Activities in Annot

This family trail, which winds through undergrowth, overlooks the valley and the Chemins de fer de Provence railway line. Old houses, bridges, wash-houses, churches and chapels in Méailles and Le Fugeret are also among the attractions of this hike.

In a very characteristic environment of sandstone and blue marl, this hike takes in two pretty villages. Saint Benoît, perched on a rocky knoll, and Braux, surrounded by chestnut trees.

The route is divided between forests of various species and high-altitude mountain pastures. The stage ends with accommodation in Annot or Roncharel.

Geological curiosities, rare species and biodiversity, a thousand-year-old heritage and mysterious legends: this trail will help you discover the hidden wonders of the Annot sandstone site.

After the meadows and forests of Puy du Rent, discover the picturesque villages of the upper Vaïre valley.

Alternating between beech and pine forests and panoramic views over the valley, this hike leads to the Roncharel refuge.

Easy, fun and interactive, this discovery trail winds through the chestnut grove along a canal, in the heart of a pastoral landscape. You’ll be able to learn about the distinctive features of this place from the information boards at 11 sites along the path.

Along the way, you'll discover ancient rock shelters in the heart of a magnificent chestnut forest, beautiful views from the plateau and an extraordinary rocky chaos on the descent to the village.

The first part of the trail runs under the cover of a chestnut forest and along the "Roman Way".

Mostly shaded at the start, the path joins the Pont Saint-Joseph. It climbs up the St-Jean ravine, at the foot of the cliffs of the Educh plateau, to the ruins of the hamlet of Ourges. The climb is steeper up to the chapel of Saint-Jean-du-Désert.

A beautiful, shady itinerary that takes in the villages of Annot and Le Fugeret and offers magnificent views over the valley, with the option of returning via the Chemins de Fer de Provence.

A short hike to take in the view! The orientation table will guide you through the 360° panorama of the Mercantour and Provence peaks.

A long stage exploring old villages and Roman remains. Lodging under the Col du Fam or extend the stage to Braux.

A hike that combines superb views of the surrounding mountains with the discovery of Ubraye and Le Touyet, with their beautiful stone houses set on slopes, and the Palud plateau.

A beautiful route through chestnut groves and, in places, among sandstone boulders. It crosses the abandoned hamlets of Collet Gouiran and La Rate, and passes by the ruins of St. Peter's chapel, built on a sandstone boulder.

The trail offers beautiful panoramic views over the Vaïre valley and takes you through a varied forest, including a magnificent beech grove.

This hike offers a superb and impressive view of the Galange gorges, the Annot sandstones and the Coyer.

This path, mostly in chestnut forest, offers a beautiful panorama of the sandstone and the village. The start of the route follows the Roman road along the Beïte valley.

A pleasant trail along the Coulomp and beneath the impressive chestnut trees, with beautiful views of the sandstone cliffs. The village, with its beautiful sandstone houses, completes the hike.

Shaded for the first half of the trail, it offers a fine view over the entire Vaïre valley. It then joins a forest track along which the spring will cool you down a little.

The route is signposted to help you discover the landscape and the village of Braux.

A superb view of the surrounding mountains: Grand Coyer and Saint Honorat to the east, Pic de Chamatte to the south, the Haut Verdon mountains to the west, and the villages of Méailles and Allons in the valley.

From Méailles, the route runs along the cliffs at the northern exit of the village and enters a sparse pine forest until the entrance of the cave. Several basins are carved out in the cave’s limestone ground, and the ceiling is adorned with splendid stalactites. Warning: This is an unsecured cave only to be visited with speleological equipment; not recommended for beginners after 100m. Only undertake this visit in good weather conditions

After a short descent to the Notre Dame de la Rivière chapel, the climb is a little steep, but pleasant and shady. At the Col St Jean (1326m), enjoy the magnificent panorama before reaching the chapel of St Jean du Désert.