Chemin de Cayron – The Dentelles de Montmirail loop from Gigondas

Hiking trails & Routes

France

Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

Provence

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Carpentras

Gigondas

Chemin de Cayron – The Dentelles de Montmirail loop from Gigondas

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Chemin de Cayron – The Dentelles de Montmirail loop from Gigondas

02:39

7.76km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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1.86 km

Chemin de Cayron

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This rocky landscape consisting of mountain ridges is simply fascinating. The vegetation, the contrast with the vineyards, everything is simply beautiful. Not only do you meet many hikers here, the Dentelles are also very popular for climbing.

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1.95 km

View of the Dentelles de Montmirail

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beautiful hiking trails through the vineyards up to the Dentelles

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2.65 km

Along the Dentelles Sarrasines

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Here you are in the heart of the Dentelles de Montmirail, a series of three limestone ridges. The view of the rocks, forests and vineyards is breathtaking.

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2.69 km

Dentelles de Montmirail Climbing Area

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3.18 km

The Dentelles de Montmirail

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You should wear sturdy shoes. Sometimes you have to climb over some rocks (no problem). But if you make it to the top, you can expect a wonderful view with a slight South Tyrolean feel.

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3.39 km

360° viewpoint

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A calm and relaxing view of the Dentelles de Montmirail

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4.05 km

Panoramic View of Dentelles de Montmirail

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Here also the less safe hiker can enjoy a beautiful view.

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4.36 km

Rocher du Midi

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The Rocher du Midi is one of the must-see sites of this small mountain range. From the top of its 470 meters of altitude, you benefit once again from quite incredible views.

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7.76 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.63 km

1.93 km

1.41 km

643 m

160 m

Surfaces

2.81 km

1.90 km

1.75 km

907 m

260 m

119 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

Weather

Sunday 8 November

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Comments

August 31, 2023,Les Dentelles – Tolle Aussicht in die Provence-Alpes-Côte-Runde von Gigondas

Very nice tour. Once you reach the top you will be rewarded with great views. Some of the paths are very narrow and somewhat overgrown. Definitely wear sturdy shoes.

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May 30, 2025,Les dentelles de Montmirail et le vieux village de Gigondas 🇫🇷♥️♥️

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Discovering the legendary Dentelles de Montmirail and the pretty provincial village of Girondas. It was very hot...but the hike is absolutely magnificent.

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June 25, 2025,Col du Cayron - Runde von Dentelles

Despite the persistent heat, we still managed a lovely little hike to the Col du Cayron. First, we walked along a wide forest path until we reached a rocky, narrow, and at times exposed ridge path. From the top, we had a beautiful view of the surrounding area. Around midday, after a short 🍷 rehearsal, we returned and acclimatized in …

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