Oppedette Gorge – View of the Oppedette Gorge loop from Abbaye Notre-Dame de Valsaintes

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Oppedette Gorge – View of the Oppedette Gorge loop from Abbaye Notre-Dame de Valsaintes

Hard

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Oppedette Gorge – View of the Oppedette Gorge loop from Abbaye Notre-Dame de Valsaintes

02:15

17.2km

380m

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 19, 2026

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Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

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

After 12.6 km for 15 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.78 km

The Monk's Leap

Highlight • River

A nice place to have a bath on hot days.

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7.51 km

Oppedette

Highlight • Settlement

Picturesque village with beautiful views. There is a source of potable water. But unfortunately there is no cafe or shop available.

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7.71 km

An absolutely spectacular setting with views across the valley to the Lure mountain ridges and the Pre-Alps.

The limestone gorges are 2.5 kilometers long, 140 meters wide, and 200 meters deep in places.

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7.90 km

Oppedette Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

Beautiful views of the gorge. In summer it can be very hot with little shade. The paths are good hikeable.

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11.1 km

Gorges d'Oppedette

Highlight • Gorge

Following the uplift of the Lure mountain, it was the Calavon river that shaped these magnificent gorges. The word Calavon means stone river. The watercourse is indeed often dry, leaving only a river of stones.

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12.5 km

View of the Oppedette Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

As you climb the winding path above the Calavon, you will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the picturesque village of Oppeddette and the surrounding Luberon Valley. This charming …

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13.4 km

Beautiful cliffs

Highlight • Other

The western edge offers breathtaking views of the village of Oppedette. The path on the western side is also more rustic and a small ladder has to be climbed. It …

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