Chemin de Cayron – The Dentelles de Montmirail loop from Gigondas

Hiking trails & Routes

France

Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Gigondas

Chemin de Cayron – The Dentelles de Montmirail loop from Gigondas

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Chemin de Cayron – The Dentelles de Montmirail loop from Gigondas

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4.01km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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420 m

Chemin de Cayron

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This rocky landscape consisting of mountain ridges is simply fascinating. The vegetation, the contrast with the vineyards, everything is simply beautiful. Not only do you meet many hikers here, the Dentelles are also very popular for climbing.

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509 m

View of the Dentelles de Montmirail

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beautiful hiking trails through the vineyards up to the Dentelles

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1.21 km

Along the Dentelles Sarrasines

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Here you are in the heart of the Dentelles de Montmirail, a series of three limestone ridges. The view of the rocks, forests and vineyards is breathtaking.

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1.25 km

Dentelles de Montmirail Climbing Area

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1.74 km

The Dentelles de Montmirail

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You should wear sturdy shoes. Sometimes you have to climb over some rocks (no problem). But if you make it to the top, you can expect a wonderful view with a slight South Tyrolean feel.

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1.95 km

360° viewpoint

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A calm and relaxing view of the Dentelles de Montmirail

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2.15 km

Dentelles de Montmirail

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Great hiking area, very varied.

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2.83 km

Panoramic View of Dentelles de Montmirail

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Here also the less safe hiker can enjoy a beautiful view.

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4.01 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.88 km

1.16 km

864 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.92 km

1.57 km

495 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

22°C

7°C

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Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Comments

May 15, 2026,🇫🇷 Dentelles De Montmirail

In the morning, we quickly visited the Gorges de la Nesque and observed the vultures circling over the Rocher du Cire at the Belvédère Le Castelleras.

Before that, however, we had to marvel at the infinite wisdom of some road users. Coming from Monieux, a motorhome driver had driven past the Belvédère and then turned into the descent towards Villes-sur-Auzon, …

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June 25, 2025,Col du Cayron - Runde von Dentelles

Despite the persistent heat, we still managed a lovely little hike to the Col du Cayron. First, we walked along a wide forest path until we reached a rocky, narrow, and at times exposed ridge path. From the top, we had a beautiful view of the surrounding area. Around midday, after a short 🍷 rehearsal, we returned and acclimatized in …

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