Walk Le Barroux to Malaucène
Hiking route
· France
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/Photo: Sally Thompson, Macs Adventure
See Mont Ventoux as you walk through woods of pine and cedar, reaching a chapel and to anicent Malaucene.
Distance 11.7 km
4:00 h
573 m
568 m
699 m
270 m
Today's walk takes you closer to the mighty Mont Ventoux. Its peak of 1,912m puts it head and shoulders above others in the Luberon mountain range. Walking the lower slopes, through pine and cedar forests, offers an impressive contrast with the "géant de Provence” and its bare limestone peak. Its huge silhouette is a backdrop for your hike, its barren white peak glistening in the sun. Through shaded paths of pine and cedar you reach the Chapel of Piaut, where in generations past locals climbed during periods of draught to pray for rain. Descend the pilgrimage path to the fortified village of Malaucene which takes shape around its ancient hilltop fort. The old town reveals an amazing tree-lined avenue.
Highest point
699 m
Lowest point
270 m
Start
Coordinates:
DD
44.136020, 5.099370
DMS
44°08'09.7"N 5°05'57.7"E
UTM
31T 667931 4889123
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Coordinates
DD
44.136020, 5.099370
DMS
44°08'09.7"N 5°05'57.7"E
UTM
31T 667931 4889123
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Equipment
Basic Equipment for Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Kit para bolhas
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
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- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Distance
11.7 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
573 m
Descent
568 m
Highest point
699 m
Lowest point
270 m
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