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The Lower Verdon Gorges
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9.6km 
+248m 
-257m 
3h25
Moderate 
Starting point in Quinson - 04 - Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Wonderful hike through the Lower Verdon Gorges, starting in Quinson.
Between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
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12km
+479m
-473m
4h50
Moderate
Starting point in Lagnes - 84 - Vaucluse A trek between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse on typical Provençal trails.
On the ridges of the Grand Luberon
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11.94km
+506m
-512m
4h50
Moderate
Starting point in Buoux - 84 - Vaucluse A loop that takes you to the hamlet of Seguins along the ridges of the Grand Luberon through Sivergues and Chastelas.
Le Rocher des Deux Trous (The Rock with Two Holes)
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6.92km
+238m
-234m
2h40
Easy
Starting point in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône At the heart of the Alpilles Regional Nature Reserve, a small easy hike on good paths. The route takes you to the picturesque Rock with Two Holes painted by Van Gogh during his stay in Saint-Paul de Mausole from May 1889 to May 1890. It offers vast panoramic views over the two slopes of the Alpilles. To the south, in clear weather the view stretches to the Mediterranean, to the north over the Montagnette, the Gard, the Mont Ventoux, etc.
Above the Aups via The Peirière
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7.13km
+196m
-188m
2h35
Easy
Starting point in Aups - 83 - Var A beautiful walk through various landscapes, olive trees, impressive stone walls, a pine forest, caves and cave chapels.
6.28km
+189m
-182m
2h20
Moderate
Starting point in Bagnols-en-Forêt - 83 - Var A stroll in an exceptional place, discovering the gorges of the river Blavet and the cave of Mueron which was inhabited in the Bronze Age.
Ideal in summer and on warmer days, avoid periods of heavy rain.
11.12km
+264m
-266m
3h55
Moderate
Starting point in Sillans-la-Cascade - 83 - Var The incredible waterfall and the route along the Bresque on the Sillans side.
The route along the Train des Pignes track.
Swimming in the natural pool of Salernes.
Cézanne’s windmill and the Zola dam
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6.94km
+306m
-306m
2h50
Easy
Starting point in Le Tholonet - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône A lovely walk which includes a chance to see Cézanne’s Windmill, to discover the ancient ruins of the Roman aqueduct and its waterfall and the Zola dam. In the distance you can see Mont Sainte-Victoire.
The Véris trail in Bauduen
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7.46km
+211m
-207m
2h45
Easy
Starting point in Bauduen - 83 - Var Very nice course with beautiful views of Lake Sainte-Croix.
7.35km
+493m
-487m
3h30
Difficult
Starting point in Lafare - 84 - Vaucluse 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.
Pointe de l'Observatoire Barthelemy - Cap Roux
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10.86km
+658m
-651m
5h00
Moderate
Starting point in Saint-Raphaël (Var) - 83 - Var This is a magnificent hike through the red rocks of Estérel, looking over the blue of the Mediterranean with extraordinary viewing points.
Walk in the Alpilles
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15.32km
+310m
-301m
5h15
Moderate
Starting point in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône Starting from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a beautiful walk along large, clearly-marked, shady trails. Beautiful viewpoints over the Alpilles, the village and the château des Baux-de-Provence.
The fragrant plants of the South and also pines and even cedars.
A tour of the Cap d'Antibes
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4.95km
+42m
-40m
1h30
Easy
Starting point in Antibes - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes A lovely walk on the coastal path of the Cap d'Antibes. Very well laid-out, it offers superb views of the Antibes coast as well as a few architectural masterpieces such as the Château de la Croé and the Villa Eilenroc.
The Rocher de Roquebrune
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6.44km
+296m
-296m
2h40
Difficult
Starting point in Roquebrune-sur-Argens - 83 - Var A short but energetic walk that is exposed towards the end. Enjoy the stunning views from the top of Rocher de Roquebrune with its famous ochre colours.
11.5km
+1015m
-1011m
6h10
Very difficult
Starting point in Puyloubier - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône An energetic loop in Sainte-Victoire leaving from the Saint-Ser car park. The climb up goes via the east of the Bau de l'Aigle and the descent back down is via the 'Pas du Clapier'.
Tour of Napoule
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6.37km
+133m
-135m
2h10
Easy
Starting point in Mandelieu-la-Napoule - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes Easy circular hike leaving from Rague port.
The hike starts by climbing up towards Mont Thurney at the entrance to the Estérel, then going downhill through a dry valley then a forest (eucalyptus and then pine trees) before reaching San Peyre and its 360° orientation table (panoramic view over the Îles de Lérins, Cannes bay and the Mercantour).
Go down through Napoule and then take the coastal path alongside the château until you reach Raguette and Rague beaches.
The Nesque River gorges from Monieux
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8.32km
+383m
-378m
3h30
Moderate
Starting point in Monieux - 84 - Vaucluse The Nesque River gorges and the Saint Michel chapel starting from the Bourget Lake in Monieux.
12.04km
+461m
-454m
4h45
Moderate
Starting point in Escragnolles - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes Superb hiking in the back-country of Grasse.
On the program, megaliths, magnificent viewing points over the entire coast (in clear weather) and to finish, a superb waterfall in an exceptional setting.
The Combe de Curnier
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9.24km
+639m
-643m
4h30
Moderate
Starting point in Bédoin - 84 - Vaucluse 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.
The Dentelles of Montmirail leaving from Gigondas
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6.58km
+327m
-320m
2h50
Moderate
Starting point in Gigondas - 84 - Vaucluse 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.
Bréche du Mont-Saint-Martin via Sallagriffon
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11.41km
+747m
-748m
5h25
Moderate
Starting point in Sigale - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes This circuit is ideal on sunny days and a surprising route thanks to the diversity and beauty of the valley, which is still wild. On the northern slope, you'll appreciate the quiet atmosphere of the pine forests and the oaks that dominate the verdant agricultural plain of Sallagriffon, with a panoramic view up to the foothills of the Mercantour mountain range. On the southern slope, you'll appreciate the magnificent mineral landscapes with tremendous views of deep clues carved out by the capricious course of the rivers.
Sainte-Anne Chapel in Claviers
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5.41km
+191m
-189m
2h05
Easy
Starting point in Claviers - 83 - Var Ascent to the Sainte-Anne Chapel, located 624 m above sea level on the western summit of the Plateau du Puy, passing by the ruins of a Ligurian oppidum. Easy hike in the Provence scrubland and forest (thyme, lavender, rock rose...)
The ochre trails of Mormoiron
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11.02km
+249m
-245m
3h50
Moderate
Starting point in Mormoiron - 84 - Vaucluse Take a walk between Mormoiron and Villes-sur-Auzon on the trails of old ochre quarries.
Spectacular scenic views of Baux-de-Provence
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5.34km
+152m
-148m
2h00
Moderate
Starting point in Les Baux-de-Provence - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône A short hike around Baux-de-Provence, mostly on good trails. There is a short climb down a well-maintained rocky path. 360° views at the viewpoint (or what remains of it). The Baux cover "every angle" with many panoramic views. Return via the village with the option to pay it a visit.
Château du Diable and the Destel Gorges in Ollioules
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4.98km
+341m
-334m
2h25
Very difficult
Starting point in Ollioules - 83 - Var This very challenging route takes the hiker to the site of the Château du Diable and its remarkable caves and the Destel gorges, with their astonishing giant's kettles or cauldrons.
Nice sections with chains or ropes.
Gorges de Véroncle
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5.83km
+303m
-10m
2h30
Difficult
Starting point in Gordes - 84 - Vaucluse The walk starts near Gordes (listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France) and passes through the Véroncle gorge to Murs and its castle.
A very pleasant, energetic walk in the ravine of the Véroncle gorges, discovering the remains of old mills from different periods along the way.
There are a few ladders and ropes, and an old sluice shaft that cannot be avoided.
The Tour des Opies- the Eyguières Alpilles
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16.02km
+399m
-392m
5h45
Moderate
Starting point in Eyguières - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône Hiking in the Alpilles, starting from the Eyguières bullring.
A quiet start among olive trees and cicadas at the foot of the Opies.
You'll discover the old Romanière sheep pens.
The ascent starts on a beautiful path through the maquis and ends with a little climb to finish at the Tour de Guet where a magnificent 360° view awaits you.
You can also visit the vestiges of Villa Gallo Romaine.
The Barre des Dourbes ridge
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10.35km
+694m
-708m
4h55
Moderate
Starting point in Digne-les-Bains - 04 - Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Long north-south oriented ridge, the Barre des Dourbes ridge separates the basin of Digne-les-Bains from the Barrême syncline.
Rising in stages over twenty kilometres, culminating Pic de Couar some 1988 m above sea level.
The Crests of La Chartreuse de la Verne
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12.73km
+484m
-485m
5h00
Moderate
Starting point in Collobrières - 83 - Var A walk through the crests of the Maures forest.
A breathtaking landscape taking in the Mediterranean and the Alps.
The Colorado of Rustrel
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5.16km
+90m
-93m
1h45
Easy
Starting point in Rustrel - 84 - Vaucluse A colourful visit to a place known as the Colorado of Provence.
Mont Ventoux - le Rat
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9.55km
+179m
-185m
3h15
Easy
Starting point in Bédoin - 84 - Vaucluse 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)
The National Forest of the Colle du Rouët and the Trou de Gournié waterfall on the river Endre
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9.66km
+65m
-66m
2h55
Easy
Starting point in Le Muy - 83 - Var A pleasant walk letting you discover the National Forest of the Colle du Rouët, the Trou de Gournié, also called Cascade de l'Endre and the river Endre.
Aureille lookout tower
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8.15km
+200m
-203m
2h55
Easy
Starting point in Aureille - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône The highlight of the walk is the wonderful view from the lookout tower over the Alpilles range, giving superb photo opportunities!
Tour and climb the Gros Cerveau of Ollioules
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9.25km
+568m
-573m
4h15
Moderate
Starting point in Ollioules - 83 - Var A beautiful hike to the heights of Ollioules and Sanary, off the beaten track. Exceptional views over the on the coast of La Ciotat in Porquerolles, and the interior of La Cadiere d'Azur in Revest, the chain of the Sainte Baume ridges and the gorges of Ollioules.
The path alternates between shaded areas in the Mediterranean scrubland and parts where the sun heats the limestones of the La Colle massif.
19.58km
+953m
-950m
8h20
Difficult
Starting point in Saint-Raphaël (Var) - 83 - Var Beautiful hike in the Esterel Massif where you can discover Sainte Baume and its chapel and the beautiful viewpoint on Cap Roux peak, and then reach Ours Peak going via Aurelle Peak.
On the heights of Velleron
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5.67km
+136m
-135m
2h00
Easy
Starting point in Velleron - 84 - Vaucluse A short family walk on the heights of Velleron to discover numerous dry-stone terraces in reasonably good condition.
Gilette and the Estéron gorges
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12.79km
+774m
-772m
5h50
Moderate
Starting point in Gilette - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes Gilette and La Clue.
From the village of Gillette, perched on a rocky outcrop, this walk takes you to the medieval bridge of La Cerise (scenes from the film "The Hunchback" were shot here in 1997) and then winds through the Estéron gorges.
Roman roads of Pays du Verdon
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14.36km
+447m
-448m
5h25
Moderate
Starting point in La Palud-sur-Verdon - 04 - Alpes-de-Haute-Provence A hike in Pays du Verdon that takes ancient Roman roads, runs alongside an abandoned village and a chapel sheltered by rocks with magnificent landscapes.
The Watchtower by the North Slope in Les Baux-de-Provence
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8.04km
+206m
-206m
2h55
Moderate
Starting point in Les Baux-de-Provence - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône A circuit on the north slope of the Alpilles on good tracks nice, overlooking cross-shaded valleys and ridges that offer views on all sides of the Alpilles. The view goes far beyond this. The tour starts with a track which “keeps its cards close to its chest”. Apart from the return by the GR 6, you will meet few if any other people on this route that is far off the beaten track.
The lower Verdon Gorges in Artignosc
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3.2km
+79m
-87m
1h10
Easy
Starting point in Artignosc-sur-Verdon - 83 - Var A pretty walk off the beaten path. The views are breathtaking in diverse landscapes, all from the beautiful little hilltop village of Artignosc-sur-Verdon.
A loop hike from Ventabren to L'Aqueduc de Roquefavour
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14.43km
+337m
-335m
5h05
Moderate
Starting point in Ventabren - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône A loop hike starting from Ventabren Village, heading downhill and crossing Arc River to head up the hill on the other side reaching a stunning panoramic view over Mont Ventoux, Eguilles Village, the Aqueduc de Roquefavour Bridge, Sainte-Victoire Mountain and l'Etoile mountain range with the Pilon du Roi.
The northern tip of the Ile de la Barthelasse
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10.14km
+104m
-106m
3h10
Easy
Starting point in Avignon - 84 - Vaucluse 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.
Between Lacoste and Ménerbes
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14.02km
+223m
-215m
4h40
Moderate
Starting point in Lacoste (Vaucluse) - 84 - Vaucluse A hike on little-known tracks in the districts of Lacoste, Goult and Ménerbes. An overview of nearly ten centuries of history, comprising the chapel, the old abbey and the castle.
The Opies and the Mont Menu ridgewalk from Eyguières
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10.22km
+567m
-560m
4h30
Difficult
Starting point in Eyguières - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône A fine, challenging circuit in rocky terrain. A few technical sections add spice to this route, as does the intriguing section passing through the two-ended cave on the Mont Menu. The Mont Menu ridge requires concentration and a sense of direction since the cairns are few and far between.
There is always a superb view in every direction: the Étang de Berre, the plain of the Crau, Aureille, the Alpilles, the Mont Ventoux, the Luberon and of course the cliffs of the Mont Menu.
Discovery trail west of Cabrières d'Avignon
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7.17km
+183m
-182m
2h35
Easy
Starting point in Cabrières-d'Avignon - 84 - Vaucluse A short trail to discover the hidden attractions of the western part of Cabrières d'Avignon: olive groves, vineyards, hills, cedars, the Plague Wall (the "Mur de la Peste")
Discovery trail north-west of Cabrières d'Avignon
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3.77km
+82m
-81m
1h20
Easy
Starting point in Cabrières-d'Avignon - 84 - Vaucluse A short trail to discover the hidden attractions of the upper part of Cabrières d'Avignon: the distinctive architecture of the village houses, porticos and dry-stone walls, fountains and wash-houses, the cedar forest. It also includes Léopold Truc's "paradise", stone shelters ("bories") and olive groves.
Plateau de Sestriere to Col de Sanguiniere
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8.83km
+735m
-741m
4h35
Moderate
Starting point in Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes A short drive from St Dalmas le Selvage you will find this beautiful walk through meadows, woodland and up to rocky peaks.
St-Dalmas-le-Selvage to Refuge de Gialorgues
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24.87km
+1396m
-1396m
11h05
Moderate
Starting point in Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage - 06 - Alpes-Maritimes A beautiful walk to a secret valley with a lush green meadow surrounded by rocky mountain peaks.
The coves of Sugiton and Morgiou
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7.51km
+300m
-300m
3h00
Difficult
Starting point in Marseille - 13 - Bouches-du-Rhône A walk to the coves (calques) of Luminy estate in Marseille with exceptional views
Valpréveyre - Lago Verde
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8.56km
+1226m
-504m
5h55
Difficult
Starting point in Abriès - 05 - Hautes-Alpes First stage of Circuit Franco-Italian border "Queyras in Val Pellice" punctuated by passages through three interesting passes: Malaure, Bouchet and Vampréveyre.
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