Provence on foot
Walking holidays in Provence : villages, lavender fields and ochre trails
Fancy a Provence walking holiday? Join us for a trip discovering the Luberon.This hidden gem is a perfect playground for walking enthusiasts. You'll follow carefully selected routes that showcase the Luberon's charms, from lavender fields and steep hills to perched villages like Gordes and enchanting landscapes.
For those who want to experience a six-day hiking adventure in the Luberon, you'll stay in comfortable hotels that offer both convenience and close contact with nature.
Highlights
- Walking holidays in Provence
- Lavander fields and ochre cliffs
- The cedar forest and its views
6 days
Price: Consult us
Activity
Hike
Journey TypeTrip Single-center
Trip Type
Self-guided
Hiking Grade : Terrain Difficulty : Possible departures from 25 September to 25 September
Day by day program
Day 1 : Arrival and check-in
Depending on your arrival time, settle into your accommodation
in the heart of the Luberon.
You can relax by the pool or take a gentle first hike to warm
up, exploring the Cedar Forest near Bonnieux-an iconic route
weaving through garrigue and majestic trees.
Alternatively, you can hike between the villages of Cadenet
and Lourmarin, passing from one château to another through the
vineyards, with stunning views over the Grand Luberon.
HIKING TIME : 1h30 or 3h for the second
option
DISTANCE : 3,5 km or 11 km for the second
option
ASCENT : 80 m or 180 m for the second
option
ACCOMMODATION : hotel *** or
guesthouse
Day 2 : Mourre Nègre peak
Beyond the first wooded hills, the steep slopes of the Luberon’s southern side open onto the rolling ridges of the Grand Luberon.
Following the summit meadows, you reach Mourre Nègre, which peaks at 1,125 m. From the top, the panorama over the Luberon, Provence, and the Durance Valley is breathtaking.
A easier alternative via the northern slope takes about 3h30, covering 9 km with 538 m of ascent.
HIKING TIME : 5h15
DISTANCE : 13 km
ASCENT : 715 m
ACCOMMODATION : hotel *** or guesthouse
Day 3 : Colorado Provençal tour
Famous for its colorful landscapes and unique rock formations, the Colorado Provençal is a former ochre quarry with a trail that winds through canyons, cliffs, and valleys, showcasing shades of red, orange, and yellow. Amidst pine and oak trees, you’ll find panoramic viewpoints over this extraordinary site.
HIKING TIME : 3h45
DISTANCE : 11,3 km
ASCENT : 227 m
ACCOMMODATION : hotel *** or guesthouse
Day 4 : Gordes
Considered as one of the most beautiful villages of
France, Gordes perfectly captures the charm of Provence with its
cobbled streets, stone houses, and breathtaking views over the
Luberon Valley.
The route takes you through the Luberon’s must-see sights. The trail continues across typical Provençal landscapes-lavender fields, olive groves, and vineyards-until you reach the village of Les Bories. From there, you follow the wild Sénancole valley up to the impressive Sénanque Abbey, a site rich in history.
HIKING TIME : 3h30
DISTANCE : 10,2 km
ASCENT : 350 m
ACCOMMODATION
: hotel *** or guesthouse
Day 5 : Merindol
On the southern slopes of the "Petit Luberon", the Mérindol hike takes you along the historic paths of the Vaudois. You cross the Luberon massif while enjoying views over the Durance plain.
HIKING TIME : 6h30
DISTANCE : 19 km
ASCENT : 580 m
ACCOMMODATION : hotel *** or guesthouse
Day 6 : Goult and Notre-Dame-de-Lumières or the Oppedette Gorges
For this final day, depending on your departure schedule, you can choose between two hikes:
- Village of Goult
From the charming Provençal village of Goult, the trail begins with a descent through vineyards and olive groves, continuing while offering views over the surrounding hills. You pass through the small hamlet of Notre-Dame-de-Lumières, known for its historic church.
- Oppedette gorges
The hike through the Oppedette Gorges, carved by the Calavon River, is unique and fascinating. The steep limestone cliffs can reach up to 150 m high. This natural canyon offers exceptional panoramic views of the dramatic rock formations and vertiginous walls.
HIKING TIME : 2h15
DISTANCE : 7 km
ASCENT : 270 m or 220 m through the gorges
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Reviews of this trip
5
Jackson
9 Octobre 2024
Provence holidays luberon
The Provence countryside is even more magical than we imagined. The hotels were perfectly located, and the trip left us wanting to return next year.
5
Barbara
10 Septembre 2023
Walking holidays in provence
Stunning hikes through lavender fields and charming villages—truly unforgettable!
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