The Holy Cross – Old Watchtower loop from La Saulce

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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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La Saulce

The Holy Cross – Old Watchtower loop from La Saulce

Moderate

5.0

(1)

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The Holy Cross – Old Watchtower loop from La Saulce

04:16

12.8km

640m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 11, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.83 km

The Holy Cross

Highlight • Other

After a climb along a rocky ridge you will be rewarded with a beautiful 180 degree view over the valley.

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11.8 km

Old Watchtower

Highlight • Historical Site

Ruins of the old watchtower offering a beautiful view of the valley.

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12.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.95 km

2.55 km

1.45 km

854 m

Surfaces

9.40 km

1.86 km

1.54 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

15°C

5°C

8 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Comments

March 23, 2023,Marche : de la Tour de guet à la Sainte Croix

A very pretty loop that does not pretend in the climbs. Most of it on trails in the marls and undergrowth. Mixture of mineral and forest which begins (timidly) to bud.
And not even sore feet 🤘

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