Hiking in the Aiguebrun valley

The walk begins in the village of Buoux, and takes you along the southern edge of the plateau, where you can see the impressive 100-metre-high cliffs that dominate the Vallon.

This first stage of the walk offers a breathtaking view of the Seguins farm and the Buoux Fort, perched on a rocky spur, with the Luberon mountains in the background.

The walk continues along a ‘calade’ path, which in Provence is the name given to a path paved with stones from the Rhône or Durance rivers.

Here you can see the ruins of troglodyte dwellings dotting the path, relics of another time, the last witnesses to the life of the Vallon’s first inhabitants.

The walk then continues to the little village ‘at the end of the world’ of Sivergues, perched high above the Vallon. This little village, cut off from the rest of the world, is still partly inhabited and has been beautifully restored, giving you an uninterrupted view of the Luberon massif.

You will then pass through Les Seguins, an old hamlet that has been restored and converted into an inn, at the bottom of the Aiguebrun valley, at the foot of superb 100m-high cliffs.

During this hike in Provence, you’ll see a unique site with magnificent scenery.

We’ll then take you on a tour of the Fort de Buoux, the remains of an ancient medieval fortress with impressive architectural features, built on a rocky spur 60 metres above the valley.

The walk ends back in the village of Buoux. You will then have covered a total of 14 km.

But don’t worry, this is a generally easy hike, with only a few sections that are a little steep and fitted out with stones that may slightly hinder your progress. This hike is suitable for walkers of all levels and ages – children aged 8 and over are welcome!

It’s a great way to enjoy a hike and discover the incredible diversity of the Luberon landscape as a family.