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Information following decrees (see practical information) prohibiting passage between points (5) and (6).
The descent from the Pas de l'Aï cannot be made as described. It is possible to pass through the Bau de Saint-Cassien by turning right instead of left just after the (5). This makes the route a little longer, but the passage through the Paradis sector is very pretty.
- Starting point: car park at the Sainte-Baume hotel.
(S/E) Take the path heading south, next to the hotel, alongside a field towards the forest.
Once in the forest, turn right and follow the "chemin du canapé" (sofa path) leading under the convent.
(1) Once you reach the Chemin des Roys (at the stele), turn right to go back up towards the convent and the cave.
Enjoy your visit!
(2) On your way back, go down the Chemin des Roys to the oratory.
(1) Take a path on the right to the Col du Saint-Pilon.
(3) Once on the ridge, turn left and follow the path to the Jouc de l'Aigle.
(4) Continue to Pas de Villecroze.
(5) Take the path on the left, following the ridge until you see the yellow mark indicating the Pas de l'Aï.
(6) The path is a little hidden, so be careful not to miss it.
Once you are on the Pas de l'Aï, follow this path which winds downhill to a large dead tree.
(7) Take the path that branches off to the left and follow it under the ridge for about 4 km.
(8) An alternative route is possible via the Sentier Merveilleux (see section below "Nearby").
From there, there are several paths to choose from. Take the main one for 150 m, then turn left. Continue to the car park at the starting point (S/E).
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