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Valavoire walks
The Jouère ridge via the Château de la Mole
Visorando Member
7.01 mi
+2,431 ft
-2,431 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Valavoire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Starting from the pretty village of Valavoire, enjoy a walk along the ridge with superb 360° views and a visit to the curious site of the Château de la Mole.
The Sagnières Aqueduct
3.64 mi
+814 ft
-787 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Clamensane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy, shaded and varied hike that follows a small stream to an old aqueduct hidden in the vegetation. The circular hike offers beautiful views of the valley and the surrounding peaks.
The Crêtes de Vanson
Association / Club / Walk leader6.27 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,066 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike near Saint-Geniez. With beautiful views along the ridges.
Mourre de Gâche
4.90 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,204 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This impressive rocky ridge is visible from Sisteron and the surrounding area. If you dream of climbing it, here is one of the possible routes. It's a fairly easy hike but offers exceptional views of the mountains, the Sasse valley and the Durance river.
Two days in Les Monges
13.21 mi
+3,435 ft
-3,432 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Authon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short but exciting stay in the Montagne des Monges. This mountain separates the valleys of Sisteron (Durance) and Digne (Bléone).
Authon - Clapouse pastures
6.73 mi
+2,559 ft
-623 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Authon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
First stage of a two-day circuit in the Montagne des Monges.
Les Monges and Coste Belle from Authon
8.96 mi
+3,136 ft
-3,136 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Authon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike that will take you to the easy summit of Les Monges, a magnificent viewpoint with a 360° view.
The Dromont tour
7.23 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Hike in the Vanson national forest, with a view of the hills.
The Rocks of Hungary
6.53 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,594 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Valernes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent to the Rochers de Hongrie via the forest track.
Crossing Jalinier and Barrican via the ridges
8.63 mi
+3,360 ft
-3,353 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Motte-du-Caire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike has two contrasting sections: the start and the end take place on trails and pastoral tracks, which lend themselves to daydreaming. Crossing the ridges becomes technical (without major difficulties) as you approach the summit of Jalinier, with no real path but a passage open in the vegetation and the rocky ridge of the summit. With an unexpected exit to pass the summit bastion.
See practical information regarding the final section of the Jalinier summit.
Les Monges
9.95 mi
+2,474 ft
-2,461 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bayons (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A mountain walk through the forest with beautiful autumn colours. Stunning views from the top of Les Monges.
Crête de Géruen
9.30 mi
+2,247 ft
-2,241 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Castellard-Melan (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The view from the summit is spectacular, with a 360° panorama where only the Monges mountains hide the Oisans. You can see south all the way to the Basse-Provence, passing by the Lure mountain, Mont Ventoux, Dévoluy with the Pic de Bure, the Blanche valley near Digne, and more.
Contrast between the Mediterranean climb facing south and the colder ridge.
Les Chanderettes
7.19 mi
+2,500 ft
-2,520 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Caire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Very pretty summit with a 360° view. From Mont Ventoux to the Écrins and from Dévoluy to the Monges massif.
The route is varied, with very little tarmac, forest tracks and trails.
The climb is very pleasant among the oak and box trees.
Summit of Corbeau from Mélan
7.62 mi
+1,667 ft
-1,667 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Castellard-Melan (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A circular route starting from the hamlet of Mélan takes you to the Sommet du Corbeau, where you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Durance valley and the Massif des Monges.
The route alternates between wide tracks, open landscapes and forest passages.
It is not difficult.
Tour of the Roche des Brigands from Auribeau
6.40 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hautes-Duyes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely, fairly easy walk in the Hautes Duyes.
Trou de l'Argent cave - Montagne de la Baume
5.30 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,188 ft
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from Sisteron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike takes you to the top of La Baume. Magnificent views of Sisteron, the surrounding valleys and the Alps. You then cross to the other side of the mountain, revealing yet another landscape. But first, you will need to pass through the Grotte du Trou de l'Argent, which adds a touch of adventure to the route. During your journey, you will also use handrails, small ladders and cross a balcony.
