Serres - Praboyer Lodge

You can reach Serres by train or car. Park in the large car park on the banks of the Buëch.

(S) From the centre of Serres, follow the signs for Col de Saumane. Climb up to the heights of the town through the charming medieval streets, following the red and white markings of the GR® 946. Once you leave Serres, between the forest and the rocks, the splendid path overlooks the town and the Buëch Valley. Reach Col de Saumane.

(1) Continue on the GR® 946 towards Serre de la Bouisse until you reach Rocher de Jardanne.

(2) Leave the GR® and follow the yellow PR® markings on the right, which will take you along the ridge to Serre de la Bouisse. Stay alert on the^first part, as the markings are sometimes discreet. The path along the ridge is fabulous, offering views of the various passes and ridges you will be crossing over the next few days on the Tour des Baronnies. Between the peaks of the Southern Alps and Mont Ventoux, the 360-degree panorama stretches as far as the eye can see. You will come out at Champlat.

(3) Leave the ridge and turn right into a beautiful forest and countryside setting. Arrive at the Col d'Anon and its rest area, where you will rejoin the GR®94.

(4) Follow the GR®94 trail, marked in white and red, to the left towards Montmorin. Descend gradually along a fabulous balcony path beneath the Montagne de l'Aup. Reach the Col des Praux and the GR®91 trail.

(5) Now follow the GR® 91 opposite to reach the Praboyer lodge, today's stop. (E)

Hiking in the Baronnies Provençales Regional Nature Park is best undertaken in April-May-June and September-October. In summer, it can be very hot in the Baronnies Provençales, and in winter, some paths may be impassable or snow-covered.
Note: set off with a good supply of water as most fountains are not monitored and some may have a very low flow rate in all seasons.

(E) Praboyer Lodge