Vins-sur-Caramy walks

A walk on the eastern heights of Vins-sur-Caramy, pleasant in summer as it is often shaded by trees. It also allows you to visit the Grotte des Résistants, a key location for the local resistance during theSecond World War.

A family walk around the Old Castle of Vins-sur-Caramy.

A lovely, challenging hike along forest tracks with beautiful views from the ridges.

From the lake, the forest track and then steep steps lead us to the Rocher de Brauch, whose ridge overlooks the expanse of water of Lake Sainte-Suzanne, commonly known as Lake Carcès. This panorama offers a peaceful setting in the heart of Provence Verte. A long forest path and then a trail take us back to the lake shore. The Visorando app may be useful on one section.

This is an ideal short route to aid digestion and discover the diversity of the Montfort-sur-Argens area: vineyards, olive trees, terraces, huts, heath and forest, stone paths and red earth tracks. I love the diversity of this route, not to mention the views of the village, the Petit and Gros Bessillon hills. The start and finish of the route allow you to explore the picturesque streets of the old village. No particular difficulty.

Tour of Carcès via the lake, passing by the Notre-Dame de Caramy chapel, the waterfalls, the lake, the heights of Brauch and back through the village. Route modified. Moderator's addition on 14/06/2021: Please note! Crossing the village of Lac is prohibited (private property). See alternative in the description (and notice dated 14/06/2021)

This cycle route will take you on a journey through the green heart of Provence, past its lakes and castles. It will guide you through the Provençal countryside, taking in charming traditional villages, lakes, vineyards and olive groves, along quiet roads and paths suitable for hybrid bikes. You’ll be free to stop off, for as long as you like, at your own pace, in the small villages to explore them.

A lovely little walk along a path that runs alongside a small canal and leads to the magnificent Caramy Waterfalls.

This hike will visit the village of Carcés, Carcés Lake and the splendid Caramy Falls. Best in the spring when the water flow is stronger. You also will take a part of the path of Saint Jacques de Compostela.

A lovely little family hike that takes you to Notre-Dame de Paracol. Beautiful views of all the surrounding hills.

This route offers views of most of the peaks of Provence with the Alps in the background.

Starting from Le Val, this circular route north of the village passes by the Saint-Cyriaque Chapel and then takes a detour to the magnificent 360° viewpoint from the Notre-Dame de Paracol Chapel. The return journey is via the Vallon des Flammes valley and then the vineyards.

Easy hike to Lac de Carnier. Moderator’s note: route amended on 23/06/23 – starting point is now the Source des Treize Rais rather than the Le Val equestrian centre.

Hike starting from the charming village of Cabasse, near Carcès, where you can discover several historical sites.

A circular route starting from the Cabasse village hall via Les Vanaux, with a viewpoint at the antennas overlooking the village and a glimpse of Lake Sainte Suzanne, whilst following the Toulon water supply canal for 800 m.

A walk suitable for children but not for pushchairs. It can be educational thanks to the information boards along the route.

A pleasant walk even in summer as it is mostly through woodland. The ridge path offers beautiful views both north and south.

A short walk in Correns to discover its canal, the inclined plane on the right bank of the Argens, its apié and its lime kiln. It bears witness to the traces left by our ancestors with the practice of trades that have now disappeared.

A beautiful hike with a fairly significant elevation gain in some places.

A walk combining town and countryside with a visit to old Brignoles, a stroll through the vineyards, then a walk through Camps-la-Source, a pretty little Provençal village, the climb to the Chapelle Saint-Sébastien and, above all, the lovely view from the Rocher du Gueit.

In the heart of the Vallon Sourn, where the Argens river winds its way, this short circular walk will take you through the Défens forest near Les Bessillon, via the Vallon des Baumes and the Val Obscur. At the end of the walk, a refreshing dip in the Argens will do you good.

A pleasant and informative walk around a medieval site and its surroundings. The route is dotted with information boards about the flora and history of the site. It is mostly shaded, which is a bonus in summer; it presents no particular difficulty and is suitable for children.

This route takes you from the Cistercian Abbey of Thoronet to Lac de Carcès via trails through a typical Var forest with holm oaks, kermes oaks and rosemary. Along the way, you can see the red bauxite soil and enjoy views overlooking Lac de Carcès and the vineyards. There is an alternative route down to the lake where you can take a break at the open-air café.

A pleasant hike with little elevation gain, suitable for children. The woods offer plenty of good spots for picnics.

A circular starting from Thoronet Abbey, allowing you to visit it. Through vineyards, forests and pretty, peaceful hamlets on tracks, paths and small country roads.

The medieval village of Cotignac is one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France" and was voted "France's Favourite Village" in 2022. The impressive Tuf Rock and its troglodyte dwellings, the Chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Grâces, the old 16th and 17th century houses lining the narrow streets, the Cours Gambetta with its beautiful façades and plane trees, the 17th century Church of Notre Dame de l'Annonciation, the Grand-Rue, the Town Hall Square, the 17 fountains and the two 14th-century towers are the main attractions in Cotignac. The route crosses the Cours Gambetta, climbs up to the Chapel of Notre-Dame des Grâces, continues along the Chemin de Notre Dame, descends towards the village through the Les Verdares and Le Derroc districts, then passes through the Ville-Haute and the Rocher cliff.

The walk to the Saint-Quinis Chapel offers exceptional views of the Issole Valley from the ridge.

Circular starting from the tourist station at Sainte-Anastasie-sur-Issole. A few tarmac paths, but a beautiful hike nonetheless. This hike is not difficult.

The village of Entrecasteaux developed around a beautiful medieval castle in the Bresque Valley. The hike begins in front of the beautiful garden attributed to Le Nôtre at the foot of the medieval castle. After reaching the top of the village, it follows beautiful tracks and paths towards Saint-Antonin-sur-Var. It then climbs towards the ridge north of Entrecasteaux to reach the Défens de Valpaironne viewpoint.

A short, invigorating hike that first climbs the Vallon de Cavaillon through the forest to the foot of the Amarron, then joins the Bois de Garéoult for a pleasant descent through oak undergrowth. Can be completed as a circular hike in two hours at a good pace.

A fairly challenging hike to a little-visited summit with splendid views of the coast, the Maures, Sainte Baume, Sainte Victoire and the Verdon.

An easy walk in the Garéoult Communal Woods. The route alternates between paths through oak woods and stony tracks. The woods provide food for goats, which graze on the bushes and low oak foliage. Their milk is made into cheese at the Bergerie du Défens.