Tour des Trincades

This is a circular hike on stony tracks and rocky paths, off the marked trails. If you enjoy solitude, this hike is for you! Be sure to bring plenty to drink, as there is no possibility of replenishing your water supply along the way.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 9.96 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 45 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 303 m
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    Descent: - 296 m

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    Highest point: 320 m
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    Lowest point: 74 m

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Description of the walk

Park in the small dirt car park along the D78.

(S/E) Cross the D78 carefully and take the track opposite the car park. Continue to the first junction.

(1) Turn left onto the track climbing up the hillside via Les Trincades.

(2) Turn right onto a slight incline and reach a T-junction.

(3) Turn left and follow a stream.

(4) Continue straight ahead until you reach a crossroads.

(5) Turn left and continue straight ahead until you reach the lake that occupies the former Mas Rouge quarry.

(6) Retrace your steps to the previous junction.

(5) Turn left and continue to the next crossroads.

(7) Turn right and continue to a fork in the road.

(8) Head right and cross the clearing planted with olive trees: the path is faint, even invisible. Then begin the ascent on a narrower, steeper path under the vegetation. Keep going in the same direction, ignoring the paths on the right. When you reach a flat area, leave the path a few dozen metres to the left to reach a small rock at the top of a cliff: enjoy the view.

(9) Retrace your steps and then rejoin the route by turning left. You will soon come to a track.

(10) Turn right and head south downhill towards the car park. You will come to a junction with another track.

(11) Turn right and rejoin the first fork you passed on the way up.

(1) Continue straight ahead, cross the D78 carefully and return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 74 m - Car park
  2. 1 : km 0.56 - alt. 117 m - Crossing the circular
  3. 2 : km 2.58 - alt. 127 m - Turn right at the fork.
  4. 3 : km 2.84 - alt. 97 m - T-junction
  5. 4 : km 3.3 - alt. 108 m - Intersection, straight ahead
  6. 5 : km 3.62 - alt. 122 m - Crossroads
  7. 6 : km 3.92 - alt. 103 m - Lake, former quarry
  8. 7 : km 4.33 - alt. 118 m - Crossroads
  9. 8 : km 4.62 - alt. 133 m - Intersection, on the right
  10. 9 : km 6.38 - alt. 320 m - Rock, viewpoint
  11. 10 : km 6.51 - alt. 313 m - Trail junction
  12. 11 : km 8.24 - alt. 221 m - Trail junction
  13. S/E : km 9.96 - alt. 74 m - Car park

Notes

As the hike takes place off the marked trails, it is advisable to use the Visorando app

It is essential to carry enough water with you, especially in the height of summer.

On 17 October 2025, we completed this hike in 3 hours of actual walking time, not including breaks.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 7 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
LIONEL13118
LIONEL13118

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 11, 2026
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Thank you so much for sharing, it was great!

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User 27390299

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 16, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike, the lake is unique, and there are magnificent views from the summit. We did it on a winter day with strong winds, which we would not recommend as we were very cold. Otherwise, it's a hike worth doing.

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christianmarche
christianmarche

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 04, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful route, lovely views and the trip to and from the lake is nice.

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ratonas
ratonas
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

I did it on 28/11/25 and the weather was magnificent. It's a beautiful walk, not difficult and accessible to all. I really enjoyed myself. Avoid doing it in summer as there is no shade.

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Michèle d'istres
Michèle d'istres

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

With a light mistral wind blowing at 30-40 km/h, it was perfect. The sky was clear and the view stretched from the Mediterranean Sea to the Caume plateau, passing through Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence and even Les Opies and Sainte-Victoire. In the heart of the Alpilles, surrounded by limestone rocks and rugged, wild landscapes, hiking was a real treat and a wonderful discovery.
Thank you to the author of this route.

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christine13800
christine13800

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A hike that is well worth discovering for its exceptional and varied panoramic views (views stretching to the sea, Arles, Les Baux, Eygalières, Les Calans, olive groves and vineyards, etc.).
The start and end of the hike are on large stony tracks.
There is a steep climb between points 8 and 9.
Thank you for this lovely 10km walk, perfect for winter.

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Bouchon58
Bouchon58

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very pleasant climb, partly on a trail, to reach the summit. Not very busy. Nice view. Easy descent.

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