Mormoiron walks

Climbing the hill of Notre-Dame des Anges from the typical village of Mormoiron offers a magnificent view of the Giant of Provence (Mont Ventoux). The varied route includes an ascent that resembles a mid-range mountain. The asphalt descent on the return journey takes you back to the village of Mormoiron, facing the Ventoux, with all the villages at the foot of the Ventoux in view: Mormoiron, Flassan, Bedoin, Caromb, Villes sur Auzon, etc.

Walk between Mormoiron and Villes-sur-Auzon in the footsteps of old quarries that were once used for ochre mining.GPS or the Visorando app are useful for this hike.Moderator's message: You are entering a majestic site. Please respect this sensitive natural area and do not take any samples from the ravines.

There is a plethora of routes, all with varied and unconventional signposting. In short, you can get lost! And you can even find some dangerous spots. On this safe hike, you'll admire some splendidly original landscapes, with colours ranging from blood red to golden yellow. An absolute must! Keep your eyes peeled.22/04/2025: Modified itinerary - You will be entering a majestic site. Please respect this sensitive natural area and do not sample the ravines. Do not venture onto private land. Read the notices. The new route no longer enters private paths and has been modified accordingly.

A walk through stunning scenery with magnificent panoramic views. It’s good preparation if you’re planning to tackle Mont Ventoux a few days later.

On mostly shaded paths, discover the combes and vallats of the Grand Défens, and the sheepfolds on the heights of Villes-sur-Auzon, with a magnificent view of Mont Ventoux.

A short loop above Villes-sur-Auzon offering beautiful views of the Monts de Vaucluse.

A walk above Villes-sur-Auzon, towards the hamlet of La Lauze, through a field of solar panels, past the Pié Gros sheepfold and through two valleys, amidst a wide variety of vegetation and landscapes.

This hike takes you through two magnificent Provençal villages: Blauvac, perched on a limestone ridge since the 12th century, with superb views of Mont Ventoux to the north and the Monts de Vaucluse to the south, and Méthamis, a historic village built on a rocky promontory at the exit of the Gorges de la Nesque, where traces of Neolithic dwellings were discovered during archaeological excavations. Descending from the summit of Gacholle towards Méthamis,the remains of drystone shelters, shepherds' shelters and sheep pens line the path. Information panels tell you about the harsh life of our ancestors.

A hike through the different cultures of the Vaucluse, cherry trees, olive trees, asparagus, vineyards and a very beautiful, calm and relaxing route. You can see the three chapels of yesteryear and the sarcophagi in the cemetery. Mont Ventoux will accompany you throughout the walk like a lighthouse in the middle of the ocean.

Discover the Sentier Vigneron trail from the Les Vignerons de Saint-Marc - Canteperdrix cooperative winery in Mazan. Signposts guide you along this circular route through the vineyards, allowing you to discover our wine-growing terroirs at the foot of Mont Ventoux.

A circular eight-shaped loop between forest and heath that allows you to admire Mont Ventoux and discover evidence of pastoral life in days gone by (rain water reservoirs carved into rock, drystone shelters, etc.).

Discover the last valley in the southern foothills of Mont Ventoux before the Gorges de la Nesque. The route takes you to the amazing Saint-Jean Chapel, nestled in the heart of the Sault National Forest.

Bédoin - Mont Ventoux is a legendary stage of the Tour de France cycling race. This hike provides more direct access to the summit, via paths that follow the ridges and valleys of the mountain's southern slope. At the beginning, the paths run through pretty woodland, which is magnificent in autumn. Towards the end, the paths cross the rocky landscape of light-coloured stones at the summit of the mountain. Along the way, you will come across "jas", mountain sheepfolds built from dry stone walls.

A short, easy hike starting from Bédoin. A long walk under the pine trees amid the old ochre quarries, revealing shades of red, orange and yellow.

A moderately difficult, well-shaded circular route from the Ventoux vineyards to the Malaucène National Forest, with views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and the Bédoin ochre quarry. The hike was modified at the end of May 2021 to avoid crossing private property.

Hike through the Monts de Vaucluse to reach the pretty village of Méthamis, with extraordinary views of Mont Ventoux. A challenging out-bound leg with some steep climbs and a gentle return to the starting point, in the commune of Malemort-du-Comtat.

A new walk on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux offering beautiful views of the valley and surrounding mountains thanks to an ascent and descent on wide tracks or paths. Along the way, you will pass two sheep pens, in varying states of repair, evidence of a declining pastoral tradition.

Beautiful climb up the southern slopes of Mont Ventoux from the hamlet of Sainte Colombe 4 km from Bédoin.

The hike allows us to explore the Mur de la Peste with its guardhouses and sentry boxes, starting from Méthamis, a beautiful Provençal village built on a rocky slope at the exit of the Gorges de la Nesque. The wall was restored in the 1990s over a distance of approximately 500 m. We also discover the Indochinese Trail and its history. A superb ridge with magnificent views of Mont Ventoux, the Monts de Vaucluse, the Luberon and the Gorges de la Nesque. Pretty little valleys on the way back. Various species of trees, including Atlas cedars in the forest.

A hike starting from the village of Méthamis, following several GRP® routes, including the Mont Ventoux Massif trail, then the Grande Combe de Lioux, the GRP® de la Pierre en Vaucluse to the beautiful village of Murs, then the GRP® des Monts de Vaucluse and the GR®91. It offers numerous views of the Ventoux, the Luberon and the Carpentras plain to the Dentelles de Montmirail, and even as far as the Lozère mountains in the distance towards the end of the route.You’ll walk through a variety of landscapes, starting with gorges over riverbed pebbles, then through woodland, a track with views, a few stretches of road (though very quiet), a forest track descending into valleys, and stony paths... This route is physically demanding, not only because of its length and elevation gain, but also due to two technical sections: between (18) and (19), descending to the Gorges de Vaumale, and then between (30) and (31), stony descents that require great care.

Discover the paths around Méthamis, the summit of Gacholle and its balcony trails above the exit of the Gorges de la Nesque.

A walk in the foothills of Ventoux near Bédouin allows you to discover the rich vegetation of the southern slope. Departure from the hamlet of Les Baux, on the Mont Ventoux road via Bedoin, on the left - car park near the cemetery.

This route takes you on a journey of discovery to some of the sheepfolds or "jas" that dot the southern slope of Ventoux.

Ascend Mont Ventoux from the south, then cross the north face via theGR®9. Panoramic view of the entire Toulourenc valley from the mountainside.

The first section is a gradual climb through a unique landscape. The second part of the ascent is steeper, winding through scree and foliage, and can sometimes prove quite challenging. The return route follows an easy forest track through the varied landscapes that the Ventoux has to offer.

This hike on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux, narrow, wooded and always chilly, carved out by capricious waters, leads to a vast panoramic view.

This is a multifaceted hike: the mysterious Combe Curnier with its narrow, winding canyon; the Combe Malaval with its spectacular caves; and between these two valleys, a mountain trail offering magnificent views over the Comtat Venaissin plain and the Dentelles de Montmirail massif.

Séraphin guides you along a blue-marked route, C No. 1, to explore the village. An easy route that takes about an hour. As you set off along Avenue de la Baisse, at the traffic lights, take a look at the rose window of Saint Maurice Church. Further on, take care when crossing the Malagrone… There was a time when it used to burst its banks. Unfortunately, the stream is currently dry.

One of the possible hikes on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux. A beautiful climb through the forest leads to Jas de Piè Gros, with magnificent views of the valley before descending via the Combe de Malaval.

A hike against the backdrop of Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail, taking you through the village of Barroux to admire the castle and the beautiful views of the valley. The walk then continues past Paty lake and chapel.

This hike takes you from the recently opened bar-restaurant "Le Belvédère" to the hilltop village of Crillon-le-Brave. While the first part is not particularly difficult, the return journey involves a long, sometimes quite steep climb along the Torrent de Pié Blanc. Only the descent to Crillon is marked with red and yellow signs. After that, don't hesitate to use a GPS or the Visorando app.

A family hike offering beautiful caves on the way up and a stunning view of the Comtat Venaissin on the way down.

The Combe Obscure is one of the westernmost valleys of Mont Ventoux: a charming, winding, stony path takes you into the folds of the Giant of Provence before climbing and returning to the start via a path along the cliffs of La Madeleine.

After passing through the beautiful village of Venasque, this route goes through several shaded valleys that are very pleasant in summer. In May, you can pick a few cherries from abandoned trees along the paths.

Circular route around the western part of Mont Ventoux with an ascent via Combe Obscure, Combe du Grand Barbeirol and Combe Brame-Fam, then descend towards Tête du Gros Charme and its unobstructed views.

A very beautiful loop off the beaten track that allows you to climb a peak and ridges on the western side of Mont Ventoux via some very pleasant and fairly wild passages offering beautiful views!

Discover two magnificent villages, Venasque, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, and Le Beaucet, a hilltop village and former fortress, nestling in the shelter of its ruined castle.

A beautiful walk among the pine trees and wild olive trees around Lac du Paty. Moderator's warning on 06/04/2021: GPS or Visorando app useful for this hike; see comments at the bottom of this page

A short family walk that allows you to discover Saint-Didier and its countryside by following the various oratories that dot the village.

Visit the rocky and airy Combe de Capellan, then the wooded and more humid Combe de la Fontaine du Rupt. Views of the Comtat and, of course, the inevitable Ventoux. At the end, you can visit the village of Venasque, a medieval gem.

An easy, undemanding hike in the hills above Saint-Didier, on the south side of the village. Some sections are on roads, then carriageways and finally footpaths. This hike is suitable in all seasons, but beware of mud in wet weather.

A magnificent hike that takes you through history and mineral landscapes on the Vaucluse Plateau, with the special feature of climbing the Ribastié Watchtower with its 360° panorama of the southern Ventoux plain. Beautiful views of Ventoux and the villages of Venasque, then the ascent of Mont Serein.

Please note: much of the route is on tarmac. This minor drawback is more than compensated for by the magnificent views of Ventoux, Le Barroux and the Dentelles de Montmirail. You can picnic next to the Abbey of Notre-Dame-de l'Annonciation.

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

A challenging circular route with nothing insurmountable. A little courage on the climb and caution on the descent will be rewarded with superb panoramic views from the Dentelles de Montmirail to Mont Ventoux and over the Rhône valley to the Alpilles. The pretty village of Le Barroux is photogenic from every angle and a visit to the château after the hike is highly recommended to round off the day in style.

This easy route, along pleasant forest tracks, a few footpaths and quiet roads, offers remarkable views over the Carpentras plain, the Rhône Valley and as far as the Alpilles to the south, the Dentelles de Montmirail to the north-west and Mont Ventoux to the east. This route also takes you up to the summit of the unusual Rocher de Rocalinaud, an ancient underwater dune shaped by erosion and human activity, where you can explore a beautiful cave. Caution: take care on this rock, as it may be slippery in places.

A hike with numerous balcony paths and beautiful views. In particular, the balcony path through Combe de Capellan overlooks the gorges.

Between Le Beaucet and Venasque, two shaded valleys for a summer hike.

This loop allows you to discover the villages of Le Beaucet and La Roque-sur-Pernes, built entirely of stone, via beautiful paths and trails.

The hike first passes over the Clairier ridges, where you can see, amid the scrub and scree, the traces of the ancient oppidum overgrown with vegetation. It then continues along the Gippières ridges with beautiful views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Saint Amand, Le Barroux, and the Notre-Dame-de-l'Annonciation and Sainte Madeleine abbeys. It passes by the ruins of a curious 19th-century aqueduct with circular arches that supplied Le Barroux with water.

A beautiful walk, accessible to everyone, between two Benedictine abbeys: Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation and Sainte-Madeleine, with a passage next to the old 19th-century aqueduct that supplied water to Le Barroux. Pretty landscapes: vineyards, olive trees, views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Saint-Amand, Château du Barroux and Mont Ventoux.

Starting from the Col de la Ligne, discover traces of Vaucluse history in all its forms, from the Wall of the Plague erected in 1721 to the forced arrival of Indochinese people before the Second World War, who gave their name to a forest road and a track.

A tour of the north-western foothills of Mont Ventoux to discover three chapels and the Groseau spring.

A beautiful circuit which, starting from the Malaucène paper mill, takes you up to the Chapelle de Piaud and then on to the combes of Grand Barbeirol, Brame Fam and Comentige. Finally, you reach a disused gypsum quarry, the spring and Notre Dame du Groseau.

Starting from Sainte-Madeleine Abbey at Barroux, this is quite a wild route offering many views over Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the surrounding plains.

A hike in the Ventoux area, on little-used trails and good tracks. The forest offers a wide variety of tree species. Although this circuit is not physically demanding, it is suitable for experienced hikers as the trails are poorly marked or unmarked. Mont Ventoux is a mountain and caution is advised.

As in other places, the southern face of Mont Ventoux was a place where ice was produced. This route passes along some of the paths once used to transport ice to Bédoin.

Discover the vegetation's biodiversity of the Mont Ventoux. From Bedoin, take the road (by car) leading to the Mont Ventoux. Cross the remarkable cedar's forest then the beech forest will appear. Continue (approx. 10km) until you find a car park on the right-hand side. (Jas des Melettes)

A pleasant short hike with magnificent views of Mont Ventoux, the Alpilles and the Luberon.

The route passes successively through two peaks near La Roque-Alric to reach Le Barroux, then returns via Le Devès. It mainly consists of paths through the woods, some of which are steep, but unfortunately there is a section of tarmac road after Le Barroux.