Atlas cedars, introduced to the south of France in 1860, spread naturally, forming cedar groves in the Ventoux and Petit Luberon massifs. Their light and aromatic wood is sought after in cabinetmaking. In 1989, a fire destroyed 338 hectares of forest in Cabrières-d'Avignon, but the cedars mostly resisted. Some, still scarred by fire, were replanted in 1991.

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J. O. Young

May 12, 2022

Hiking

From Lagnes drive the D100 in direction Cabrières d’Avignon and park at the Parking near Le Chat. From there follow the yellow hiking signs either in direction of Mur de la Peste and or la Peithe. The tour around la Peithe along the les Esperacdes is spectacular.

Antonio

August 9, 2025

Hiking

a short family walk or a long hike for the more courageous

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1. Cabrières-d'Avignon

7.48km

02:09

190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Bluffs and Rock shelters – Château de Lagnes loop from Lagnes

17.2km

05:14

610m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Plague Wall – Cedar forest loop from Lagnes

8.41km

02:29

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Lagnes, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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2. Bluffs and Rock shelters – Château de Lagnes loop from Lagnes

3. Plague Wall – Cedar forest loop from Lagnes

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