Saracen Caves - Ruins of Béconne
Departure from Roche-Saint-Secret-Béconne (26 - Drôme)
The Saracen Caves at the ruins of the old village of Béconne provide a short walk through the woods and fields of lavender and lead you on an enjoyable route among the vestiges of the past and let you indulge your imagination.
The cliffs of Roche Colombe
Departure from Saou (26 - Drôme)
The west summit of Saou forest, which marks the beginning (or end) of this forest.
The peak of Chenavari
Departure from Meysse (07 - Ardèche)
A beautiful hike with a great diversity of the volcanic Coiron landscape. The top of this volcanic peak offers a view over the Castle of Rochemaure and the Rhône Valley, the Lavezon valley, the Baronnies, Mont Ventoux, and the Vercors.
Couspeau mountain: the Grand Delmas
Departure from Bézaudun-sur-Bîne (26 - Drôme)
A circular walk on Couspeau mountain, with the summit of the Grand Delmas offering views over the surrounding mountains, particularly the 3 Becs.
Saint-Médard Chapel
Departure from Piégros-la-Clastre (26 - Drôme)
This chapel is on the ridge of the Forest of Saoû, above the ruins of an old priory. At the top of the climb from La Clastre, hikers have breathtaking views of the hanging valley of Saoû.
The Trois Becs
Departure from La Chaudière (26 - Drôme)
Visit the Trois Becs, the high points of the Forest of Saou.
Correction: the elevation is 750 m instead of the 1071 m described.
Summit of Croix Juliau and the hamlet of Roche in Alba-la-Romaine
Departure from Alba-la-Romaine (07 - Ardèche)
This lovely hike offers magnificent viewpoints over the Montmirail Dentelles, Mont Ventoux, the Baronnies, the Vercors, the Montagne Ardéchoise, the Coiron, the Necks of Sceautres, of Roche Chérie, of Roche, and a 360° panoramic view from the summit of Croix Juliau.
The superb medieval hamlet of Roche is well worth the detour.
The Sainte Baume gorges
Departure from Saint-Montan (07 - Ardèche)
A splendid medieval village, a hermit and his cave, a valley in the limestone hills and the views of the Rhône Valley and Mont Ventoux.
Prepare yourself for a nice, family-friendly hike, which will suit everyone.
The troglodyte village of Barry
Departure from Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux (26 - Drôme)
A family-friendly trail that explores the troglodyte village of Barry, one of the finest and largest in France.
Piégon and the Giants’ hamlet
Departure from Piégon (26 - Drôme)
In the mountains of the Baronnies, imagine a lost hamlet inhabited by giants... Skeletons with very long shins were found in the crypt of the chapel. They are the source of the name of the locality.
La Dent de Rez
Departure from Gras (07 - Ardèche)
The high point of Basse-Ardèche, this promontory (719 m) offers a beautiful panorama of the Cévennes, Mont Lozère, the Alps, the Baronnies, Mont Ventoux and the Ridge of Montmirail.
Villeneuve de Berg - The Forêt des Sens
Departure from Villeneuve-de-Berg (07 - Ardèche)
An easy family walk to the "Forêt des sens" (forest of senses), arboretum and interpretive trail created under the impetus of the municipal children's council. A few welcome benches punctuate this playful and instructive walk for all ages.
Saint-Laurent-sous-Coiron: the learning path
Departure from Saint-Laurent-sous-Coiron (07 - Ardèche)
A route starting at a hilltop village, Saint-Laurent-sous-Coiron, with a wonderful, panoramic 180° view over the Ardèche mountains and plains, from Villeneuve de Berg to the Col de l'Escrinet (the Cham du Cros, Rocher d’Abraham, Montagne Sainte-Marguerite, Mont Lozère). In addition, educational panels depicting the history, geology and life on the Coiron adorn this hike.
Canyon des Gueulards
Departure from Omblèze (26 - Drôme)
A complete change of scene in this superb canyon between two narrow cliffs. An unusual place where a crevasse plunges into nowhere, with a peaceful and shady atmosphere between boulders, lichens and ferns.
Between the forests and vineyards above Mondragon and Mornas
Departure from Mondragon (84 - Vaucluse)
Sometimes in the woods, sometimes in the vineyards, this walk takes you through the countryside of the Rhone Valley and Mont Ventoux.
On the heights of Mondragon
Departure from Mondragon (84 - Vaucluse)
A walk without too many difficulties and numerous headlands along the route.
Aiguèze and the rocks of Castelviel
Departure from Aiguèze (30 - Gard)
The medieval village of Aiguèze is among the most beautiful villages in France. This hike, overlooking the gorges of Ardeche, follows the paths and trails through the heart of the scrubland, olive groves and vineyards.
Around Rocher Saint-Julien
Departure from Buis-les-Baronnies (26 - Drôme)
From Buis-les-Baronnies, walk around the Rocher Saint-Julien enjoying the views of the Baronnies and Mont Ventoux.
An after-dinner walk in the Massif de Crussol
Departure from Saint-Péray (07 - Ardèche)
A ride on the peaks of the Massif de Crussol, 20 minutes from Valencia via the castle.
The Dentelles of Montmirail leaving from Gigondas
Departure from Gigondas (84 - Vaucluse)
A hike for everyone. You will find typical Mediterranean vegetation, protected flora and fauna. Equip yourself with good walking shoes and water. Respect nature and the silence (take your rubbish with you). Making fires, picking flowers and wild camping are strictly prohibited. Only follow the waymarking colours mentioned in the description.
Hike to the Tour des Dentelles de Montmirail
Departure from Gigondas (84 - Vaucluse)
A superb hike around the Dentelles de Montmirail.
This trek will take you through all sides of the Dentelles.
The ridges of the Petites and Grandes Dentelles de Montmirail
Departure from Lafare (84 - Vaucluse)
A short loop to discover these two characteristic rock formations as well as Saint-Christophe's Chapel, which protects the site, taking a less conventional route.
Circuit to Le Barroux from Malaucène
Departure from Malaucène (84 - Vaucluse)
A pleasant, looping circuit that makes for a pleasant visit to the hilltop village of Le Barroux.
The Arfuyen Ridges
Departure from Le Barroux (84 - Vaucluse)
Starting from Sainte-Madeleine Abbey at Barroux, this is quite a wild route offering many views over Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the surrounding plains.
Dent de Marcoule and Château de Gicon
Departure from Chusclan (30 - Gard)
Starting from Chusclan, this is a hike over different types of terrain (tarmacked paths between vineyards, DFCI trails, single-track paths, etc.). Viewpoints over the Rhone Valley and Mont Ventoux. Visit to the medieval site of Gicon.
Mount Ventoux starting from the Mont Serein cam site
Departure from Beaumont-du-Ventoux (84 - Vaucluse)
A beautiful round trip leading to the summit and back along the crests.
From Saint-Michel-d'Euzet to La Roque-sur-Cèze
Departure from Saint-Michel-d'Euzet (30 - Gard)
Hike from the village of Saint-Michel-d'Euzet that takes you on a loop around the village of La Roque-sur-Cèze (ranked among the most beautiful villages in France).
The village of La Roque is perched on a rocky outcrop and is bordered by the Cèze. The area is a natural site for swimming; near the village are the Cascades de Sautadet falls.