Montfaucon (Gard) walks

Short hike in the grounds of Château de Montfaucon.

Set off easily to explore nature from the centre of Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres. The view of Mont Ventoux will accompany you throughout this hike, which presents no technical difficulty but will still require a pair of trainers and the ability to walk 13 km. Although there are several shaded sections, bring a hat and 1 litre of water per person if the temperature exceeds 25°C. The route will surprise you with the diversity of its landscapes and vegetation. After a stroll through the heath, the path continues through Lirac, then climbs through the vineyards before descending through a pine forest with sandy ground.

Why not discover our beautiful terroir, nestled between vineyards and heath? This is what the private Aiguilhon wine estate offers you, thanks to the footpaths that surround it. Stroll among the estate's vines, discover the biodiversity and nature that surround you, as well as an incredible view. Accessible to most people, with very little elevation gain, you should still wear good shoes to cope with the many pebbles and stones on the path.

An easy route that allows you to discover Châteauneuf-du-Pape, its vineyards and its Rhone side.

Set off to discover the appellation and its biodiversity. You don't need to be a wine lover or an agronomist to enjoy this route! Along the route, 24 information boards provide simple explanations and anecdotes. At board no. 6, you can continue on to a second route (an additional 4 km).

This easy little walk will give you a better understanding of how Pujaut, clinging to the hillside, was once a fishing village that drew its food from the pond to the south of the village, where the current airfield is located.

This is a short, pleasant and fairly shaded walk. You will, however, need to take a few small paths and descend a few metres via a ‘short climb down’. A view of the Rhône Valley will be visible along the way on clear days.

A family walk alternating between vineyard paths and woodland around the Sainte-Baume Chapel.

An easy walk, offering the chance to discover a magnificent hermitage with a beautiful view of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Mont Ventoux. You can also take two short climbs to explore two magnificent caves and learn about the region’s history. The return route follows a path that partly overlooks the renowned vineyards of Lirac. The ‘Montagne’, as it is known here, offers a variety of landscapes ranging from heathland to woodland.

Discover the Tavel vineyards and the architectural heritage of its village.

Explore the Montagne des Chèvres with its beautiful views over the Rhône valley. Explore the Rochers de Carnas and the Saint-Vérédème Chapel. Views over the plain of the Étang de Pujaut and the village rooftops.

Discovering the Roman city of Orange and its heritage with the very famous Antique Theatre (Théâtre Antique), which annually hosts the Chorégies d’Orange festival.

A family-friendly walk exploring the Island of Oiselet and the banks of the Rhône.

This is a short, easy hike that is very varied and informative, allowing you to visit the pretty village of Orsan, the hillsides of the Lacau plateau, explore the ancient town of Camp de César, enjoy a magnificent view of the Rhône valley, and above all, pass through the narrow Passage du Loup, where the famous golden goat is said to have once left a little of its blood and golden fleece on the rock walls.

Route on the Plateau de Lacau and in the two valleys that surround it: the Combe d'Enfer, very wild and mysterious, and the Combe Roubaud, less steep but just as lush.

A very beautiful, mostly flat trail through holm oak trees, alternating between shaded passages and panoramic views of the surrounding plains and hills. A visit to Caesar's Camp will add a touch of history to the end of the trail.

A family walk around the Oppidum of Caesar Camp in Laudun.

A short, easy walk for a family outing. In good weather you can see the parachutists jump over the Pujaut aerodrome.

Starting from Chusclan, this is a hike over different types of terrain (tarmacked paths between vineyards, DFCI trails, single-track paths, etc.). Viewpoints over the Rhone Valley and Mont Ventoux. Visit to the medieval site of Gicon.

Easy hike with panoramic views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux, the Plateau de Sault, the Luberon and the Alpilles.

A very easy walk. The first part up to the dam, very pleasant and shady. There's not shade on second part until you arrive, so wear hats in sunny weather. Numerous birds and in particular grey herons, cormorants, swans etc. are visible near the water and on the banks of the Rhone.

Superb view of Île des Papes, the Rhône Valley and Fort Saint-André.

A short, relatively flat, very accessible walk near Avignon. Expect a few sections over uneven terrain, such as stream beds, narrow (single-track) paths with dense vegetation, cliff-edge paths, and sloping rocky ground which can be slippery when wet. The route remains very accessible, however, with lovely views. Suitable for families with children, provided they are not prone to vertigo, or plan to avoid the two detours along the banks of the Rhône before reaching the castle.

Numerous viewpoints: Ventoux, Dentelles, Luberon, Alpilles, Avignon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.

Short walk with successive changes in elevation. Views of the village of Pujaut, the Avignon lock, Fort Saint-André and the Philipe Le Bel Tower.

Discovering Rochefort-du-Gard and its religious heritage, then diving into the green oak trees, which make up a large part of the surrounding vegetation, for some solitude.

Route around the remarkable water sources of Camaret-sur-Aygues (Vaucluse) through the Plan de Dieu vineyards.