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The Oppidum of Le Piégu and the Castrum of Saint-Jean, starting from Rougiers
Visorando Member
6.05 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,165 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Rougiers (Var)
One of three or four hiking routes that take in the beautiful site of Castrum Saint-Jean above Rougiers in the Var. This one passes via the Colline de Piégu, offering a fine viewpoint and the ruins of an ancient oppidum.
The Castrum Saint-Jean and the Rougiers Balconies
3.62 mi
+850 ft
-837 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rougiers (Var)
The Castrum Saint-Jean is an iconic site in the village of Rougiers. We climbed up via an unofficial path and descended via a superb balcony path followed by a trail at the bottom of the valley.
Rougiers, Castrum Saint-Jean
10.58 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,736 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rougiers (Var)
This hike takes you to the ruins of Castrum Saint-Jean, 600 metres above sea level, on the spur of the hill overlooking the present-day village of Rougiers. Don't forget to visit the Guillandière spring in the communal woods, east of Saint-Jean hill.
The Piégu oppidum, the Guillandiére fountain and the Castrum Saint-Jean
8.28 mi
+1,611 ft
-1,611 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Rougiers (Var)
A beautiful hike starting from Les Rougiers at the foot of Sainte Baume, where you will discover historical sites dating from the Gallo-Roman period to the Middle Ages: the Piégu oppidum, the Fontaine de la Guillandiére, the Château Saint-Jean, the ruins of the fortified village and its troglodyte dwellings, and its 19th-century chapel.
Castrum, chapel and old village of Saint-Jean in Rougiers
3.39 mi
+761 ft
-771 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Rougiers (Var)
This short hike allows you to discover a picturesque and unique medieval site, including beautiful views of the green Provence and the Pre-Alps. The ruined village is a remarkable example of dwellings built on the side of a cliff.
The Chapel of Saint Probace circular loop
6.50 mi
+991 ft
-984 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Tourves (Var)
The chapel overlooks the entrance to the Caramy Gorges next to Tourves. Saint Probace came to evangelise Provence in the1st century AD and is said to have died in Tourves. Perched on a hill that is quite difficult to access, we chose to approach it from the Route de Mazaugues, which is easier, to the west of Tourves.
Around the Fontaine des Genièvres
5.03 mi
+564 ft
-558 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Rougiers (Var)
An easy hike around the Fontaine des Genièvres with beautiful views of the Nans-les-Pins plain and, above all, the eastern part of the Sainte-Baume mountain range. A curiosity: the Petit Saint-Cassien karstic cave.
Gaudin to Faisses de Mazaugues circular loop
6.71 mi
+974 ft
-1,004 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
An easy walk through the Mazaugues State Forest with lovely views over the Agnis plateau and the village of Mazaugues. The famous Pivaut ice house is right next to the starting point and is well worth a look.
The banks of the Caramy
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.54 mi
+764 ft
-778 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
A very pleasant hike along the banks of the Caramy, with swimming possible on the first part of the route.
Huveaune Springs Circular Trail
6.31 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,575 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from Nans-les-Pins (Var)
This is an easy hike that takes you to the sources of the Huveaune river, then along a return path with beautiful views of Sainte-Baume. It is best not to do this hike in summer if you want to see the pools full.
Around Nans les Pins
8.19 mi
+919 ft
-915 ft
4h 35
Easy
Departure from Nans-les-Pins (Var)
Hike to discover the Piémont de la Sainte Baume along the banks of the Huveaune, with a permanent view of the long summit ridge of the massif.
Sources of the Huveaune from Nans-les-Pins
7.83 mi
+1,588 ft
-1,588 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Nans-les-Pins (Var)
The Huveaune river has its source in the Sainte-Beaume massif at the Castelette cave. It is actually several resurgent and petrifying springs.
Saint-Probace - Caramy Gorges in Tourves
5.18 mi
+899 ft
-869 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Tourves (Var)
A beautiful hike in the hills above Tourves.Remarkable view of the Saint-Maximin plain and the Montagne de la Loube.A wonderful encounter and visit to the Saint-Probace Chapel.
The two banks of the Caramy
5.83 mi
+561 ft
-528 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Tourves (Var)
In hot weather, it is pleasant to walk along tree-lined paths and enjoy the coolness of the river. Today, I suggest you explore the Caramy Gorges on both banks and admire the chaotic rock formations of the Sauts du Cabri.Today's hike has been modified to take into account comments from the moderator and hikers. Obviously, avoid this hike after or during heavy rainfall.
On the heights of Mazaugues
6.65 mi
+1,781 ft
-1,785 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
A dense, cool forest and a panoramic view of the Provençal mountains with the Îles du Levant in the distance. A mostly elevated hike, a floral explosion in June, and a refreshing end along a small river.
Mazaugues - Pivaut Ice House
8.82 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,102 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
A lovely walk leading to the beautifully restored Pivaut ice house (1880).
The Mourre d'Agnis ridges from Mazaugues
10.36 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,178 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
A challenging hike with magnificent views of the ridge line.
La Petite Colle above Mazaugues
6.72 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,483 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
It is possible to enjoy a lovely walk in Mazaugues without climbing all the way up to Mourre d’Agnis: the ridges of the Petite Colle, which overlook the village, offer superb views along their entire length, with several options for reaching them.
Mazaugues, Caucadis, Agnis Farm
7.53 mi
+1,578 ft
-1,552 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
Hike in the hills above Mazaugues in a wild and sometimes surprising environment.
Source of the Huveaune, the Oratoire de Miette and the Castelette cave
4.70 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,270 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nans-les-Pins (Var)
If you would like to discover a pretty spring in the South of France, I recommend a circular route starting from the Plateau, passing by the Oratoire de Miette, the Tumulus des Béguines and the Chemin de Rois.
You will discover the spring and its magnificent colours and the Castelette cave on the way back.
Sainte-Baume and Sentier Merveilleux
6.48 mi
+981 ft
-981 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
This summer walk allows you to enjoy the beauty of the Sainte-Baume forest while avoiding the heat.
Sainte-Baume
8.26 mi
+1,713 ft
-1,709 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
Walk along the Sainte-Baume ridge after visiting the Marie-Madeleine cave.
From Sainte-Baume to Chemin des Rois via the Huveaune springs
5.22 mi
+912 ft
-892 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
This is a family hike that allows you to visit the Huveaune springs via a rather unusual route starting from the Hôtellerie de la Sainte-Baume.
Voie Gombault and Marcel Estruch Trail
12.11 mi
+3,970 ft
-3,950 ft
5 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
This is a "hiking-climbing" route along the Voie Gombault and the Marcel Estruch trail on the north-east face of the Sainte-Baume massif. Direct access to the ridges via a vertical route, then a complete crossing of the balcony trail from east to west. Undergrowth, ridges, ledges and cave visits also feature on this aerial route.
⚠️ This hike should not be undertaken between 15 February and 15 July in order to respect the tranquillity of the area and not compromise bird reproduction on the Marcel Estruch trail.
Grotto of Saint Magdalene - Saint-Pilon
3.94 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,217 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
Religious history and panorama in the Massif de la Sainte-Baume.
Sentier Marcel Estruch and Grotte aux Œufs via Saint-Pilon
9.31 mi
+2,930 ft
-2,933 ft
7 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
A beautiful, challenging hike that combines many of the features of Sainte-Baume: undergrowth, ledges, chain passages, a visit to a cave, ridges, etc.
"A protected species, the peregrine falcon, nests on the Béguines cliff and may be disturbed. Avoid using this trail between February and June to ensure its protection."
In the shade and at the foot of Sainte-Baume
5.86 mi
+443 ft
-423 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
A walk at the foot of Sainte-Baume, with little elevation gain and through the forest.
Crête de la Sainte-Baume
4.98 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,129 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
The coolness of a large forest on the north side, the rocky beauty of the south side, magnificent views from the summit ridge, small paths along ledges, and a cool return trip.
Please note that this hike can be difficult in bad weather or windy conditions, particularly between waypoints 3 and 5. Therefore, be very careful and do not take any unnecessary risks.
Loop of the Huveaune springs from Sainte-Baume
5.77 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,247 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
There is a long, steep descent, but the views are magnificent on both the Sainte-Baume and Sainte-Victoire sides. The forest surrounding the Gorges de l'Huveaune is cool and dense, and the yellow waterfalls in the riverbed are surprising. This is a short excursion into the Sainte-Baume forest.
a varied and challenging walk.
Circular loops of the Huveaune springs via Pas de Peyruis
6.13 mi
+958 ft
-961 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Zacharie (Var)
Yet another hike to the sources of the Huveaune, but one that stands out from the others by heading towards the Grotte de la Castelette via the left bank of the "river" and then a steep (but not impossible) climb over the last few hundred metres to reach it.
Huveaune via the Pas de Peyruis
8.11 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,171 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Zacharie (Var)
A loop passing through the Gorges de l'Huveaune to its source, with some beautiful views across the hills to Sainte-Baume and Sainte-Victoire.
Please note that from 6 November 2023 to 22 December 2023, access to the source of the Huveaune is prohibited. ONF construction work in progress.
Montagne de la Loube in La Roquebrussane
4.96 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,348 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from La Roquebrussanne (Var)
A short route that climbs up to the summit of the Loube mountain where you can enjoy a panoramic view over the sea and Alps. A wonderful walk with every step!
From Signes to the Devil's Bridge under the canopy of trees
6.96 mi
+1,900 ft
-1,896 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Signes (Var)
A route to Roman ruins, which is particularly interesting because it takes you through cool vegetation, ideal during hot weather.
Route modified by the author on 26/12/2020.
Mount Olympus and the Rock of Eleven O'Clock
10.34 mi
+1,969 ft
-1,942 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Pourrières (Var)
Less frequented than its illustrious neighbour, Mont Aurélien, Mont Olympe offers no less than an exceptional 360° panorama of most of the region's iconic peaks, even as far as the Mercantour on a clear day. After a fairly long approach walk on a gentle, steady slope, the final steep climb is more suited to experienced and trained walkers. But what a reward!
Where the Cauron and Argens rivers meet
5.49 mi
+397 ft
-400 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bras (Var)
Discover two rivers via beautiful green trails covered in flowers in spring, but watch out for mosquitoes. Enjoy the stunning Chute du Tombereau waterfall and cross vineyards and olive groves.
From Riboux to Château Renard via the Trébuquet valley
7.56 mi
+715 ft
-696 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Riboux (Var)
A fairly easy hike that leads along the Riboux valley and then towards the Château Renard estate, made famous by the film "Jean de Florette".
Le Pé de la Colle and the Vallon de Trébuquet from Riboux
6.59 mi
+479 ft
-449 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Riboux (Var)
This walk is very pleasant in Pagnol's Provence, in the foothills of the Sainte-Baume massif, passing through the charmingly named "Pé de la Colle".
Even though much of it is on tarmac roads, there are no visitors as it is a dead end. This in no way spoils the feeling of solitude and being surrounded by nature!
The south face of Sainte-Baume, Saint-Pilon and Pic de Bertagne
11.85 mi
+2,254 ft
-2,238 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Riboux (Var)
A very beautiful hike starting from Riboux, with the ascent of Sainte-Baume on the south side to Saint-Pilon. You will follow theGR® trail along the ridge of Sainte-Baume to Pic de Bertagne. The panoramic views are breathtaking.
La Sainte-Baume from Riboux
8.91 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,752 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Riboux (Var)
A beautiful route along the ridges of Sainte-Baume, from east to west via the Col du Saint-Pilon and the Pas de la Cabre.
Col du Fauge
8.77 mi
+1,713 ft
-1,713 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Riboux (Var)
A lovely hike on the southern slope of Sainte-Baume, starting from the small village of Riboux. At its highest point on the ridges of Pic de Bertagne, you can enjoy a 360° view. La Ciotat, the Castelet route, Plan d'Aups...
Pic de Bertagne via the village of Riboux
9.36 mi
+1,801 ft
-1,795 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Riboux (Var)
Set off for the Massif de la Sainte-Baume and its western flank to reach the highest point in the Bouches-du-Rhône, the Pic de Bertagne at 1,042 metres. At the summit, you will be treated to an exceptional 360° panorama of the Mediterranean, Sainte-Victoire, Jouc de l'Aigle, the Siou Blanc plateau, the Alps... so enjoy it while you can, knowing that unfortunately you will have to descend and leave this magnificent site with some superb photos.
Le Jas de Frédéric via Riboux
7.84 mi
+666 ft
-696 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Riboux (Var)
This is a beautiful, easy hike, alternating between paths and tracks, where you can discover: a cade oven, a jas and a well. The Jas de Frédéric has been beautifully restored and is in an ideal location. The route is not always marked, so it is best to follow the GPS.