discover this part of the Luberon.
The Cedar Forest from Mérindol
Hike on the southern slope of the Petit Lubéron starting from Mérindol.
A beautiful climb up to the Forêt des Cèdres, offering wide panoramic views of the Durance valley.
Cedar Forest, Combe du Sautadou and the Portalas
An easy hike offering splendid views of the villages of the Luberon and then the southern slope of the massif. Arrive in the Cedar Forest to complete your knowledge of the Luberon on the botanical trail.
The Crête du Grand Luberon ridge from Vaugines
This is one of my favourite hikes in the Grand Luberon, and you can easily vary the route along the summit. This hike takes you to the summit through several valleys, offering superb views in places. The descent on the oldGR®®9trail is just as interesting for its many views. (TheGR®®9route has now changed slightly.)
Between Mirabeau and Beaumont-de-Pertuis
From Mirabeau to Beaumont de Pertuis, between hills and descents, towards the Sainte Croix chapel and Notre Dame de Beauvoir.
Oppède le Vieux - Le Petit Luberon
Hike in the Petit Luberon, after visiting the Sainte Cécile garden and the old medieval village.
The first part is very steep with a tricky section on a ledge, but it is doable and should not be attempted in wet weather.
The Mourre Nègre loop, passing by the old Saint-Pierre castle
The Mourre Nègre, the highest point in the Luberon mountain range, offers breathtaking views from its crest, stretching from the Étang de Berre to the Southern Alps and including the Sainte-Victoire and Mont Ventoux peaks.
On the way down, passing through the Vallon du Roumi, you can get close to the ruins (currently being restored) of the ancient Château Saint-Pierre and the adjoining chapel of the same name.
The fortress of Saignon
A beautiful hike that takes you to the hilltop village of Saignon via old mule tracks through the woods and fields.
The Saignon rock offers an incredible panorama of the Apt valley, the Monts de Vaucluse and Mont Ventoux.
Walk around Sivergues
This pleasant walk will allow you to discover the beautiful village of Sivergues and its surroundings while enjoying the coolness along the Aiguebrun and the magnificent site of the Buoux cliffs. It can be done in all seasons and is accessible to all.
Between Lacoste and Ménerbes
A hike on little-known tracks in the districts of Lacoste, Goult and Ménerbes. An overview of nearly ten centuries of history, comprising the chapel, the old abbey and the castle.
Tour Philippe, Valbigonce and Combe du Sautadou
A very pretty hike offering beautiful views of the northern and southern Luberon, with a passage through a wild ravine.
Loop of the Cadenet and Lourmarin castles
Walking loop starting from Cadenet. Pass through the paths and vineyards of Cadenet, then visit the narrow streets of Lourmarin and continue on to the château. Return via the Château de Cadenet.
Les Aires de Bedoin
Climb up the Colombier valley to reach a place called "Les Aires de Bedoin" and descend via the forest track with magnificent views of the Durance valley.
Mourre Nègre circuit via the north
This circuit leads to the top of Mourre Nègre, the highest point in the Luberon (1,115 metres), from the north, via a series of detours. The climb is gradual. Beautiful view from the summit. The descent also offers beautiful panoramic views but requires good footwear on a stony path.
Tour of the Buoux cliffs
This hike starts in the village of Buoux, in the heart of the Luberon massif, and takes you to the banks of the Aiguebrun, at the foot of Fort de Buoux (open to visitors), then through the woods to the impressive cliffs of Buoux, world-renowned for their climbing sites.
Once at the foot of these impressive walls, you will walk around them and then along the top, enjoying some breathtaking views of the Vallon de l'Aiguebrun, before returning leisurely to the village.
The southern slope of Le Petit Luberon
On the southern slope of Le Petit Luberon, this trail is for experienced hikers due to two steep rises and randomly waymarked trails.
Geodetic point "Le Pin Blanc"
A very easy walk to prepare for longer hikes. Very pretty view of the Volx rock.
Mirail Spring and the Bastide du Bois
Start from the Mirail Spring and climb to the foot of the Luberon to enjoy a beautiful view at the Bastide du Bois. The panorama in an anti-clockwise direction offers views of:
- mourre Nègre.
- the Bonde lake.
- the Pays d'Aigues and Pertuis.
- the Étoile mountain range and Sainte-Victoire.
The Claparèdes plateau: between drystone shelters and lavender fields
This easy hike can be enjoyed in any season. The blue of the lavender gives way to the warm tones of autumn or the green colours of spring. Along the route, you will discover hidden drystone shelters or majestic structures built in the middle of fields. You will alternate between small paths in the undergrowth and paths through fields offering magnificent views of the Luberon mountain.
The Drovers' Road of the Frères Nouguier
Hike in the hills above Robion with beautiful views of Cavaillon and its valley.
Mourre Nègre from Cabrières d'Aigues
A round trip to the highest point of the Luberon mountains, from Cabrières-d'Aigues.
Badarel Gorge and Rochers de Baude in the Petit Lubéron
A varied hike from the village of Les Taillades, through the Gorge de Badarel to the Crane de Colombier plateau, then down to Robion via the Vallon de la Brayette – an opportunity for a short detour to the cave of the same name. The return journey is via the Rochers de Baude ledge and the Brèche de Castelas.
Please read the description carefully before embarking on this hike. Be careful of (3), (5) and (10), for example.
Roquefraiche to Lauris
A pleasant little hike offering breathtaking views of the Luberon landscape.
Le Mourre Nègre via Cucuron
This long circuit allows you to discover two of the most beautiful valleys on the southern flank, the ridges and the highest point of the Grand Luberon, as well as the picturesque villages of Vaugines and Cucuron.
The Petarelle valley, the ridge and the Rocher gorge
This walk begins with a refreshing stroll along the Aiguebrun, then climbs up to the ridge of the massif via the Petarelle valley. The descent is along a path that passes through the Rocher gorge. The landscapes are splendid and peaceful.
Throughout this hike, you will encounter numerous vestiges of a time when this mountain range was a place of life and resources. Best done in spring or autumn.
Cap de Serre from Lourmarin
This is a beautiful walk that offers stunning views of the Luberon from the Durance to Mont Ventoux.
Above Volx
The village of Volx is known throughout Europe for its climbing guide, which has recently been redesigned and made safer.
At the start of the hike, you will see the climbing walls on your right.
At the end of the Capellane climb (it's steep), you will be rewarded with a beautiful view overlooking the village.
Then you will have a superb view of the Durance valley on your left.
Route around Montjustin from Céreste
Route around the village of Montjustin. Magnificent views of the Grand Lubéron and the Encrême valley.
The Mirabeau Botanical Trail
This is a beautiful walk starting from the village where many scenes from the films Jean de Florette and Manon des Sources were shot. You can rediscover the plants of our hills by looking for the signs at the foot of the plants.
The path is poorly maintained, but the view of the Durance, the village and the Château de Mirabeau are well worth the walk.
Roque des Bancs and Baume des Résistants in Bonnieux
A short but challenging hike in the Bonnieux Cedar Forest.
The Pic de l'Aigle from Bonnieux
Visit a low peak offering remarkable views of the Lower Durance basin before it joins the Rhône.
Les Hauts de Villemus
A short but invigorating walk. From Villémus, a charming village in the Luberon region of Manosque, you will climb up to a ridge which you will follow before descending back down to the village. Magnificent landscapes and views of all the mountain ranges in the region, the Forcalquier plain, and the Durance and Encrême valleys.