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HIKE AROUND THE SAINTE VICTOIRE MOUNTAIN

Would you like to discover Sainte Victoire in Aix-en-Provence ? 

We propose a hike to encounter this mythical mountain, symbol of Provence, painted by many artists, especially Paul Cézanne. 6 hours of exceptional panorama.

It is a circle hike starting at the village of Vauvenargues.

The guide will enjoy showing you this exceptional natural space.

You will observe various ecosystem , biodiversity, on the shady side of Sainte-Victoire, from the foot of the mountain to the crests.

 

THE PROGRAM OF THE HIKE: 

You will begin the hike by the discovery of a castle.

It is located on a knoll south of the village of Vauvenargues. It was bought by Picasso in 1958 who was buried there in 1973.

You will then start the climb.

For a good half hour, the vegetation is a dense underbrush.

To get to the crests.

A beautiful 360° landscape is before you! Your effort is thus rewarded.

The view from above of the Cengle plateau and of the village of Saint-Antonin.

And finally you will end the hyke by the Descente des Venturiers 

Going down will start toward the Prieure, then after a few turns, it will continue on the large path of the Venturiers.

A magnificient view will be offered to you of the valley, Lake Bimont, and, in the distance, the Luberon, the Ventoux and the Mountain of Lure.

 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION ON THE HIKE AROUND THE SAINTE VICTOIRE MOUNTAIN

a travel notebook will be given to you to indicate where and when to meet.

It is a hike of average difficulty with a few steep and/or stony areas, measuring 14 kms and of a 6 hours duration.

Participants: minimum 6 - maximum 15 - minimum age : 8

The price for adults is 30€ per person and 22€ for children.

- You will need good shoes and a good supply of water.

- Plan on a picnic

We can prepare an organic picnic basket for you for an additional fee.

The route may be modified according to the desired duration of the hike and your level.

 

You can reserve this day here : Hike around the Sainte Victoire Mountain

For lodging, we offer also a selection of vacation rentals in Aix-en-Provence and its surrounding or all our vacation rentals in Provence.