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Discover Aureille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence

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Nestled in the heart of the Alpilles Natural Park, Aureille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, is a perfect destination for nature and heritage enthusiasts. Start your visit with a stroll through the picturesque streets of the village, where you can admire stone houses and a church dating back to the 18th century. Hiking enthusiasts will be delighted by the numerous trails nearby, incl...See more

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EYGALIERES - Stroll of the Gros Calan
4.9 km

EYGALIERES - Stroll of the Gros Calan

Come take a walk on the meandering paths to discover the geology of Calans and its biodiversity! From the car park, start the hike at the mountain pass cycling milestone AL 120, by following the path marked GR® (red and white). 1 – At the first crossroad with the buried cistern to the right, continue on the left and leave the paths that go to the right and straight. At the next junction, after the curve, turn left on the meandering path. 2 – At the crossroads, veer to the right and take the little path to head to the Gros Calan mountain range. 3 – At the direction sign Stroll of the Gros Calan& Raquo;, turn left and walk along the mountain on the stony path. In the curve, continue on the path, leaving the small track going to the left. 4 – After passing the green cistern in the hairpin bend, take an immediate right on the trail which slopes gently to the concrete cistern and follow it to the junction with the D25. 5 – Cross the main road and take the path on the right in the pine forest. Then follow the road for 350m. (!) Look out for cars in the 90° turn. ! Leave the road after the turn to take the wide path that starts on the right. Continue for 200m to climb, at the junction, the path continuing to the hillock. 6 – After following the switchback path, go onto the small track which plunges down to the right path. It leads to a new path. Ignore the different paths that start from either side to reach the D25, which you will need to cross again. then climb the main trail after crossing the gate. 1 – Back at the first intersection, go to the right on the first part of the hike followed and end the stroll.

3 h
10 km
Medium
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The Routo of Baume Brignolle
5.8 km

The Routo of Baume Brignolle

Take a stroll among the peaks and valleys of Baume Brignolle to discover the richness of the Alpilles! From the car park of the bridge said to be Roman, cross the ford and start hiking through the wooded path. Continue until you leave the shaded area to reach the fruit cultivations. 1 – Head towards the Chateau Romanin on the left after crossing the vineyards and tree crops to either side of the path. Before reaching to the castle, follow the trail marked in red and white (GR6®) which plunges to the left and climb to the Col de la Vallongue. Then turn right and continue along the narrow stony path, first at the foot of the ridges and then all along them. 2 – Enter the zone for biotope protection, covered by prefectoral decree. Turn left at the crossroads after taking a few steps in the middle of the surrounding vegetation, and follow the trail to leave the pylon on the right. Continue straight. Across the telecommunication antenna, follow the road that continues downwards to leave the plateau of Caume. 3 – Below the plateau, continue straight at the first intersection before turning left at the next intersection to take the Chemin de Baume Brignolle. After 800m, at the crossroads where 6 paths meet, follow the second path to the left, it is the DFCI AL 115 track. Continue on Chemin de Baume Brignolle until you reach on the D24. 4 – Continue straight along the main road. Preferably, take the small path which is on the left. Continue until the crossroads between the D24 and the D25. 5 – At the intersection at the bridge, follow the D24 towards Eygalières until the bridge saidRoman bridge, end point of the hike.

6 h
19 km
Hard
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Stroll of the Petit Calan
5.9 km

Stroll of the Petit Calan

On the heights of Eygalières, go through the GR®6 between the Calans and admire breathtaking views of the Alpilles. From the parking, follow the D24b towards the city center. 1- At the crossroads, turn right. Follow the red and white markings until the end of the hike. Then leave the town hall on the left. 50 m further, leave the Monument to the dead on the left and continue along the road. 2- Turn left on the path Ludovic Souvestre, and take the first right. Cross the locality of the 4 vents and continue on the path. 3- At the Badon Arboretum (possibility to climb to the point of view), go around it and follow the path. 200 m after the barrier, take the little rocky path. 4- At the end of the track, turn right, leaving the Gros Calan behind. Continue on the forest path to the cistern. 5- At the height of the tank, turn right on the slope which goes down gently. After the bend, continue on the left path at the next junction. Follow this path along the Petit Calan then continue in the forest. 6- Cross the barrier and take the small path on the right that runs along the road for about 700 m. 7- Turn right at the crossroads, and continue on the path. Go past the well and continue on the main road to the D24b. Cross the departmental road and continue on Mario Prassinos road. Go behind the cemetery and enter Eygalières. 8- At the top of the small hill, turn right. Possibility to fork then directly to the parking lot or to walk in the village.

3 h
9.2 km
Easy
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Petit et Gros Calans
6 km

Petit et Gros Calans

Climb the heights of Eygalières, to appreciate the beauty ofthe Calans of the Alpilles massif ! From the parking, follow the D24b towards the city center. At the crossroads, turn right. Then leave the town hall on the left. 50 m further, leave the Monument to the dead on the left and continue along the road.1- Turn left on the path Ludovic Souvestre, and take the first right. Cross the locality of the 4 vents and continue on the path. Once at the Badon Arboretum, go around it on the left and follow the trail. 200 m after the barrier, take the small rocky path on the left. 2- At the directional sign "Balade du Gros Calan", turn left and follow the massif on the stony path. In the bend, continue on the path, leaving the small path on the left. 3- Go past the green tank in the hairpin bend, then turn right immediately onto the gently sloping trail at the concrete tank. Follow it to the junction with the D25.4- Cross the departmental and take the path on the right in the pine forest. Then walk along the road for 350 meters (Caution, traffic!). Leave the road after the turn to take the wide path that goes on the right. Continue for 200 meters until you reach a fork, then go right up the path that continues towards the hill. Follow this zig-zag path for 1.5 km. 5- Engage in the small path that sinks to the right of the path. The latter leads to a new trail. Leave the different paths that leave from both sides to join the D25. Cross it again. Then climb the main path after crossing the barrier. 6- At the height of the tank, continue straight on the track which descends gently. After the bend, take the left path at the next junction. Follow this path along the Petit Calan then continue in the forest. 7- Cross the barrier and take the small path on the right that runs along the road for about 700 m. Turn right at the crossroads, and continue on the path. Go past the well and continue on the main road to the D24b. 8- Cross the departmental road and continue on Mario Prassinos road. Go behind the cemetery and enter Eygalières. At the top of the small hill, turn right. Possibility to fork then directly to the parking lot or to walk in the village.

5 h
13 km
Medium
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Vallon des Glauges
6.2 km

Vallon des Glauges

Admire the imposing Opies and cliffs of Mont Menu ! Back to the car park, climb to the right, between the Chabaud arena and the cemetery, the marked path of the Col of Melet tagged GR® and PR. Follow this marked path for 1 km, cross the channel of the valley of Baux and join an intersection where is implanted a panel of the Department. 1- fork right on the tarmac path marked PR, following the panel "Eyguières par le vallon des Glauges 7.8 km". Cross again the channel, then at the bend to the left take straight on the path of St-Pierre-de-Vence, marked blue and green. Follow it on 1.5 km. 2- At the end of the road, turn left on the paved road Glauges, marked PR. At the entrance to the domain vallon des Glauges, leave the paved road to climb the path on the right, marked PR, which passes through the vineyards. Join 500 m further an intersection with a DFCI barrier. 3- Pass the barrier to the right and follow this marked path PR. Leave a property on the right, pass a second DFCI barrier and cross the next junction. 300 m further, stay on the left and join a cross a few meters lower. 4- borrow the path to the left, signposted GR®. Continue straight for 1.2 km, leaving aside the different paths encountered, and join the D17 road. (Caution, traffic!) Turn left on this marked GR®, follow it for 300 m and turn left on a tarred road. Find 150 m further the intersection with the panel of the Department and the path of the Col de Melet. Resume this path and return to the starting point.

3 h
7.3 km
Easy
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The Alpilles Roquemartine by Bike: The Integral
6.4 km

The Alpilles Roquemartine by Bike: The Integral

Cross from end to end the eastern half of the Alpilles. A territory that is full of remarkable elements to discover! Back to the car park, take the D24 on the right for 225 m. At the crossroads, turn right on the Avenue Pasteur. Go to the church and then back to the starting parking for the hike. 1- At the roundabout take the D24 opposite the intersection with the D24a towards Aureille. 2- ON the right retrieve the D24a, walk by olive groves for 5 km, until Aureille. 3- Take the road on the left, direction Eygalières. Continue to the pass called "Pas de la Figuière". Join the intersection with the D25. 4- Go right up the D25 in direction of Eyguières. Continue for 7.5 km and join the junction with the D569. 5- (Caution, traffic!) Turn right on the D569, always towards Eyguières. At the roundabout, continue straight for 150 m. 6- Turn left in the direction of Sénas. Continue for 7 km. 7- cross the roundabout of the entrance of the city. 300 meters later, turn left on the path of "Donne", just before the level crossing. Continue to Orgon. 8- Go through Orgon via rue de la Fontaine and Edmond Coste Street. Continue through the rise of Paradise and Jean Moulin Avenue to the intersection with the D24b, after the sports complex. 9- At the intersection after the sports complex, take the D24b on the left and continue until Eygalières for about 7 km. Cross the village and continue on the D24b for 2 km. 10- Turn left on the D24, towards Mouriès. Continue for 2 km. 11- Take the D24 on the right, towards Mouriès. Continue for 6 km to the place called "Destet". 12- Turn right on the D78 towards Maussane-les-Alpilles. 13- At the junction with the D5, turn left towards Mouriès. Continue on this road until the intersection with the D17. 14- Turn left on Alphonse Daudet road, before the D17, then continue until you reach the roundabout of the departure.

6 h
64 km
Hard
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The Alyscamps necropolis and Saint Honnorat church
26 km

The Alyscamps necropolis and Saint Honnorat church

Les Alyscamps, a Christian necropolis listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a walk lined with remarkable sarcophagi. At the heart of the site, the church of Saint-Honorat marks the starting point of the Chemin d'Arles to Compostelle. This emblematic site, immortalized by Vincent Van Gogh in his works, is a veritable treasure trove of Provence. With every step you take between the majestic rows of slender cypress trees, you'll feel the evocative power of this place steeped in history. Les Alyscamps is much more than just a Roman cemetery. History lovers will find an alley of sarcophagi and chapels. Pilgrims will find the starting point of the Chemin d'Arles (a UNESCO World Heritage site) to Santiago de Compostela. And everyone will find a haven of tranquillity, where time seems to stand still. At the very heart of the Alyscamps site is the church of Saint-Honorat, a jewel of medieval architecture that plays a key role for pilgrims. Dating back to the 12th century, this spiritual site marks the starting point of the Chemin d'Arles, one of France's main routes to Santiago de Compostela. With its carved portal and serene atmosphere, the church invites contemplation and is the perfect introduction to this historic and spiritual route. With Luma Arles and Frank Gehry's modern Tower in the background, Les Alyscamps is a testament to the link between past and present, a place where history, art and nature blend harmoniously. To visit this site is to immerse yourself in a unique experience, where the soul of the place is revealed to those who take the time to explore it. To make the most of your visit, we recommend purchasing a pass (available from our online ticketing service), which will enable you to visit the city's various museums and monuments more economically. Guided tours and cultural events take place during every school vacation. Please note that although most of the site is accessible to people with reduced mobility, some areas may be difficult to access.

Avenue Des Alyscamps 13200 Arles
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Discover the blooming lavender fields and Provençal markets
29 km

Discover the blooming lavender fields and Provençal markets

Discover the lavender fields by minibus in one day! Enjoy the exceptional panoramic views and discover the region's most beautiful villages! **THIS SERVICE IS ONLY AVAILABLE JUNE TO AUGUST** Start your minibus tour with a stunning view of the region and its lovely lavender fields in full bloom! Discover and stroll through traditional open-air markets. You will be amazed at the incredible palette of colours created and the captivating scents of lavender! Cross through the lavender fields with your driver/guide and reach the typical village of Sault or Roussillon (depending on the bloom of the lavender fields). Make the most of your free time to discover the traditional shops and unique savoir-faire of the region! You can also choose one of its delicious restaurants for lunch. Gordes, listed as "France's most beautiful village" will welcome you and offer you breathtaking views of Provence! Then finish your circuit by visiting the Lavender Museum in Coustellet where you will discover all the production secrets of lavender circuits! You will make a stop at Sénanque Cistercian Abbey (from 15 June to 15 July) located at the foot of a lavender field! You will marvel at this idyllic view! At the end of the day, you will return to Avignon accompanied by your driver. This tour will immerse you in the heart of Provence where you will soak up the flavours and the typical atmosphere of the region!

Cours Jean Jaurès 84000 Avignon
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾