Croix de Provence – Sainte-Victoire Priory loop from Vauvenargues

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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

Provence

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Aix-En-Provence

Vauvenargues

Croix de Provence – Sainte-Victoire Priory loop from Vauvenargues

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Croix de Provence – Sainte-Victoire Priory loop from Vauvenargues

02:56

17.3km

800m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 8.04 km for 17 m

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4.16 km

Subéroque Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Same remark as for the pic des mouches and vauvenargues pass

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7.68 km

Panoramas of Sainte-Victoire Mountain

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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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7.97 km

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 owes its name to the presence of numerous rock swallows. This species is the least common of the swallows seen in France.

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8.06 km

Nice view of the cross and chasm

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8.17 km

Sainte-Victoire ✌️

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8.18 km

Croix de Provence

Highlight • Summit

The panorama! on the blue route is unique! The path is mostly stony and rocky, so hiking boots and hiking poles for those with knee problems are recommended. Only the last few meters at the summit cross are difficult. Also take enough water with you, there are no supplies on the way. At the beginning of the Bimont dam there is a fountain with drinking water.

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8.41 km

Monks' Gap

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An absolute highlight for hikers in the Aix-en-Provence region.

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8.47 km

Sainte-Victoire Priory

Highlight • Religious Site

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 night on wooden benches. There is also a fire pit, although you have to carry the wood up the mountain as all wood on the mountain is under the strictest protection.
The monastery was built in the 17th century and had four cells for the monks.

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