Pernes-les-Fontaines walks

Discover the heritage of Pernes-les-Fontaines, the former capital of the Comtat Venaissin, with its many fountains.

Circular route near Pernes-les-Fontaines, with no difficulty at all, featuring pretty little roads and paths. Varied scenery which, after running alongside the banks of the Canal de Carpentras, delves into the Vaucluse countryside with some lovely views of the majestic Mont Ventoux and a few ancient stone structures – little chapels from a bygone era. A detour via the village of Saint-Didier rounds off this lovely route.

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 short family walk on the heights of Velleron to discover numerous dry-stone terraces in reasonably good condition.

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

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.

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

A pleasant hike in the Beaucet area. After the climb to Rocher des Trois Luisants, the walk continues on comfortable tracks offering beautiful views of the Vaucluse Plateau.

Hike starting from the hamlet of Saint-Antoine, in the commune of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, passing along the Carpentras canal and climbing up to the heights, with views of the Luberon and the Rhône valley.

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.

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.

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

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.

From the Hermitage of Saint-Gens, this trail climbs back up to the miraculous spring, then winds its way across the plateau along the historic Plague Wall trail and returns via the Combe de Capellan and the holm oak forests of the Monts de Vaucluse.

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

A beautiful circular on very pleasant paths offering beautiful views of the plain, Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail.

The walk will take you to Saumane and Saint-Gens, with its monastery and miraculous spring. You’ll reach the Vaucluse Plateau via the Rocher des Trois Luisants to admire the beautiful panoramic view of the Comtat plain (the Sorgue) with its villages and, in the distance, Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirails. You’ll then head back down towards the village of Saumane, passing through a magnificent landscape of dry-stone structures, walls, slate roofs and drystone shelters.

A lovely, easy hike starting from the car park at the Château de Saumanes in Vaucluse.

Between two important sites of medieval Christianity, this hike promises beautiful views of the magnificent landscapes of the Vaucluse: Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux, and the Rhône Valley. The dense vegetation provides shade in summer. Demanding in terms of length and elevation, it is reserved for experienced and motivated hikers. Refrain from hiking in case of rain or threatening storms.

A lovely little hike around Saumane-de-Vaucluse on typical Provençal trails.

Set off to discover some of the gems in the Fontaine-de-Vaucluse region, such as the semi-troglodyte shelter in Marculy, the old Valescure farm and the watchtower at the top of the valley between Mourre Pelé and Trois Luisants.

A pretty walk around Saumane-de-Vaucluse. Fine scenery and troglodytic dwellings. Since a lot of the walk is in the shade of the forest, it is pleasant in hot weather.

Short family hike in the hills above Saumane-de-Vaucluse.

This walk takes you to a lookout point over the Monts du Vaucluse; along the way, you’ll see Mont Ventoux and, at the summit, a stunning view of the plain.

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.

The waters of the Sorgue' dynamism has fostered industrial activities: milling, drapery, paper mill, silk industry... At the height of the occupation, 66 wheels were installed. This walk allows you to discover the few wheels still present but also to enjoy the clarity of these waters frequented by mallards, swans and chars. Numerous facilities allow you to get closer to the water, or even to dip a toe in...

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.

Discover Le Thor, situated downstream from L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, which benefits from the numerous sorgues (springs) originating from the resurgence at Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.Perched on one of the few hills in the Comtat Venaissin plain, set back a little from the town, stands the Château de Thouzon and, at its base, the caves of the same name.

A circular loop of around twenty kilometres with lovely views of Mont Ventoux and the Luberon mountains, and 600 m of elevation gain. A fairly gentle climb but some lovely descents! There is a more challenging section during the descent to Fontaine de Vaucluse (hence the difficulty rating); otherwise, the difficulty remains moderate, particularly as there is a slight climb.

This walk is circular in the Saint-Martin area, in the hamlet of Serres near Carpentras.

A very pleasant walk, but difficult at the start to reach the castle. The view of the Sorgue and the village is very impressive from the castle.

A demanding route that climbs up to the crests above Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, where you will have unrivalled views.

Circuit on either side of the Sorgue in the footsteps of Vaucluse pastoralism.

A circular route on sometimes demanding terrain, starting from the ridges above Fontaine-de-Vaucluse and ending at the Hermitage of Saint-Gens. Crossing wild valleys and the Vallon de Valescure (arch and karstic cave). Beautiful panoramic views of the Vaucluse mountains and Mont Ventoux.

Discover the dry stone buildings, large and small, scattered around Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.

A circular loop that takes us to the terraces that were once cultivated and the ancient oppidum of Bondelon.

The Sorgue, one of the most beautiful rivers in the Vaucluse department, springs from the foot of a cliff some 240 m high, at Fontaine-de-Vaucluse. This walk takes you along paths that are not exposed to the drop, up to the ridge above the spring, where you can enjoy an exceptional view. On the way back, you’ll pass by the ruins of the Château des Évêques (also known as the Château de Pétrarque or Château de Vaucluse) before returning to the village and the spring.

A circuit on old cart tracks with ruts worn in the stone (“rodans”), then along the Carpentras Canal and over the Galas Aqueduct. Splendid views over the Sorgue and an opportunity to visit the village of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.

A pretty circular route, without any major technical difficulties, providing access to the ridges of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse and offering panoramic views of the Monts du Vaucluse and the village.

Largely wooded, the Luberon attracts tourists with its ochre quarries, steep-sided gorges, monuments and hilltop villages with paved slanting streets that evoke the Provence of Daudet, Giono and Pagnol. The first three stages take place in the Luberon Regional Nature Park through the woods on the southern slope of the massif, visiting the medieval village of Oppède-le-Vieux and those of Mérindol, Cucuron and Vitrolles-en-Luberon. The fourth stage crosses over to the northern slope, passing through Céreste, Pont de Baou, the Priory of Carluc and Oppedette. The fifth stage explores the Gorges d’Oppedette, the medieval market town of Viens, and the ochre quarries of Rustrel and Villars. The sixth route crosses Gargas then Roussillon to explore its ochre quarries before setting off to discover the Gorges de la Véroncle. The final route heads to the beautiful village of Gordes, the Abbaye de Sénanque, Saumane-de-Vaucluse and the Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.

This first stage of the Tour du Luberon offers beautiful, unspoilt Provençal landscapes through the rocky hills and valleys of sparse woodland bordering the Coulon Valley. The highlights of this route include the remains of the Plague Wall, built during the plague of 1720, the little Chapel of Saint-Eusèbe, the medieval village of Oppède-le-Vieux perched on a rocky outcrop, its church of Notre-Dame d’Alidon which offers a beautiful view over the valley, the Galère valley, the old village of Mérindol, its church of Sainte-Anne and its Reformed church.

A magnificent hike around Fontaine-de-Vaucluse with beautiful views of the rocky cliffs and valleys. On the way back, a detour to the Gouffre de Fontaine-de-Vaucluse is a must.

Mountain bike ride starting from Fontaine-de-Vaucluse; quite challenging as it begins with a 6 km climb on a stony track.It then offers beautiful views of the Luberon before following the Mur de la Peste.

This family-friendly route with very little elevation gain quickly leaves the urban environment behind to follow the Carpentras Canal and cross the agricultural landscapes of Provence. The panorama then opens up onto the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux and the village of Beaumes-de-Venise, dominated by the Plateau des Courens. Back in the old fortified town, the information panels (lecterns) provide a better understanding of the history of the area.

A lovely walk sheltered by the trees and cliffs of La Sénancole.