Orange walks

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.

Walk in the woods of the Montagne between Sérignan du Comtat and Uchaux.

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

The first part of the hike is through the woods, followed by a ridge trail offering superb views of the Rhône valley. At the end of the trail, you will arrive above the fortress.

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.

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 family walk around the Oppidum of Caesar Camp in Laudun.

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

Sometimes in the woods, sometimes in the vineyards, this walk takes you through the countryside of the Rhone Valley and Mont Ventoux.

A walk without too many difficulties and numerous headlands along the route.

Take the time to discover Vacqueyras in a different way! The winegrowers and merchants of Vacqueyras invite you to discover their beautiful landscapes between vineyards and heathland. This walking trail will guide you through vineyards and rural paths to the Garrigues plateau and back to the starting point in the centre of the village of Vacqueyras.

This circular walk starts from Vacqueyras and ascends to the Dentelles Sarrasines through fields of vines to Col, d'Alsau. From here a steep path leads up to the foot of the crags and follows the climber's path to the gap next to Rocher du Turk. From here the path descends on the other side of the crag and drops to the valley to pick up tracks and paths back to Vacqueyras via more fields of vines and woods. This walk is quite shaded in many places which makes it an option even in July or August. (In summer check for fire risk see practical information.)

A loop accessible via wide paths for walking close to the Dentelles without being an experienced hiker. A moderate, steady climb will be rewarded with exceptional panoramic views of both the Rhône valley and a hilly landscape with terraced vineyards, magnified by the sharp outline of the limestone Dentelles. The silhouette of Mont Ventoux, the star of the Haut Vaucluse, can be seen in the distance to the west.

A hike for everyone. You will find typical Mediterranean vegetation, protected flora and fauna. Equip yourself with good walking shoes and water. Respect nature and the silence (take your rubbish with you). Making fires, picking flowers and wild camping are strictly prohibited. Only follow the waymarking colours mentioned in the description.

Gigondas is renowned for its vineyards and lace.There are climbing routes for enthusiasts of this sport. The tour of the lace-like rock formations offers a view of the immensity of the vineyards from above.

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

An easy loop for exploring the Dentelles. The Dentelles de Montmirail: this is a mountain range forming thefirst foothills of the Alps in the Rhône valley. It includes the Clapis range, the Grand Montmirail, the Dentelles Sarrasines, the Crête de la Salle, the Crête de Cayron and the Crête Saint-Amand. This loop trail takes you through the heart of the three main ranges, along wide tracks and paths through the woods. There are numerous viewpoints, including the Rocher du Midi viewpoint.

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.

A superb hike around the Dentelles de Montmirail. This trek will take you through all sides of the Dentelles.

This is a beautiful hike in the hills above Beaumes-de-Venise, where you will discover not only the magnificent landscapes of the Dentelles de Montmirail but also an interesting historical heritage.

Beaumes-de-Venise, near the Dentelles and discover the Rocher de Rocalinaud.

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

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

Discover the ruins of the Château Saint-Agathe in Sabran and the beautifully restored Château de Boussargues.

An easy and pleasant hike through the orchards of the Grande Bastide, the small hamlet of Four and a breathtaking view of the Palais des Papes, Avignon and Fort Saint-André.

A tour of the countryside around Séguret to discover the Vallon de Prébayon and the ruins of its monastery, then the Notre-Dame d'Aubusson chapel.

A short loop to discover these two characteristic rock formations as well as Saint-Christophe's Chapel, which protects the site, taking a less conventional route.

This circuit allows you to discover the ridges of Saint-Amand and enjoy a 360° view of the Rhône Valley, the Drôme, Mont Ventoux, the Monts de Vaucluse, the Alpilles and, of course, the Dentelles de Montmirail.

Loop around the village of Saint-Gervais in the Gard. A short, easy and varied walk, fragrant in spring with thyme, heather and rosemary lining the paths. The route passes through vineyards, olive groves and national forest.

Discover part of Villeneuve-lès-Avignon and its heritage, as well as its canal and the banks of the Rhône.

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.

City walk to discover Avignon, the unmissable Saint-Bénezet bridge and the Palais des Papes, but also all the lesser known historical monuments that are worth a visit.

A stroll through the heart of Barthelasse Island, the green lung of Avignon.

This is a magical place that attracts many curious visitors. Unfortunately, the routes suggested on the signs are very old and the markings are random. Some trails are not shown on the IGN map. This loop is a good option for finding your way through the multitude of trails and getting a first impression of the site. Superb panoramic views and moving evidence of human occupation of this area from prehistoric times to the 20th century.

A family-friendly trail that explores the troglodyte village of Barry, one of the finest and largest in France.

Not far from Vaison-La-Romaine, the upper reaches of the village of Buisson offer a balcony route for most of this itinerary. On minor roads, forest tracks and paths, between vineyards and undergrowth, walkers can admire the Aygues valley, the Lance mountain and those of the Baronnies provençales, the distinctive skyline drawn by Mont Ventoux, the Saint Amand ridge and the Dentelles de Montmirail, while in the foreground, crops and hedges offer a lush bocage landscape.

A loop through vineyards and olive groves that allows you to visit two magnificent villages in the Vaucluse.

A beautiful hike that takes you to the drystone shelters, old huts built from dry stones in the heath. Beautiful landscapes and panoramic views of the Rhône.