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Thorame-Haute walks
Ondres
Visorando Member
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 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.
Cheval Blanc summit
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).
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
Pich and Cimet Waterfalls in the Mercantour
12.68 mi
+3,022 ft
-3,022 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Beautiful view of the Cascade du Pich and climb to the Cascade du Cimet via the Torrent de Bouchier and the Maison Forestière du Talon.
Rochecline from Allos
6.33 mi
+3,182 ft
-3,189 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Three-quarters of the route is sheltered by larch trees, ending with a ridge trail. Magnificent view of the valley.
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.
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 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 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.
Estrop refuge
10.34 mi
+3,166 ft
-3,166 ft
7h 30
Moderate
Departure from Prads-Haute-Bléone (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Estrop massif (2 days) where you will discover the source of the Bléone and the Verdon, a few kilometres further on above the Col d'Allos.
See the practical information for accessing the hike to the summit of Estrop.
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.
Mont Pelat
8.14 mi
+3,179 ft
-3,173 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The highest peak in the Haut Verdon Valley in the heart of the Mercantour National Park.
Col and Cirque de l'Encombrette
5.25 mi
+1,368 ft
-1,365 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Explore the Cirque de l'Encombrette and its pass at an altitude of 2,500 metres in the heart of the Mercantour National Park.
Col de l'Encombrette via Lac d'Allos
5.69 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,188 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike, completed in early June, was invigorating. The snow, still very much present, gives way to nature awakening. Flora and fauna are in full swing. These sites are located in the Mercantour National Park. For the benefit of all, please respect the regulations and guidelines posted.
You are in the Mercantour National Park, where there are regulations to be observed, with fines of up to €1,500 for non-compliance. See practical information.
Lake Allos
4.65 mi
+571 ft
-574 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the largest natural high-altitude lake in Europe.
Mont Pelat and Lac d'Allos
8.76 mi
+3,179 ft
-3,202 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
It is renowned as the easiest 3,000-metre peak in the Southern Alps. To the north, it overlooks the glacial site of Lac d'Allos, the largest high-altitude lake in Europe at 2,227 metres: Mont Pelat, in the Mercantour National Park, is the highest point in the Haut Verdon.
The Allos Lakes Trail
7.81 mi
+1,962 ft
-1,975 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike to discover four glacial lakes among chamois, ibex and marmots!
Mont Pelat from the Laus car park
8.44 mi
+3,317 ft
-3,304 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
It is the 3000m peak renowned as the easiest in the Southern Alps. To the north, it overlooks the glacial site of Lac d'Allos, the largest high-altitude lake in Europe at 2,227 metres.
Mont Pelat, in the Mercantour National Park, is the highest point in the Haut Verdon.