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The Rocks of Hungary
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sur les hauteurs de Sisteron
6.76 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,125 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sisteron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short hike that's perfect for exploring Sisteron from all angles! Passing by the cemetery, you'll find a quiet little path that leads to Route de Ribier. Head back towards Sisteron, then take the Sentier du Molard trail and return via the stunning Thor plateau. Walkers with dogs will be delighted.
Sur la crête de la Montagne du Mollard
8.22 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,752 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sisteron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike is for those who:- want to walk 10 km at a good pace. It is a mostly flat trail, good for pacing.
- are afraid of the sun and heat. It is 90% covered by dense vegetation.
- enjoy peace and quiet. The area is much less frequented than the Baume mountain.This mountain is not named on maps. Here you will hike its entire length, along the north side and then along the ridge.
The Ribiers circuit
5.30 mi
+371 ft
-358 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ribiers (Hautes-Alpes)
A peaceful route to explore the charming village of Ribiers, its many orchards and the River Buëch.
The Jouère ridge via the Château de la Mole
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.
Around Mison Castle
3.58 mi
+328 ft
-302 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Mison (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very pleasant, undulating and varied walk, without difficulty and well signposted. You can enjoy beautiful landscapes throughout the route, as well as at the castle.
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.
Pierre Impie and Roc de l'Aigle
4.84 mi
+1,801 ft
-1,798 ft
4 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bevons (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Hiking is not recommended between 15 February and 15 June due to nesting.
A demanding hike, but one that offers splendid views, from the Durance and Buech valleys to the Pic de Bure, the Écrins, the Massif de l’Estrop, the Verdon and Lure.
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.
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.
Summit of Pirivigier - Grand Serre
4.15 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,030 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant walk with no real difficulty, apart from a few steep sections. You’ll enjoy superb views for most of the way. The whole section above Grange Neuve is fairly well signposted.
Circular between Laragne-Montéglin and Upaix
7.01 mi
+722 ft
-735 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laragne-Montéglin (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant circular walk that allows you to visit the beautiful hilltop village of Upaix from Laragne. A fairly shaded route that nevertheless offers some very pretty views.
La Tête de Boursier
6.85 mi
+2,457 ft
-2,484 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Claret (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Hike above Claret, on the border between the Alpes de Provence and the Hautes-Alpes.
Tour of the Méouge in the Baronnies Provençales
46.14 mi
+12,037 ft
-12,129 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
From the magnificent Méouge Gorges to the spectacular Chabre and Saint-Cyr ridges, via the summit of the Chamouse mountain and Provençal villages such as Lachau and Eourres, this walking route around the Méouge allows you to experience the essence of the Baronnies Provençales Regional Nature Park. This little-visited valley alternates between fields of lavender and rocky slopes, Scots pine forests and stunning beech woods, pastoral paths and ridges offering exceptional panoramic views.
From Antonaves to Izon-la-Bruisse via the Méouge Gorges
16.76 mi
+5,105 ft
-3,675 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
The first stage of the Tour de la Méouge gets off to a beautiful start with a complete crossing of the Gorges de la Méouge. It then passes through Barret-sur-Méouge before reaching the Crête de Chabre for a splendid panorama of the Dévoluy, the Écrins and the Ventoux. Then you arrive at the remote hamlet of Izon-la-Bruisse with its spectacular view. It is possible to split the stage in two (recommended in case of high temperatures or bad weather and depending on the level of the participants) by spending the night at the Ferme de l'Ubac, before Barret-sur-Méouge.
The Pic de Saint-Cyr
6.24 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,503 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
The ascent and descent of this peak take place through the forest, whilst the section between the two follows a stunning ridge route.Note: following reports from several hikers, it is preferable on the return journey to follow the yellow markings indicating the direction of Antonaves.
Circular walk between Laragne-Montéglin and Arzeliers
7.70 mi
+978 ft
-955 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Laragne-Montéglin (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant circular route that takes you to Arzeliers Castle from Laragne. A fairly shaded route which nevertheless offers some very pretty views.
Along the Méouge Gorges with a return via Pierre Grosse
6.50 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,116 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
Immerse yourself in the refreshing atmosphere of the Méouge Gorges and the forest that covers its southern slopes.Starting from the Roman bridge, this route follows the course of the river via theGRP®® Sud de Buëch-Méouge (Baronnies Provençales Regional Park), then climbs into the woods of Pierre Grosse to overlook the gorges, offering several viewpoints.
Note that some people prefer to do it in the opposite direction so they can finish by cooling off in the Méouge!
Balconies of Arzeliers
5.58 mi
+827 ft
-814 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lazer (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely walk, offering great variety in terms of scenery and the paths taken, where you are regularly treated to lovely views of the Saint-Genis mountain, the Lure mountain, Lake Lazer with the Ubaye in the background, or the Écrins.
The Méouge Gorges
7.43 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,932 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
Hiking through gorges is always a pleasure, and in the Méouge Gorges, it is a real delight.
Ridge line of the Bérards ravines
2.19 mi
+541 ft
-545 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Lazer (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant short hike, with the second part along the ridges above the ravines making for an enjoyable route.
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.
Sumiou Mountain and Lure Ridge
19.31 mi
+5,837 ft
-5,807 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valbelle (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Circular ridge walk in the Jabron valley on the Montagne de Sumiou and on the eastern side of the Montagne de Lure.
Pass through the small rock-cut chapel of Saint-Pons on the cliff face.
Magnificent views on a clear day of the Écrins, the Dévoluy (Bure plateau), the Vercors and the Diois.
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.
Le Vieux Noyers and the Saint-Claude Chapel
5.42 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,493 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Noyers-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover Le Vieux Noyers, home to the remains of a 13th-century castle, the ruins of the old village and the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethléem et Sainte-Euphémie. A round trip to the Saint-Claude Chapel allows you to pass through other ruins and hamlets that were once attached to the village, and to enjoy a panoramic view of the site and the surrounding peaks.
The Pic de Crigne and Crêtes de la Selle route
5.90 mi
+2,402 ft
-2,405 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Monêtier-Allemont (Hautes-Alpes)
Magnificent viewpoint above the Val de Durance with a 360° view from the summit.
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.
Cairn 2000 by Ubac de Lure
7.61 mi
+2,415 ft
-2,444 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Valbelle (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This short circular walk takes you to Cairn 2000 after crossing
a little-used part of the Lure ridge. The climb, which is well shaded, is on the north-facing side, making it more pleasant in summer.
Circular around the Perusse chapel.
7.37 mi
+2,001 ft
-1,975 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thoard (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely walk in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence with a stop at the Saint-Joseph Chapel and beautiful views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.
The Cairn 2000 via the Lure ridges
6.44 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,411 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This is a short hike along the ridge of Lure Mountain, with guaranteed 360° panoramic views, to Cairn 2000, which commemorates the transition tothe third millennium.
Even though this is a round trip, the advantage of a ridge is that the landscape is completely different on each side
The ridges of the Lure mountain
8.35 mi
+2,152 ft
-2,182 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The hike quickly reaches a superb viewpoint offering a clear view of the mountains of south-eastern France:- Sainte-Baume and Sainte-Victoire (Bouches-du-Rhône)- Le Lubéron or Mont Ventoux (Vaucluse)- Le Verdon (Var/Alpes de Haute Provence)- Les Trois Becs (Drôme)- Le Dévoluy or Les Écrins (Hautes Alpes)- Mont Aiguille and Grand Veymont (Isère).Then we set off to explore the resort's old ski lifts, finally returning via the old coal mines.