Sous le Duffre by mountain bike

A challenging and scenic route that lets you experience the tranquility of the Oule Valley and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. 

Starting from Montmorin, follow the road uphill for 4 km to the forest ranger station of the Val d’Oule National Forest. Take the easy forest trail to climb 600 meters in elevation over 6.5 km, up to the Duffre plains. Turn left to begin the descent. The trail starts on a ridge path; the unobstructed view allows you to see the Oule Valley, Maraysse Mountain, and on a clear day, catch a glimpse of Mont Ventoux. Be careful, however, as some sections can be technical in wet weather. The route then passes through the woods on a smooth, fast, and very fun singletrack with no difficulty. Descend along an old grassy trail below the Col des Pros and stay alert for the hard-to-see switchbacks. Continue on a technical trail. Caution: a section of about 50 m requires you to dismount to avoid falling (warning sign on site). The upper part of the trail is fairly rolling and smooth, then becomes more rugged with moderate hairpin turns in the second section. This trail leads back to the forest ranger station. Return to the starting point via the same road.