Cabrières-d’Avignon - Easy Walk from Cedar Forest to Plague Wall

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A hike between cedar forest and history

✔ Loop

✔ Distance: 6.1 km

✔ Duration: 2 h

Overview of the hike

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Starting from Cabrières-d’Avignon, this 6.1 km loop takes you through the cedar forest and the Mur de la Peste, two emblematic sites of the Luberon. Easy and accessible, it alternates between shaded woods, garrigue paths and unique historical heritage.

From the very first steps, the trail reaches the cedar forest of Cabrières, planted in the 19th century. The majestic Atlas cedars provide a shaded, peaceful atmosphere, ideal for a summer walk. This Mediterranean forest shelters a rich flora and fauna, such as holm oak, Aleppo pine and the great spotted woodpecker, recognizable by its drumming.

The route continues towards the Mur de la Peste, an impressive dry-stone structure built in 1721 to protect the Comtat Venaissin from the plague epidemic that started in Marseille. Walking along this restored wall, you will discover shelters, guard posts and enclosures that recall the crucial role of this sanitary barrier in Provence’s history.

Between garrigue landscapes, cedar forest and historical memory, this two-hour walk in Cabrières-d’Avignon is an unmissable experience for those wishing to combine nature and heritage during a stay in the Luberon.

When to go?

The From the Cedar Forest to the Mur de la Peste hike is enjoyable all year round. The best seasons are spring and autumn: soft light, ideal temperatures, blooming undergrowth or warm colors in the garrigue. In summer, the cedar forest provides welcome shade; leave early in the morning and bring water. Winter is also pleasant for its calm and clear views.
Before setting out, check the forest access conditions .

Points of Interest and Itinerary

Access and Parking

By road: Cabrières-d’Avignon is located 12 km northeast of Cavaillon via the D2, D110 and D148.
Parking: recommended car park below the Town Hall of Cabrières-d’Avignon (south entrance of the village).

Practical Information

Start: Car park below the Town Hall of Cabrières-d’Avignon
Elevation gain: +200 m
Duration: 2 h
Level: Easy

Along the Way

The Cedar Forest of Cabrières, Atlas cedars planted in the 19th century
The Plague Wall, an impressive dry-stone wall built in 1721
Stone shelters and guardhouses, vestiges used by sentinels
Terraced fields and dry-stone walls, witnesses of ancient farming practices
Lovely viewpoints over the garrigue, the Monts de Vaucluse and the village’s heritage

Discover the full itinerary

View of the hike from the Cedar Forest to the Plague Wall in Cabrières-d’Avignon, Luberon

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Prepare your hike

Practical advice

Closed and sturdy shoes recommended: some sections are rocky and stony.
Water and sun protection essential, especially in summer.
Respect dry stone structures: do not climb on the Wall of the Plague or on the huts.
In pastoral areas (May to July), be careful with guard dogs: do not pet or threaten them, and calmly go around the herd.
Stay on marked trails and avoid disturbing wildlife.
Remember to download the PDF file and the GPX track before your departure.

Fire prevention and safety

This route crosses a sensitive forest area: fires and smoking strictly prohibited.
Between June 15 and September 15, forest access is regulated depending on fire risk.
Check the conditions daily: www.risque-prevention-incendie.fr/vaucluse
Useful information: +33 (0)4 28 31 77 11.
In case of fire, immediately call 18 or 112.

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Want to keep exploring?

Around Cabrières-d’Avignon, the trails immerse you in a preserved nature between garrigue, forests and dry-stone heritage. After the cedar forest, follow the traces of a unique historical work: the Wall of the Plague, an impressive rampart built in the 18th century. An itinerary both natural and memorial, punctuated with superb views over the Luberon and Mont Ventoux.

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