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Mormoiron · Vaucluse

MORMOIRON – Gypsum

This walking loop around Mormoiron passes through vineyards, cherry orchards and olive groves before reaching wooded paths. The official route highlights former gypsum workings and several views of the village and Ventoux. Allow two hours, including a stretch of road with no pavement.

Panoramic view of Mormoiron, a heritage site featured on the gypsum trail
The village of Mormoiron, a heritage feature explicitly highlighted on the gypsum trail. Panorama from January 2009, taken off the route: this photo shows neither the quarries nor the starting car park.
Jean-Marc Rosier (de/from http://www.cjrosier.com + http://www.gordes-immobilier.com ) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Credits · Resizing and WebP compression; proportions preserved; may be cropped for display. Derivative versions under CC BY-SA 3.0.

Plan your visit

Address
Mormoiron, parking du chemin de Ratoneau
Access and precautions
After the gendarmerie, a stretch of road has no pavement: take great care. Respect hunting signs, livestock and access restrictions for the massif. Access on the day is not confirmed.
Duration
2 hours
Distance
4.3 km
Difficulty
Very easy
Prices
Check prices with the venue on its official website.
Official sourceTrail guideDirections

Information checked on · Parcs naturels régionaux de la région Sud · Chemins des Parcs

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