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Senez - La Clappe
Visorando Member
11.85 mi
+2,703 ft
-1,837 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Senez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Route Napoléon via theGR®® 406 - Stage 5/6: Senez - La Clappe.
Clue de la Melle
9.55 mi
+2,126 ft
-2,100 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Senez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike above the Asse Valley offering views of the narrow Melle Gorges and the landscapes of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.
You can climb to 1,200 metres, where an isolated chapel on the plateau is the only remnant of a hamlet that was home to great acts of resistance before being destroyed.
Le Chiran via Blieux
9.42 mi
+3,028 ft
-3,031 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Blieux (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Climb Chiran via another route, starting from the village of Blieux. You will reach the Chiran observatory after a beautiful 1,000 m climb through vegetation typical of the Southern Alps. In spring, this hike is beautiful with its colourful orchids on the plateau. At the summit, there is a magnificent 360° view. This hike is not technically difficult and is very easy to navigate.
At the foot of the Cadières de Brandis via the Chapelle Saint-Jean
7.54 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,542 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Chasteuil, like Villars-Brandis, is a hamlet nestled at the foot of the Cadières de Brandis cliffs. Initially abandoned in the early 20th century, it has been revitalised since the 1970s.
This walk stays at a high altitude, following a path that runs almost entirely along a ledge above the Verdon.
The tiny Saint-Jean Chapel offers a magnificent view of the Cadières de Brandis, and rumour has it that the Templars’ treasure can be found there.
Issole Forest and Deux Saints Rock Circular Walk
8.84 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,322 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-les-Alpes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely walk through the Issole State Forest, planted with magnificent pine trees. Then, after skirting Lake Castillon, cross the bridge spanning the Verdon to make a detour to a small peak known as Les Deux Saints, which offers a stunning panorama of the Verdon valley and the lake.Throughout the hike, the gradient is gentle, on a path that is very easy on the joints and which occasionally alternates with a forest track, both of which are always very well signposted. Only the final climb to Les Deux Saints is steeper.
The Mont Chiran observatory
6.24 mi
+2,126 ft
-2,133 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A pleasant hike in a beautiful setting with no difficulties. Just for relaxation.
This hike complements the Portail de Blieux hike described on the website.
Le Pavillon
8.79 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,522 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A visit to a small peak overlooking Lake Sainte-Croix and the Valensole plateau.
The Barre du Pidanoux starting from Saint-Julien-du-Verdon
4.30 mi
+1,017 ft
-1,017 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-du-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Barre du Pidanoux hike overlooks Lake Castillon and the village of Saint-Julien-du-Verdon. It offers exceptional panoramic views.
Note: The entire hike is marked with yellow lines.
The village of Poil starting from Chabrejas
5.98 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,155 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Senez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very beautiful, easy route through ancient lands in the wild lavender country.
Robion Tower
Association / Club / Walk leader
10.53 mi
+2,484 ft
-2,487 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent hike overlooking the Verdon. Very little traffic.
A Poil!
8.87 mi
+1,788 ft
-1,768 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Senez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A journey to the end of the world, ideal for lovers of nature and tranquillity. And yet we are in the PACA region, in the heart of Haute-Provence, in a wild environment where you can discover the ancient village of Le Poil (in the 19th century, the commune had 350 inhabitants, including more than a hundred in the village).
Our Lady of the Rock
3.08 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,076 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Through Castellane and along shaded paths, visit the famous and renowned Notre Dame du Roc.
Montagne de Robion via the Saint-Trophime Chapel
9.09 mi
+3,904 ft
-3,907 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike that takes us to the Saint-Trophime Chapel and the summit for a view of the entire Verdon and the Pre-Alps.
Rougon via the bridges of Carajuan, Sautet and Tusset, passing through Trigance
12.36 mi
+3,107 ft
-3,130 ft
8h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Rougon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful circular loop for admiring the Gorges du Verdon in a more intimate way and from different viewpoints. Sumptuous panoramic views of the Grand Canyon and Colle de Breïs and, of course, Point Sublime. A challenging route, well suited to trail runners: it climbs for most of the route but with a reasonable gradient. Then comes a short but fairly steep descent, which proved less difficult than it looked.
The Suech Plateau
5.25 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,243 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Rougon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Overlooking the village of Rougon and located at an altitude of over 1,200 metres, the Plateau du Suech offers beautiful panoramic views where, with a little luck, you can admire the griffon vultures of the Verdon.
Roman roads of Pays du Verdon
8.92 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,371 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (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 old village of Châteauneuf-les-Moustiers
1.73 mi
+443 ft
-443 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short walk to the abandoned village of Châteauneuf-les-Moustiers, ideal for a picnic with panoramic views of the Montdenier massif, the heights of the Verdon or the Mourres area.
Châteauneuf-les-Moustiers was abandoned at the beginning of the 20th century. The remaining ruins are impressive in size and number.
Le Chiran
23.22 mi
+3,950 ft
-3,963 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Climb up to Chiran along a track suitable for vehicles, passing through a magnificent forest with a breathtaking view from the observatory. Descend via a very pleasant hiking single track, then along the old Roman road.
Montdenier via the Col de Saint-Jurs
3.24 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,378 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jurs (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This is a superb hike, perfect for a family outing. It is not particularly difficult and offers breathtaking views of the Valensole plateau, the Verdon, Lake Sainte Croix, the Southern Alps, the Baronnies and Mont Ventoux.
The Samson Corridor tunnels and the Trescaïre towers
1.74 mi
+2,254 ft
-2,254 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Rougon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This round trip route takes you to the Samson Corridor, which marks the entrance to the Grand Canyon. It will take you through the tunnels of the Blanc-Martel trail to the Trescaïre viewpoint.The trail follows the Blanc-Martel trail, but is much more accessible and offers a unique experience thanks to the tunnels.The indicated elevation gain, calculated automatically, is incorrect.See the practical information section for details of the minimum equipment required.
La Ferme Brûlée
3.71 mi
+915 ft
-919 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Demandolx (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short hike with beautiful views of the lakes of Chaudanne and Castillon, La Barre Rousse and the Crête du Teillon.
Tour de Barbin
Tourist office
6.58 mi
+1,752 ft
-1,752 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The walk offers beautiful views of the Verdon’s pre-Alpine mountains and features interesting contrasts in vegetation between the sun-facing and north-facing slopes of Barbin.
Bastidon Trail
10.06 mi
+3,169 ft
-3,143 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This trail contrasts the scorching heath of the Verdon with the cool, shady forest on the north-facing slopes of Barbin; you will walk through a wild and magnificent landscape.
The Laval farm
4.30 mi
+709 ft
-709 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lambruisse (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
On 6 April 1944, the Maquis de la Ferme Laval was defeated after around twenty resistance fighters battled Nazi soldiers and militiamen for over six hours. This easy walk from Lambruisse takes you to the site of this tragedy.
Chemin du Belvédère de la Dent d'Aire
4.73 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,175 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This route offers remarkable views of the village of La Palud and the surrounding mountains, as well as the Grand Canyon. It is the only trail that provides access to the highest viewpoint above the Gorges du Verdon.
Puy de Rent
10.25 mi
+3,301 ft
-3,274 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Allons (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent hike with no great technical difficulty, apart from the 1,000 m elevation gain and a distance of over 17 km. The ascent is gradual through a magnificent larch forest. At the summit, a 360° panorama awaits you. Breathtaking views at an altitude of nearly 2,000 metres over the Mercantour: the Grand Coyer, the Mole, the Pic de Chamatte, the Cheval Blanc, the Montagne de Cordeil and the Estrop in the distance, to name the most important. In spring, the flora is in full bloom.
Very surprising viewpoints from the Col de l'Âne and Col de Plein Voir passes
6.52 mi
+2,690 ft
-2,677 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent, varied and challenging circular offering superb views of the Gorges du Verdon, the Pont du Galetas and Lac de Sainte-Croix, accompanied by vultures, which are very present in the cliffs.
See practical information regarding difficulties and vertiginous passages.
Plein Voir viewpoint
6.12 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,484 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike leads to a stunning viewpoint over the Lac de Sainte-Croix and the Verdon Gorges.
Tour of Feston and its ridge via the Charbonnières trails
7.45 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,296 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Digne-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This modified hike takes you around the entire Feston and its ridge, with some off-trail sections. It allows you to discover the magnificent panorama offered by the entire Barre des Dourbes. The lunch break in front of such a sumptuous panorama is just begging to be extended. An alternative shuttle service allows you to make a detour to the ruins of the Château de la Reine Jeanne and the Chapelle Saint-Pons.
GPS and/or map reading skills are highly recommended.
Towards Cousson from Entrages
7.23 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,411 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Entrages (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A pleasant hike. Departure from the pretty village of Entrages. The chapel on its spur is a must-see. At the summit of Cousson, there is a beautiful 360° panorama.
Secondary summit of Cousson via Entrages
5.14 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,827 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Entrages (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Although not very high, the Cousson dominates the region because it is an isolated peak. This gentle walk will take you to the original St-Michel Chapel on its perch, then to the southern summit with its stunning view.
This walk offers excellent value for money in terms of the view/difficulty of the climb! Ideal for families.
Allow 3 to 3½ hours for the walk, no more. There are no surprises.
The Grand Margès round trip
5.16 mi
+2,448 ft
-2,428 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aiguines (Var)
The climb up the Grand Margès is challenging. The round trip means you don't need two vehicles. At the summit, the panoramic view of the Lac de Sainte-Croix, the Issioule ridges, the Verdon Gorge and even the Alps is magnificent.
