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Thorame-Basse walks
Cheval Blanc summit
Visorando Member
11.22 mi
+3,986 ft
-3,960 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Thorame-Basse (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely walk to a magnificent, barren peak rising to an altitude of nearly 2,350 metres. The climb remains challenging due to the elevation gain, but the view on arrival is truly extraordinary, with a 360° panorama. The mountain is also known as the ‘cursed mountain’ due to the two plane crashes that occurred on 27 and 30 January 1948 (see information below).
Circular Boules and Chalufy Huts Loop
9.14 mi
+3,104 ft
-3,084 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Thorame-Basse (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
What a surprise to come across this cave-like hut nestled in a small valley – it makes you want to see more! And so it continues throughout this walk, taking in mountain passes, mountain pastures and the charming village of La Valette, typical of these low-lying Alpine valleys.
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.
Ondres
4.52 mi
+906 ft
-902 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Thorame-Haute (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent to and visit to Ondres, a small picturesque village belonging to Thorame-Haute.
The Gorges de St-Pierre and the Tour de la Femme Couchée
10.97 mi
+4,285 ft
-4,285 ft
8h 45
Difficult
Departure from Beauvezer (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Very varied landscapes between canyons, forests and ridges.
The summit of La Sapée
8.44 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,661 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Tartonne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the amazing summit of La Sapée from the Asse and Clumanc valleys. A fairly challenging round-trip hike, given the elevation gain, mostly in forest. Superb views of the valley.
The Salt Well of Tartonne
4.05 mi
+610 ft
-607 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Tartonne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This easy hike will take you to the remarkable church of Tartonne, the unusual Puits Salé (salt well) and its protective dyke, and some of the hamlets of Tartonne. Superb views of the Asse and Clumanc valleys.
Sapée Loop
8.82 mi
+2,556 ft
-2,582 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Tartonne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A superb, slightly challenging hike from the Lodge des Robines to the summit of La Sapée (1,701 m). Pass by the magnificent Notre-Dame d'Entraigues church and near the Tartonne salt well. Superb views of the Asse Valley. Dense coniferous forest on the way up and deciduous forest on the way down.The Visorando app is highly recommended.
The foresters’ cottages at Le Pasquier at the start of the trail from Peyresq
10.44 mi
+2,684 ft
-2,690 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thorame-Haute (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Located between the Mercantour National Park and the Verdon Nature Park.
A route of moderate difficulty; on the return leg to Plan de Rieu, you can retrace your steps to Peyresq via the path taken on the way out, which offers a more comfortable hike.
Three Crosses Loop in Villars-Colmars
3.64 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,325 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Villars-Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Loop starting from Villars-Colmars, taking part of the Tour du Haut-Verdon. Possible difficulties during the climb: the gradient is a little steep for beginners and there are a few sections on slate rubble.
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.
Panoramic loop of Chasse
4.27 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,093 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Villars-Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Trail on the left bank of a bubbling stream, very pretty panorama of the pretty hamlet of Chasse and Villars-Colmars. From the hamlet of Chasse, the route crosses the stream, then loops around the slope of the Gardette mountain.
The peaks of Couard and Cucuyon via Pas d'Archail
7.93 mi
+3,684 ft
-3,661 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Archail (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Hike in the northern part of the Coupe mountain, east of Digne-les-Bains, between the Bléone and Issole valleys. After a beautiful climb through the forest, you will reach two peaks approaching 2,000 metres, offering superb panoramic views. The hike starts in Archail, a small village 13 km from Digne-les-Bains, which can be reached by a road, already magnificent, that runs alongside the Bouinenc torrent.
La Cériège refuge from La Douane
4.03 mi
+1,079 ft
-1,079 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Javie (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A shaded hike along a mountain path forming part of the transhumance routes (“La Routo”), in a valley that has returned to its wild state between La Javie and Saint-Pierre de Beaujeu. A walk through varied wooded areas where you’ll encounter fascinating wildlife (in spring: orchids including the bee orchid), a visit to a hamlet, now uninhabited, with a basic but always open refuge.
The Black Earth of Draix
5.12 mi
+1,040 ft
-1,043 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Draix (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy loop that starts on a very small, quiet paved road in a wild valley. It then follows a series of paths and trails, ending with a short stretch on a very small road. There are points of interest along the route, with magnificent views of the peaks.
Pic de Couard via Archail
8.35 mi
+3,471 ft
-3,455 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Archail (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very beautiful hike above Archail. Superb views throughout the walk and at the summit. A very pleasant setting.
Couard and Cucuyon peaks and Col de la Cine
13.59 mi
+5,486 ft
-5,479 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Archail (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Variation (extension) of the route leading to the peaks of Couard and Cucuyon, but allowing you to walk along a magnificent ridge line and make a circular route. Many thanks to the hiker I met on the descent from the summit of Couard who made this brilliant suggestion.
Circular of the Adroit Canal in Colmars-les-Alpes
2.55 mi
+489 ft
-495 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the Adroit Canal in Colmars-les-Alpes. This pleasant walk follows the route of the old Adroit Canal on the slopes of the Gardette mountain. You will enjoy superb views of the valley, the town and the fortifications of Colmars.
Throughout the route, information panels offer drawing activities with useful tips and, as a bonus, lots of details about the fauna, flora and history of this canal.
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 Lignin Lakes circular tour
11.21 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,320 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A superb circular walk offering views of a charming little valley, then, after a short but steep climb, the plateau home to the Lignin Lakes. View the lakes and descend via a very beautiful path that crosses the plateau and passes close to La Lance, where you can see some superb pools and waterfalls. Return to the starting point. No particular difficulties apart from the length of the route, provided there is no snow on the ground.
Towards the Lignin Lakes
11.05 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,664 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike starting at the Pont de la Serre by the Lance pools and leading to the Lignin Lakes through woods and alpine pastures.
The Chastelas viewpoint, starting from Saint-Pierre de Beaujeu
6.53 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,801 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Beaujeu (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Le Chastelas is a curious karst collapse on a flattened summit. But it is also the destination of a lovely, shaded and panoramic hike, as the view from the summit is magnificent. Return via the Galèbre valley.
Chaumie waterfall
2.06 mi
+942 ft
-928 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short hike to a waterfall that is well worth the effort.
From Allos to Colmars via the Autapie ridge
7.35 mi
+659 ft
-4,324 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike starting from the Gros Tapi chairlift terminus. A ridge walk offering constantly stunning and unforgettable panoramic views of the Haut Verdon mountain ranges. An easy route with a final descent to Colmars through the forest on signposted paths. Best undertaken in summer whilst the chairlifts are operating.
Annot, land of chestnut trees and sandstone
8.54 mi
+2,457 ft
-2,477 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Annot (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very distinctive and unique forest.Rock formations that defy the laws of balance, dizzying cliffs and centuries-old chestnut trees. A hike that is a feast for the eyes.
Two-day circular to Mont Pelat and Le Cimet
23.72 mi
+7,982 ft
-7,989 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent, challenging and breathtaking two-day circular route in the heart of the Mercantour National Park, starting from the village of Allos. The route passes by Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich, and the Bois de Vacheresse. You will set out to climb two peaks over 3,000 metres high: Mont Pelat (3,051 metres) and Le Cimet (3,020 metres), from which you will enjoy 360° panoramic views of the national park.
Allos - Mont Pelat
10.09 mi
+5,577 ft
-328 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The first part of this two-day circular is challenging and breathtaking, taking you through the heart of Mercantour National Park from the village of Allos, via Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich and Les Bois de Vacheresse.
The Combe Renard circular route starting from Annot
2.67 mi
+922 ft
-912 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Annot (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Follow the paths of La Colle Basse d’Annot to reach the Combe Renard Spring.
An easy hike featuring a steep climb at the start, followed by a flat forest path before beginning the descent.
(!) In winter, this section is very shaded and patches of ice may be present.
Vérimande - Colle Basse d'Annot
8.00 mi
+2,316 ft
-2,257 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Annot (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the trails of the Colle Basse d'Annot on this route, which offers stunning views of the Baou and the Grès d'Annot. After a rewarding climb, you’ll follow the Vaïre at the end of the walk, with the chance to take a refreshing dip.
The Annot Sandstone
3.58 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,378 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Annot (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very pretty, magical and interactive hike under oak trees, hundred-year-old chestnut trees and among huge sandstone boulders.
Most of the walk is in the cool forest.
The Grès d'Annot are world famous and are a listed and protected site.
The Baou d'Annot
2.68 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,007 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Annot (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short and lovely walk with a magical view of the village, oak and chestnut trees amidst sandstone boulders. Much of the route is through the cool forest.
The Old Postman’s Trail in Val d’Allos-le-Village
Tourist office
7.56 mi
+1,923 ft
-1,923 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lush, wooded route passing through varied landscapes; pleasant with beautiful scenery, quiet and shaded, suitable for all seasons – on snowshoes in winter, on foot or by mountain bike the rest of the year.It allows you to follow the route taken by a postman until 1950, when the mountains were more densely populated, postmen used to visit every house, and there were no tracks, and to discover three magnificent sites of historic mountain settlements: the Brec d’Allos, the Bois de Vacheresse and the Ancienne Ferme des Bois, and finally the hamlet of Bouchier.
Towards Les Brecs d'Allos
5.07 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,421 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Explore the Piste de Vacheresse and the Plateau du Brec starting from Allos. Return to La Cluite via theGR®56along the Chadoulin
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