Tour of Pic Saint-Loup from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers

Date of your route : Apr 08, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk with stunning views, particularly on the climb up to the ridge between points 4 and 5, which is, however, very challenging and rather poorly signposted (yellow markers). Those prone to vertigo should avoid the final section, which runs right along the edge of the cliff.

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Date of your route : Mar 30, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk with breathtaking views as you begin the climb up to the ridge. Only to be attempted in fine, dry weather. This section is tricky as you’re navigating between boulders and, in places, you need to find handholds to get through safely. I followed the yellow markings from point 4; it’s important not to stray from them and to proceed with caution.
The same route in the opposite direction is even more challenging as the yellow markings are difficult to follow.
When you reach the top of the ridge, some sections are vertiginous and should be avoided in strong winds. The rest of the route is much easier and more pleasant; the return via the north side is mostly through woodland, but without any significant difficulty. Allow around 5 hours in total, excluding stops, for the 14km.

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Date of your route : Mar 25, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike.
The section between points 4 and 5 is more than ‘quite tricky’, as indicated. You have to scramble over large rocks at the edge of the cliff. The route is clearly marked.
The descent from the peak via the GR (point 5 to 7) is more well-trodden, but still manageable at this time of year (early spring).
Once you leave the GR, the rest of the walk is less frequented and very pleasant.
Well worth doing just to say “We’ve done it”.

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Date of your route : Oct 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hello, I shortened this tour of Pic Saint Loup (point 5) and the castle, which was marked as off-limits (points 14/15), given my late start at 11 a.m.
Not too crowded except for the traditional climb (points 6/7) where, unfortunately, silence is no longer the norm 😟
It's quite easy to miss the path when changing slopes after the tarmac road at point 8. Magnificent views all the way to the sea, even without climbing to the summit.
As a result, I only covered a little over 13km instead of the planned 15km, but it took me 3 hours 40 minutes instead of the announced 6 hours 40 minutes
Without a picnic break and walking quickly on the "rolling" paths

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

Beautiful hike. The description is very useful because the trails are not marked outside the GR on the south side of the Pic. The paths are starting to become overgrown. It's a shame because it's a challenging hike. I recommend starting at the Château de Montferrand, which is more enjoyable at the beginning of the hike.

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Date of your route : Feb 02, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

hike completed on 31 January 2025 in bright sunshine. I disagree with the previous comment as the ridge trail is extremely well marked. There are yellow markers approximately every 10 metres.

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Date of your route : Dec 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Great hike, but beware, not suitable for groups! Don't take too much gear with you, as there are some exposed sections where you'll need to use your hands, bend down under bushes and squeeze between rocks.
Avoid going when it's windy: it's not very safe on the ridges
Take care to follow the well-marked points along the route as you climb up the ridges.

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Date of your route : May 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

MAGNIFICENT hike
It is challenging (from point 4 to 5: 1 km), with a lot of climbing, but it is definitely worth it for the UNBEATABLE VIEW!
However, from point 5 to point 8, it is very busy because there is access to the peak from a car park below.
The end of the route is quieter and more relaxing

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Date of your route : Feb 17, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A really great hike! Be careful if you're afraid of heights...
There are some sections very close to the cliff, which guarantees breathtaking views!
If you're a thrill seeker and love beautiful views, I recommend taking a different route on the way back.
Passing along the ridges, just before returning to point 3, you'll have a magnificent view all the way to Montferrand Castle.
Be careful, this detour adds between one and two hours of walking. There is no path as such, you have to scramble along the whole way and sometimes very close to the edge... This route can be dangerous, especially as it is at the end of the hike... be careful.

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Date of your route : Feb 26, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

It is preferable to start on the first section with 15 and 14 to reach point 2, as the route seems a little difficult going downhill, especially if it has rained just before. A beautiful hike with a superb view at the end!

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Date of your route : Nov 27, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Great! If anyone finds my Lacoste cap on the ridge, I'd love to have it back!
It's a bit dangerous near the ridge, but otherwise it's an incredible route that I highly recommend. If you hurry, you can get to the castle in time for sunset. I even got to sleep there alone, which was an incredible experience!
I also wondered if there were any wolves because I was disturbed at night by animals and didn't know what they were! A must-do!

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Date of your route : Oct 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Problem at number 4, impossible to pass
Along the ledge, there is barbed wire along the route. I tried to climb down lower without success. In addition, the terrain is very dangerous, it is easy to slip and there is a lot of vegetation. It is better to continue on the GR and make a return trip to the peak.

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Date of your route : Sep 03, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A fairly challenging hike for a return to activity. Bring two bottles of water during this period. Hiking boots are essential.
The ridge crossing is too dangerous. There are no marked trails or any other aids in the dangerous sections. This is not a Sunday hike, or even a hike at all.
There are people on the traditional climb, of course, but no one else on the rest of the route.
The descent from the castle on the way back is quite steep and the route is unclear. If you are too tired or in a group (rock falls), it is better to retrace your steps along the main path.
Otherwise, there's always an exceptional view from the peak. The opposite slope offers other interesting viewpoints. A classic to do again and again.

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Date of your route : Sep 03, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A fairly challenging hike for a return to activity. Bring two bottles of water during this period. Hiking boots are essential.
The ridge crossing is too dangerous. There are no marked trails or other aids in this perilous landscape. This is not a Sunday hike, or even a hike at all. Best to avoid.
The descent from the castle on the way back is quite steep and the route is unclear. If you are too tired or in a group (rock falls), it is better to retrace your steps along the main path.
Otherwise, there's always an exceptional view from the peak. The opposite slope offers other interesting viewpoints. A classic hike to do again and again.

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Date of your route : Jul 05, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

This is a challenging hike with a very technical climb that requires the use of your hands on several occasions. The trail is difficult to follow as there is no real path, which sometimes forces you to retrace your steps or risk falling into the void.
However, this path offers superb views of the Hortus and the valley.
The rest of the trail is easier, except for the final descent, which is also difficult because it is very rocky.

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