Hiking trails around Gardanne

Adults, children, inquiring minds, passionated, come to discover a protected natural heritage, a unique environment in the heart of Provence while walking on the paths around Gardanne thanks to our seven trails, that means about 50 km walk. While following the marked footpaths, let yourself charmed by a unique touch of colours.

You will discover its wildlife and persistant flora, pistachio tree and elderberry trees shelting rodent and other little mammals.

Verdillon wood:

Duration: 1 hour and 20 minutes

Distance: 3,2km – Difference in height: 120m

This path through the woods will head you up small trails covered with tulips, this is the only footpath where you can admire daffodils as well as ophrys.

Gueidan Wall footpath:

Duration: 2 hours and 45 minutes

Distance: 5,9km – Difference in height: 100m

This path starting from the Mediterranean Forest ecomuseum proposes you a pleasant walk with a nice sight on mount Aurélien, Sainte-Baume and Etoile mountain massif.

Footpath in the ridges:

Duration: 3 hours and 15 minutes

Distance: 9km – Difference in height: 180m

This footpath starting from the Provence Canal offers you an amazing view on Etoile massif, Sainte-Victoire and sometimes Mont Ventoux in favourable weather conditions.