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France
Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur
Provence
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Aix-En-Provence
Puyloubier

Crests of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire

Hard

4.8

(16)

106

hikers

Crests of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire

08:39

21.6km

950m

Hiking

This first loop takes you from Puyloubier to discover most of the peaks and summits of the Sainte-Victoire mountain. It offers the possibility of bivouacking halfway at the priory of Sainte-Victoire. It's up to you to decide whether to cover these 21 kilometers of difficult trails in one go or…

Last updated: June 12, 2024

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 10.2 km for 18 m

After 12.8 km for 497 m

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136 m

Puyloubier

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This peaceful village is located at the foot of the Sainte-Victoire massif. In addition to tourism, what sustains its inhabitants is its important wine-growing territory. There are renowned Provencal wines there.

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4.38 km

Pic des Mouches

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The Pic des Mouches is, with its 1,011 meters of altitude, the highest point of the Sainte-Victoire mountain. The nearby Bau de L'Aigle is located just below 1,000 meters. Once you reach the peak, you will find an orientation table.

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9.87 km

From this eminence, you have both a view of the summit of the Croix de Provence and, looking back, the summit of Signal.

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10.2 km

Swallows' Cave

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The swallows' cave, although large, is well hidden on the ridge. It is located a few hundred meters east of the Croix de Provence. Its tunnel-shaped entrance is impressive. It …

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10.6 km

Sainte-Victoire Priory

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The former monastery and the associated refuge were reopened after renovation at the beginning of 2018. Up to 14 people can now seek shelter here and, if necessary, spend the …

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21.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.4 km

1.83 km

1.52 km

534 m

411 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

7.58 km

1.64 km

1.52 km

477 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (980 m)

Lowest point (320 m)

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Wednesday 27 May

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Trail Reviews

Cris
September 15, 2023, Montagne Sainte Victoire

The highest point is only 1011 m high, but the terrain is still difficult in parts😅. South ascent route 17, then on the jagged karst ridge to the Croix de Provence and back route 16 steeply down.

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