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The Mare and Chanteduc ridges via the summit of Fléossier
Visorando Member
10.60 mi
+3,455 ft
-3,438 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Éourres (Hautes-Alpes)
Éourres is a charming little pedestrian-only village perched on a rocky promontory with a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. The scene is set! Let’s get going! Ascent of the Montagne de Mare via the Col de Verdun. A long, scenic hike along the ridges before the descent to the Col Saint-Pierre, followed by the climb to the Col de Branche and the Sommet de Fléossier. A long walk along the ridges before the descent to the hamlet of Les Damias and the return through the woods to the starting point.
La Montagne de Mare and Le Pied du Mulet
9.28 mi
+3,100 ft
-3,114 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Éourres (Hautes-Alpes)
A series of 360° panoramic viewpoints all around. Height, views, breathtaking landscapes. Views of the Luberon, Mont Ventoux, the Southern Alps, etc.
Gentle climbs, steep descents.
From Damias to Antonaves
9.66 mi
+2,484 ft
-3,743 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Éourres (Hautes-Alpes)
The fourth stage of the Tour de la Méouge, featuring two ridge walks as a bonus to round off this trek in style. From Chanteduc, you can look back and see much of the route you’ve covered since the start, and from Saint-Cyr, you’ll have a commanding view over the Buech and Durance valleys. In between, the forests are magnificent.
A walk around Jabron
9.43 mi
+1,929 ft
-1,949 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
From Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron, the climb towards the hamlet of Aubard continues along a superb balcony path. The descent into the valley offers views of the summit of Lure and Tréboux. You pass through Vieux Curel. On returning to the plain, you take an old path that leads to the church at Châteauneuf-Miravail. Pass by the Château des Graves and return to Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron.
In the Jabron State Forest
11.55 mi
+2,316 ft
-2,326 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Jabron Valley stretches from west to east, between the Montagne de Mare and the Baronnies Orientales to the north, and the Montagne de Lure to the south. This walk explores the northern slope of the Jabron, starting from the charming village of Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron. A short, one-kilometre round trip to the Col Saint-Pierre (the highest point) offers views of the Baronnies and the far south of the Hautes-Alpes.
The Cosmodrome via Séderon and Le Rieu
9.22 mi
+2,044 ft
-2,044 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Séderon (Drôme)
This walk takes you to the summit of Montagne de Bergiés and the cosmodrome facilities, then follows the Rieu stream to Séderon. Suitable in all seasons, alternating between shade and sunshine, but best avoided when there is too much snow. The views are exceptional throughout the route.
Definitely worth doing.
Montagne de Lure
18.76 mi
+5,627 ft
-5,627 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent of Montagne de Lure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron. A beautiful circular route allowing you to reach the summit via the north-facing slope of Lure and its marl, then cross most of the ridges of Montagne de Lure from east to west.
Magnificent panorama of the Écrins, the Dévoluy (Plateau de Bure, Grand Ferrand), the Vercors and the Diois.
The Crête de Chabre loop via Eygalayes and Ballons
11.67 mi
+2,129 ft
-2,136 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Izon-la-Bruisse (Drôme)
The second stage of a three-day route along the Méouge and Ouvèze ridges. Circular, the route starts and finishes in Izon-la-Bruisse and passes through the two pretty villages of Eygalayes and Ballons, before reaching the Crête de Chabre for a splendid view of the Dévoluy, the Écrins and the Ventoux.
From Izon-la-Bruisse to Saint-Auban-sur-l'Ouvèze via Perty and Arsuc
15.21 mi
+2,329 ft
-3,678 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Izon-la-Bruisse (Drôme)
This is the third and final stage of a three-day tour of the Méouge and Ouvèze ridges. You first pass through the western face of the Montagne de Chamouse, with its magnificent beech forests, before reaching the remarkable Col de Perty. Then, you'll follow the ridge for several kilometres via the summit of Arsuc and Serre de Charbouisse, enjoying breathtaking views of the Alps and the Ouvèze valley. The last third of the day allows you to explore the hamlets of the valley, in a pretty rural setting.
Izon-la-Bruisse - Orpierre
10.38 mi
+2,008 ft
-3,186 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Izon-la-Bruisse (Drôme)
Another beautiful stage to reach the medieval village of Orpierre, surrounded by its famous cliffs. Straddling the Céans and Méouge valleys, this time it is the endless, narrow Chabre ridge that serves as the guiding thread for the hike, culminating in the picturesque Col Saint-Ange and its climbing walls.
From Izon-la-Bruisse to Les Damias
12.63 mi
+2,710 ft
-2,963 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Izon-la-Bruisse (Drôme)
The third stage of the Tour de la Méouge, passing through the three pretty villages of Eygalayes, Lachau and Éourres. More beautiful panoramic views of the Southern Alps, as well as a charming pastoral and rural atmosphere.
The Chamouse mountain in a circular route from Izon-la-Bruisse
7.09 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,749 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Izon-la-Bruisse (Drôme)
This is the second stage of the Tour de la Méouge, which you can skip but which is so beautiful! It's a distillation of the nature of the Baronnies Provençales, from the sunny Provençal adret with its aromatic scents to the humid beech forests, passing through pastures and lavender fields. A wild atmosphere and breathtaking views are guaranteed, especially on the Chamouse ridges.
Saumane – Col de la Roche
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.49 mi
+2,211 ft
-794 ft
4h 55
Easy
Departure from Saumane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Above the village of Saumane, the Montagne de Lure was once a major centre for pastoralism. There are a large number of sheepfolds here, most of which were built in the 19th century. All constructed using dry stone from locally sourced materials, they are magnificent examples of a specialised technique executed to a very high standard.
The sheepfolds of Contras
9.04 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,736 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saumane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful, easy hike starting from the charming village of Saumane, with beautiful sheepfolds in very good condition and magnificent landscapes.
Bring something to drink on sunny days as much of the route is in direct sunlight.
Pic de Treboux
13.63 mi
+2,782 ft
-2,785 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from L'Hospitalet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascend Pic de Tréboux from L'Hospitalet by crossing the Montagne de Lure national forest in the Alpes de Haute Provence.
The Méouge Gorges via the Montagne de Chabre
19.86 mi
+4,544 ft
-4,570 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Barret-sur-Méouge (Hautes-Alpes)
A natural barrier between the Méouge and Céans valleys, the Montagne de Chabre traces its long rocky ridge across the Buëch landscape. Crossing the ridge line from west to east offers numerous views of the Buëch Valley, the Baronnies Provençales, the Dévoluy, the Écrins and the Pre-Alps. The return journey takes you through the Méouge Gorges, allowing you to enjoy the rugged and winding scenery all around.
Chamouse Mountain from Somecure
9.27 mi
+2,657 ft
-2,661 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montauban-sur-l'Ouvèze (Drôme)
A beautiful walk that takes you from the hamlet of Somecure to the breathtaking promontory of Montagne de Chamouse. Exceptional views of the Baronnies, Montagne de Lure and Dent de Mévouillon.
Chamouse Mountain
17.63 mi
+5,079 ft
-5,066 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Montauban-sur-l'Ouvèze (Drôme)
A beautiful walk in the Baronnies (Drôme Provençale), starting from the hamlet of Somecure (source of the Ouvèze) in the commune of Montauban-sur-l’Ouvèze, taking you to the summit of La Chamouse, at over 1,500 metres, amidst alpine pastures, allowing you to walk the entire ridge and complete a full circuit.
Views across the whole of the south-east, from La Meige, Oisans and Vercors to Dévoluy, via Mont Ventoux and the Montagne de Lure.