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Combes de Coste Chaude and Saint-André from Monieux
Visorando Member
5.87 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,742 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
This route around the medieval village of Monieux follows two valleys linked by old communal paths. In places, you will find remains of the dry stone walls that lined these paths. This route takes you through unspoilt countryside.
Vallat du Loup and Vallat des Fourches
3.41 mi
+564 ft
-545 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
This wild trail takes in the mythical lower Vallat du Loup. If you can't spot a wolf, you might spot wild boar or hear a roe deer barking. You return to Le Défens via a little-known combe.
The Nesque gorge via the Saint-Hubert farm
8.67 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,276 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
A forested circuit to reach the Saint-Hubert farm, then the second part of the route on the cliffs above the Nesque gorge.
Balcony paths to the west of the Monieux lake
3.62 mi
+797 ft
-797 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
A pleasant walk to discover the old balcony paths on the right bank of the Nesque, with beautiful views over the valley.
Vallon de Peissonnier and Gorges de la Nesque
5.21 mi
+876 ft
-889 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
Climb up the wild Vallon de Peissonnier, follow the paths through the woods and return via the Gorges de la Nesque trail.
Circular from Monieux to Saint-Jean-de-Sault
8.66 mi
+794 ft
-771 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
An easy hike from the Monieux lake to Saint-Jean-de-Sault (or Saint-Jean-de-Durefort) with a return trip along the banks of the Nesque.
The Nesque River gorges from Monieux
5.17 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,266 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
The Nesque River gorges and the Saint Michel chapel starting from the Bourget Lake in Monieux.
The lost trails of the Nesque
7.23 mi
+2,385 ft
-2,379 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
Discover the more or less forgotten trails of the Nesque Gorges.
Combe du Puits Verrier and Pointes d'Éguilles
3.88 mi
+991 ft
-997 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
A trail in a secret valley and a small forest track ending at a viewpoint make up this unique circuit in the heart of nature.
The Nesque Gorges
2.45 mi
+951 ft
-958 ft
1h 55
Difficult
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
A very beautiful hike in the Nesque Gorges, along the riverbed and its overhangs.
Moderator's addition on 14/06/2021: see reviews for help finding certain passages
Combe de Verdolier and return via a side valley
2.94 mi
+541 ft
-528 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Sault (Vaucluse)
Walk through a wild valley starting from the village of Verdolier and return via a side valley.
Les Grandes Terres from La Loge
4.18 mi
+627 ft
-627 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sault (Vaucluse)
Discover a varied route: you will follow a path at the bottom of a wild valley, walk along forest tracks, walk alongside lavender fields, descend via a path through the undergrowth and pass by a large oak tree.
Combe de Saint-Guillem
2.90 mi
+509 ft
-512 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Sault (Vaucluse)
Take the shaded tracks through the forest, climb towards Les Courtines, then descend into a wide valley. Next, pass by the small Conchettes spring and return via the picturesque Combe de Saint-Guillem.
The Sault State Forest
8.80 mi
+807 ft
-787 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
From the peaceful hamlet of Les Abeilles, set off to explore the Sault State Forest.
Between heath and lavender fields in Saint-Jean-de-Sault
5.28 mi
+768 ft
-768 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sault (Vaucluse)
This walk is best done when the lavender is in bloom, in late June or early July.
Côteau de la Meynière and Brancouï from Saint-Jean
6.83 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,093 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sault (Vaucluse)
A varied route starting from Saint-Jean de Sault, with paths through the undergrowth or at the bottom of a valley, passages over old charcoal kilns and the discovery of a long path that is now almost forgotten, but was once used by charcoal burners on the Coteau de la Meynière.
Circular route via Aurel, Montbrun-les-Bains and Ferrassières, starting from Sault
Tourism professional
18.66 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,302 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sault (Vaucluse)
On your arrival in Sault, this pleasant little warm-up ride makes for a charming prelude to future rides between Drôme Provençale and Haut Vaucluse.
Vallat de Saume Morte and Vallat de Peisse
3.47 mi
+830 ft
-853 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
A circuit to the cliffs of the Gorges de la Nesque, through several wild combs and along balcony trails, with beautiful views of the Gorges de la Nesque and the Rocher du Cire as a bonus.
Route familiale vers la Chapelle Saint-Jean
5.40 mi
+827 ft
-814 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Flassan (Vaucluse)
Suitable for children aged six and over, this shaded route takes you through the natural forest of Mont Ventoux, the exceptional site of the Chapelle Saint-Jean, and small sections of valleys. There are numerous clearings offering views of the summit of Mont Ventoux and the southern plains.
GPS or Visorando app recommended
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