Hikes in the Luberon

Ready to lace up your hiking boots? The Luberon is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. Between lush valleys, ochre cliffs, lavender fields and hilltop villages, every trail is an immersion in an authentic and preserved Provence. Here, hiking is not just a sport: it’s a way of life, an invitation to slow down and savour every moment.

A vast natural hiking playground

The Luberon is part of the Regional Natural Parks of France. Mountains, farmland, holm oak forests and fragrant scrubland form a unique setting. More than 50 marked trails and 8 long-distance hiking routes (GR®) cross the massif, offering breathtaking views and unspoilt nature.

Trails for every level

Whether you’re a casual walker or an experienced hiker, you’ll find plenty to enjoy among the varied trails of the Luberon:

• Family-friendly walks, accessible and ideal with children,
• Cultural routes linking hilltop villages and historic sites,
• Challenging hikes up to the ridges with 360° views,
• Themed itineraries through vineyards, lavender fields or heritage sites.
  
  

Every trail is a new adventure, a meeting with nature and heritage. The choice is yours: easy-going or sporty, convivial or contemplative!

Between nature, culture and heritage

Hiking in the Luberon also means discovering:

• Villages listed among the most beautiful in France, such as Gordes, Lourmarin or Roussillon,
• Iconic natural sites like the Colorado Provençal, the Cedar Forest or the Gorges de Régalon,
• Living heritage: dry-stone bories, abbeys and old mills dot your walks.
  
  

With or without a guide

Want to hike independently? Download our marked routes and set off at your own pace. Prefer a secure and enriching experience? Call on our guides and hiking companions. Passionate about nature and history, they’ll take you along hidden trails, with anecdotes and insights that turn a simple walk into an unforgettable experience.

Hiking & cycling: two ways to explore the Luberon

The Luberon is a vast outdoor playground perfect for both walking and cycling. After your hikes, why not continue the adventure on two wheels? Discovering the Luberon by bike means mixing pleasures: panoramic circuits, family-friendly greenways, mountain biking or gravel trails for the more adventurous. Two complementary ways to explore the Regional Natural Park and its exceptional landscapes.

Gourmet and cultural breaks

Because hiking in the Luberon also means taking time to stop. A break in a wine estate to enjoy a glass of wine, a stop at an olive oil mill, or a stroll through a hilltop village: all these moments turn your hike into a true life experience. Between nature, culture and gastronomy, every kilometre is a discovery.

The Luberon on foot with the family

The Luberon is also an ideal playground for families! There are plenty of easy, safe walks, with picnic areas and fun stops along the way. Here, young and old alike are sure to enjoy themselves. And believe us, there’s nothing quite like sharing a family walk through preserved landscapes.

In Mérindol, for example, the “Between Garrigue and Durance” trail offers a gentle immersion in nature, with birdsong and views over the valley. Further north, the Cedar Forest of Cabrières-d’Avignon promises a shaded path, perfect in summer, where children can marvel at these majestic green giants. Ready to turn a simple walk into a real family adventure?

And if you’d like to mix things up, think about family bike rides too.

Practical tips for your hikes

• Take water, a hat and sunscreen (the Provençal sun can be strong!).
• Wear suitable shoes: some trails are rocky and steep.
• Access to the hills is regulated in summer (fire risk): check before you set off.
• Respect nature: stay on marked paths and take your rubbish with you.
  
  

Ready to hike?

The Luberon is waiting to reveal its hidden treasures on foot… and why not by bike too! Whether it’s for a leisurely stroll, a family outing, a sporting challenge or a gourmet escape, every excursion promises escape and unforgettable memories. So, shall we go?