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Les Baux-de-Provence · Bouches-du-Rhône

LES BAUX-DE-PROVENCE - Exploring bauxite country

Starting at the pavillon de la Reine Jeanne in Les Baux-de-Provence, this loop explores landscapes shaped by bauxite mining. The route takes in tracks, hills and remnants of the past around Le Deffend and the Montpaon area.

Pavillon de la Reine Jeanne, a stone building with columns in Les Baux-de-Provence
Pavillon de la Reine Jeanne in Les Baux-de-Provence, the starting point for the hike. Photograph date not specified.
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Plan your visit

Address
Pavillon de la Reine Jeanne, Les Baux-de-Provence
Access and precautions
Stay on the marked route; the walk does not provide access to the former mining facilities. Check access restrictions for the hills and heat conditions before setting off.
Duration
2 hr 30 min
Distance
9.9 km
Difficulty
Easy
Prices
Check prices with the venue on its official website.
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Information checked on · Parcs naturels régionaux de la région Sud · Chemins des Parcs

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