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Maubec (Vaucluse) walks
A circular walk to the Fréguié Arch from Maubec
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8.09 mi
+2,844 ft
-2,835 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Maubec (Vaucluse) (Vaucluse)
This circular walk allows you, with a bit of effort, to see various geological features (caves, rock shelters and natural arches) in the Petit Luberon.
The Drovers' Road of the Frères Nouguier
5.12 mi
+1,522 ft
-1,549 ft
3h 40
Difficult
Departure from Robion (Vaucluse)
Hike in the hills above Robion with beautiful views of Cavaillon and its valley.
Sommet des Fourcats (Fourcats Peak)
9.62 mi
+2,461 ft
-2,487 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Robion (Vaucluse)
Excellent walk with an amazing uphill trail to "Les Rochers de Baude" leading to the ridges of the "Luberon plateau"
Oppède le Vieux - Le Petit Luberon
8.00 mi
+2,346 ft
-2,352 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Oppède (Vaucluse)
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 Combrès valley
8.01 mi
+2,290 ft
-2,297 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Oppède (Vaucluse)
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.
Discovery tour of Oppède-le-Vieux
1.65 mi
+344 ft
-338 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Oppède (Vaucluse)
Pleasant circular walk where you will discover the magnificent village of Oppède-le-Vieux and its vestiges.
Badarel Gorge and Rochers de Baude in the Petit Lubéron
7.81 mi
+2,585 ft
-2,585 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Taillades (Vaucluse)
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.
Rocher de Baude via the Colombier valley
7.74 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Taillades (Vaucluse)
Hike on the famous Baude rocks, climbing up the winding and charming Colombier valley. At the end, you can visit the old village of Taillades.
All in all, a multifaceted hike.
Rochers de Baude and Gorges de Badarel
3.75 mi
+951 ft
-948 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Taillades (Vaucluse)
Superb cliff-side walk. Views of Les Taillades, Robion and Cavaillon.
Les Taillades with its varied landscapes and viewpoints
5.80 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,709 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Taillades (Vaucluse)
A fine loop starting from Les Taillades. You will walk through varied scenery such as the Source of the Boulon, the cliffs of the Petit Luberon, the Rochers de Baude cliff and the Badarel Gorge, the Carpentras Canal and the old village. This walk is not recommended for people suffering from vertigo. See the “Useful information” section.
In the cool of the Colombier valleys
8.39 mi
+1,706 ft
-1,706 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cavaillon (Vaucluse)
Global warming makes us seek out the cool shade of our tree friends.
The deep valleys form veritable tunnels of greenery and coolness.
As you leave the Vallon de la Sapine, you’ll come across the sheepfold and its beautifully restored cistern.
Les Aires de Bedoin
10.32 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,890 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cavaillon (Vaucluse)
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.
From Cabrières d’Avignon to the “Village des Bories” in Gordes
5.60 mi
+554 ft
-548 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
A pleasant circuit, partly in the shade of the forest, to discover many very well-preserved stone huts (“bories”) and splendid olive groves.
Short walk around the Plague Wall in Cabrières-d'Avignon
2.95 mi
+489 ft
-482 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
A short route to discover the history and remains of the Plague Wall.
Between Cabrières-d'Avignon and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
10.04 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,427 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
A lovely circular loop between Cabrières-d’Avignon and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, taking you through varied landscapes and offering magnificent views of the Sorgue.
Discovery trail north-west of Cabrières d'Avignon
2.34 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
A short trail to discover the hidden attractions of the upper part of Cabrières d'Avignon: the distinctive architecture of the village houses, porticos and dry-stone walls, fountains and wash-houses, the cedar forest. It also includes Léopold Truc's "paradise", stone shelters ("bories") and olive groves.
Mourre de la Belle Étoile via the fountain trails
10.50 mi
+2,405 ft
-2,395 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
This is a beautiful circular route that takes you along wide, shaded paths to the summit of Mourre de la Belle Étoile, which rises above Fontaine-de-Vaucluse at 673 m. The return journey can be combined with two other hikes, depending on whether you want to return as directly as possible or continue exploring the region's rich history.
Discovery trail west of Cabrières d'Avignon
4.45 mi
+607 ft
-597 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
A short trail to discover the hidden attractions of the western part of Cabrières d'Avignon: olive groves, vineyards, hills, cedars, the Plague Wall (the "Mur de la Peste")
Circular on the heights of Cabrières d'Avignon
8.19 mi
+1,483 ft
-1,483 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
A lovely circular loop with no particular difficulties in the hills above Cabrières d'Avignon. The end of the walk follows the Plague Wall. Best avoided during periods of high heat as there is little shade.
Plague wall at the start of Cabrières-d'Avignon
9.81 mi
+2,165 ft
-2,136 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
The plague wall was built in 1720 to protect the Comtat Venaissin from the plague that was ravaging Marseille. This 27 km long dry stone wall was guarded day and night. Guard posts can be seen all along the wall. For 17 months, the plague did not cross this wall.
Fountain of Vaucluse from Cabrières-d'Avignon
7.65 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,394 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cabrières-d'Avignon (Vaucluse)
From Cabrières-d'Avignon, this is a nice circle route leading to Fontaine-de-Vaucluse going along the Wall of the Plague (Mur de la Peste) and passing by Fontaine-de-Vaucluse castle.
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse from Lagnes, the two castles, the Sorgue river and the aqueduct.
8.70 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,440 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lagnes (Vaucluse)
A hike with many points of interest, from its geography and variety of landscapes to the remains of two largely unknown castles and the discovery of the typical village of Lagnes. A break on the banks of the Sorgue will allow you to enjoy a most welcome moment of tranquillity.
The Plague Wall from Lagnes
5.38 mi
+807 ft
-787 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Lagnes (Vaucluse)
A circular walk from the pretty village of Lagnes through the Vaucluse hills to the Plague Wall. The walk alternates between tracks and woodland paths, following a GRP® or GR® route throughout.
Lagnes discovery trail
3.03 mi
+436 ft
-427 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lagnes (Vaucluse)
A pleasant trail, largely in the shade of the forest, to explore Lagnes, its landscapes and points of interest.
Between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
7.45 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,385 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lagnes (Vaucluse)
Route between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse along typical Provençal paths.
Lagnes, Cabrières d'Avignon and their viewpoints
12.15 mi
+1,965 ft
-1,969 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lagnes (Vaucluse)
Hike starting from Lagnes, which runs along the plague wall throughout the climb, then descends towards Cabrières d'Avignon with its drystone shelters and dry stone walls, and returns to the plague wall as you return to the starting point.
