The Rocks and the Tower of Crest - loop

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The Rocks and the Tower of Crest - loop

Moderate

4.5

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204

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The Rocks and the Tower of Crest - loop

01:56

5.83km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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134 m

the Drôme

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Here, we find the river which gives its name to the department. The changing colors depending on the time of day and the weather make it a real impressionist painting. …

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574 m

Crest Tower

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The tower of Crest is a true masterpiece. Consisting of three interlocking towers, this tower was part of an old fortress and then became a prison. This architectural gem bears …

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1.05 km

The Crest Ridges

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This path offers a beautiful walk on the heights of Crest. There is a magnificent view of the surrounding fields and mountains. Take your cameras !

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5.83 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.84 km

1.72 km

906 m

749 m

573 m

Surfaces

1.72 km

1.30 km

993 m

916 m

645 m

219 m

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

Today

Tuesday 13 October

24°C

13°C

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Comments

June 1, 2025,Crest, son donjon et ses crêtes - Drôme Provençale 🇫🇷♥️

The video (subtitled in 6 languages) is here:
To end the long Ascent weekend in style, a quick detour to Crest on the way back, for a lovely getaway along the Drôme River, to the old town to climb the highest keep in Europe, then a hike up the Crest ridge, and back along a lovely grassy path with …

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