The Lower Verdon Gorges
Departure from Quinson (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Wonderful hike through the Lower Verdon Gorges, starting in Quinson.
The lower Verdon Gorges in Artignosc
Departure from Artignosc-sur-Verdon (Var)
A pretty walk off the beaten path. The views are breathtaking in diverse landscapes, all from the beautiful little hilltop village of Artignosc-sur-Verdon.
La Colle loop (Autour de la Colle), Esparron-de-Verdon
Departure from Esparron-de-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
On this hike you will be rewarded with beautiful views into the village of Esparron-de-Verdon and across to the hills of the Verdon Canyon. Enjoy the flowers, butterflies and olive trees as well as an optional visit to see the village chateau and church.
The Véris trail in Bauduen
Departure from Bauduen (Var)
Very nice course with beautiful views of Lake Sainte-Croix.
The Circuit of Bauduen
Departure from Bauduen (Var)
A very enjoyable loop on the peninsula of Bauduen alongside Lake Sainte Croix.
Above the Aups via The Peirière
Departure from Aups (Var)
A beautiful walk through various landscapes, olive trees, impressive stone walls, a pine forest, caves and cave chapels.
Sillans-la-Cascad waterfall - the Train des Pignes -the Salernes pool
Departure from Sillans-la-Cascade (Var)
The incredible waterfall and the route along the Bresque on the Sillans side.
The route along the Train des Pignes track.
Swimming in the natural pool of Salernes.
The plain and forest of the Montagne de l'Artigues
Departure from Artigues (Var) (Var)
An alternating view of pasture and fresh forests, this pleasant flat walk will lead you past the Notre Dame d'Esparron chapel and its small cemetery classified as an historical monument.
Crossing the tiny village of Artigues is also surprising. You'll particularly enjoy refilling your water bottles at the communal fountain.
The advantage of this charming loop that it's flat and very manageable, there are only one or two small climbs along the route.
Les Cavaliers - The Imbut Trail - Baou Beni - Vidal Trail
Departure from Aiguines (Var)
The Imbut trail is a hike that lets you discover the Verdon in the heart the gorge and the river bed. Extraordinary landscapes await you but this hike is difficult and certain sections on the cliffs (Chemin Vidal) and through rocks (section until the Baou Beni), require a good level of physical fitness. Be careful of vertigo!
The altitude calculated by the software is a little high, it's closer to about 800m.
The SENTIER DE L'IMBUT has been closed since July 2022 by municipal decree. It is still closed as of today 10/26/23 until further notice (risk of landslides/landslides).
If you wish to do so in a few months, inquire in advance with the Aiguines town hall on 04 94 70 21 93
Gaude, the dovecote of Montaigu
Departure from Manosque (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A loop which poses no problems so can be undertaken with children to discover a dovecote which is still in a good state.
Roman roads of Pays du Verdon
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike in Pays du Verdon that takes ancient Roman roads, runs alongside an abandoned village and a chapel sheltered by rocks with magnificent landscapes.
Carcés and Caramy Falls
Departure from Carcès (Var)
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.
Trévans Gorges via the château
Departure from Estoublon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Very beautiful hike to do between April and October.
The Cabanons de Mane
Departure from Mane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
If you like Bories, you'll see them in the distance at the start, then up close, and you can even go inside some of them. On your way back, before you get to the village, you'll walk up a superb calade (cobbled) street, and there's a little detour to see the Château de Mane.
Tourves: Saint-Probace - Caramy Gorges
Departure from Tourves (Var)
A beautiful hike in the hills of Tourves.
A remarkable view over the Saint-Maximin plains and the mountain La Loube.
Wonderful opportunity to discover and tour the Saint-Probace Chapel
Sainte-Victoire: the Pic des Mouches with a return via the Pas du Clapier
Departure from Puyloubier (Bouches-du-Rhône)
An energetic loop in Sainte-Victoire leaving from the Saint-Ser car park. The climb up goes via the east of the Bau de l'Aigle and the descent back down is via the 'Pas du Clapier'.
Montagne de la Loube in La Roquebrussane
Departure from La Roquebrussanne (Var)
A short route that climbs up to the summit of the Loube mountain where you can enjoy a panoramic view over the sea and Alps. A wonderful walk with every step!
Sainte-Victoire la Croix de Provence
Departure from Vauvenargues (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Sainte-Victoire is a highlight of Provence for hikers and climbers.
Before you start, make sure access to the massif is allowed because a regulation is applicable from 1 June to 30 September which and can limit access hours.
Mazaugues – Pivaut ice house
Departure from Mazaugues (Var)
A lovely hike up to Pivaut ice house (1880), which has been beautifully restored.
Sainte-Victoire mountain through the Clapier gap
Departure from Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A loop hike on the south side of Sainte-Victoire Montagne allowing access to the ridge via the Marbrière and the Brèche du Clapier (gap). The walk along the ridge towards the Croix de Provence offers splendid views. Descent via the Priory, the Pas du Berger and the Cézanne Shelter.
Le Cannet - Entraygues
Departure from Le Cannet-des-Maures (Var)
Vieux Cannet des Maures is a village full of character, certainly worthwhile a visit. Entraygues, the cave chapel of Saint Michel and the natural arches of Argens.
Sainte-Victoire : Bau Cezanne - Garagai - Deux Aiguilles de l'Anchois
Departure from Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A physical loop hike along Sainte-Victoire, a climb to Prieuré Sainte-Victoire / Croix de Provence through Bau Cézanne and going back through "le Gouffre de Garagaï" and "les deux Aiguilles".
The Gorges of Oppedette
Departure from Oppedette (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful loop around the Calavon Gorges from the village of Oppedette.
The Barre des Dourbes ridge
Departure from Digne-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Long north-south oriented ridge, the Barre des Dourbes ridge separates the basin of Digne-les-Bains from the Barrême syncline.
Rising in stages over twenty kilometres, culminating Pic de Couar some 1988 m above sea level.
Sainte-Baume
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
Walk on the ridge of Sainte-Baume after visiting the Cave of Mary Magdalene.
Above the Infernets and Coutronne-les Encanaux ravines
Departure from Auriol (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A splendid walk starting from the Encanaux, near Auriol, along the top of the Infernets and then the Coutronne ravines. At times along the cliffside ravines, similar to some sections of the Gorges du Verdon. From Lare Pass (Col de la Lare), you will have a magnificent view of the Sainte-Baume range and the Pic de Bertagne to the south and Sainte-Victoire Mountain, Mont Olympe and Mont Aurélien to the north.
Petit Tuny
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This trail is another way of getting to the Petit Tuny hut. On this trail, you stay off the DFCI tracks as much as possible, by taking non-waymarked paths instead. At the highest point of the route, you will have a wonderful view over Garlaban, the Huveaune Valley and Bertagne Peak.