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Sainte-Baume (Massif) walks
Saint-Probace - Caramy Gorges in Tourves
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
On the trail of Manon des Sources - Le Mémorial de Signes
9.55 mi
+797 ft
-810 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Signes (Var)
On this walk you'll discover some of the locations used to film Manon des Sources and Jean de Florette (1986): the Grotte de Mounoï cave, the dried-up stream and the Villa Renard - the hunchback's house.
This route will also let you discover the Vallon des Martyrs, with its monument commemorating resistance fighters executed by the SS in 1944. All along the walk you'll experience incredible Provence landscapes and the Sainte-Baume.
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.
Above the Infernets and Coutronne-les Encanaux ravines
8.11 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,886 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Auriol (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A splendid walk starting from the Encanaux, near Auriol, along the top of the Infernets and then the Coutronne ravines. At times along the cliffside ravines, similar to some sections of the Gorges du Verdon. From Lare Pass (Col de la Lare), you will have a magnificent view of the Sainte-Baume range and the Pic de Bertagne to the south and Sainte-Victoire Mountain, Mont Olympe and Mont Aurélien to the north.
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.
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.
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.
Tuny refuge via the Vallon des Seigneurs and the Vallon Saint-Clair
6.22 mi
+1,552 ft
-1,552 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This is a beautiful loop with a very steady climb through a picturesque valley, under tunnels of vegetation and magnificent suspended rocks. There are splendid views of the Huveaune valley, Géménos, Aubagne and Marseille. Next, pass by the very welcoming Tuny refuge and descend via the Vallon de Saint Clair, which also offers beautiful landscapes of steep rocks.
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.
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."
The Agnis Valley
6.48 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,119 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Méounes-lès-Montrieux (Var)
A pleasant hike that is not difficult. Approximately 12 km in total with a gentle slope both uphill and downhill. Just be careful on the way back as the path is rocky in places.
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 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.
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).
Tour of the Dents de Roque Forcade via the Plan des Vaches
3.55 mi
+722 ft
-719 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
La Sainte-Baume as you've never seen it before: a ledge at the foot of imposing rocky peaks, a short climb to reach an isolated plateau offering panoramic views of the Alps as far as Cap Sicié. The entire walk is on small, wild trails, just the way I like them.
A challenging walk with an 8-metre rock climb, rated 2 at most (easy scrambling).
The Ravin des Infernets
2.58 mi
+659 ft
-659 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Auriol (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short, easy and pleasant hike, alternating between springs, gorges and small caves, with picnic areas along the stream.
Moderator's warning on 25/01/2021: Please note! Reviews of this hike indicate that it is preferable to have a GPS device to follow the route correctly and that some paths have been overgrown.
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.
The Cauvin Tower Plan des vaches and the Dents de Roque Forcade
5.94 mi
+974 ft
-945 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
A beautiful walk to the Dents de Roque Forcade in the Massif de la Sainte-Baume, passing by the Tour de Cauvin, starting from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume.
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.
Tuny refuge
5.96 mi
+1,368 ft
-1,348 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
An easy, short hike where you can grill your meal.
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.
The Pic de Bertagne from Plan d'Aups
7.24 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,617 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
A beautiful hike that leads to the Pic de Bertagne, where you can enjoy a breathtaking 360° view.
Petit Tuny
8.22 mi
+1,988 ft
-1,959 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This trail is another way of getting to the Petit Tuny hut. On this trail, you stay off the DFCI tracks as much as possible, by taking non-waymarked paths instead. At the highest point of the route, you will have a wonderful view over Garlaban, the Huveaune Valley and Bertagne Peak.
Vallée de Saint-Pons Park in Gémenos
2.23 mi
+262 ft
-262 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A beautiful, very easy walk in the Saint-Pons valley, in the heart of a well-maintained departmental park, towards the former abbey of the same name. A very shady walk along a tributary of the Huveaune, where you can discover old mills from the 17th and 18th centuries. Great fun for children and largely accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Le Trou du Vent via Pic de Bertagne and Grande Baume
6.54 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,955 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This is a fairly difficult circuit that will take you via the Pic de Bertagne to two of the most interesting spots in the Sainte-Baume massif: the Trou du Vent and the Grande Baume.
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.
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.
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.
La Bergerie du Défens
4.36 mi
+876 ft
-886 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Garéoult (Var)
An easy walk in the Garéoult Communal Woods. The route alternates between paths through oak woods and stony tracks. The woods provide food for goats, which graze on the bushes and low oak foliage. Their milk is made into cheese at the Bergerie du Défens.
Pic de Bertagne from Saint-Pons Park
10.98 mi
+3,094 ft
-3,087 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
On the way to Pic de Bertagne from Parc de Saint-Pons via the south side. The return journey will be via La Glacière and the abbey.
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.
La Roquebrussanne
7.15 mi
+827 ft
-817 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Roquebrussanne (Var)
A beautiful hike that is neither long nor difficult, and which can be extended to the Source des Orris if you have more time.
The Pic de Bertagne via the Pas de Cugens
10.24 mi
+3,320 ft
-3,323 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Climb to the highest point of the Bouches-du-Rhône, located at the eastern end of the Sainte-Baume Massif.
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.
From Col de l'Ange to Fenêtre du Brigou
6.69 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,430 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cuges-les-Pins (Bouches-du-Rhône)
An easy hike to a local geological curiosity: the Fenêtre du Brigou.
La Loube
10.04 mi
+2,287 ft
-2,283 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from La Roquebrussanne (Var)
A pleasant hike offering magnificent 360° views from the summit, stretching from the Alps to the sea via Mont Ventoux. Route for experienced hikers.
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.
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.
Les Encanaux via the Coutronne and Infernets ravines
4.83 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,289 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Auriol (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This is a short, challenging hike, which could be described as "ravine hiking", in the steep, arid ravines of the Coutronne (now a dry river) and the Infernets to the Encanaux. There, the latter flows into the Vède in a charming, shady and fairly wide spot, which is popular with walkers at the weekend.
The hike takes you through the potholes (giant's kettles) of the two rivers, in truly wild surroundings.
The first ravine is very rarely visited.
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!
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...
La Glacière via the Saint-Pons Valley
7.55 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,647 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Circular starting from the Saint-Pons valley towards the old ice house, via the Vallon du Fauge path and then the Chemin de la Glace. Beautiful views of the Pic de Bertagne, the Dents de Roque Forcade, the Saint-Pons valley and La Ciotat Bay in the distance. Take the opportunity to visit all the old water-related facilities in the valley: paper mill, mill, monuments, springs and waterfalls.
The entire Ravin des Encanaux, return via Les Infernets
6.55 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,627 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Auriol (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The Encanaux and Infernets ravines are two remarkable valleys near Auriol. This route will take you up the entire length of the wild Encanaux ravine, which is very quiet and shaded in hot weather. The return journey will take you through the more classic Coutronne and Infernets ravines with their beautiful landscapes.
From the Falaise de la Galère to the Grande Baume
6.37 mi
+1,929 ft
-1,932 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike will take you above the beautiful Falaise de la Galère cliff with its breathtaking views to the fascinating Grande Baume cave, which you will cross from end to end. Don't be put off by the elevation gain, as it wasn't too difficult for our old legs.
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.
Saint-André Chapel and Orris Caves
7.79 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from La Roquebrussanne (Var)
A hike off the beaten track to discover an almost forgotten chapel perched among the rocks and caves carved out by nature under huge dolomitic rocks.
Please note that the first half of the route sometimes follows small, very rocky paths that are not marked on maps. It's quite a steep climb up and down!
Le Jas de Micéau from the Col de l'Ange
7.19 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,440 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cuges-les-Pins (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This pleasant walk above Cuges-les-Pins takes you along theGR®98, first on a lovely climb to Le Brigou, then towards Le Jas de Micéau: a beautifully restored sheepfold that marks the high point of our hike.
