Sport and nature

The dry-stone huts of La Garriguette

At the foot of Mont Ventoux, in the sun-drenched hills, set off to discover an exceptional rural heritage in the heart of the orchards.

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This easy loop of 4,5 km for 2 hour walk (elevation change) +105m, marking orangeThe route begins at the parking lot of the Malemort-du-Comtat community center. Very accessible, it alternates between stony paths and passages through the heart of the... cherry and olive orchards of the Comtat Venaissin.

The route follows a meticulous inventory carried out by a local association, allowing exploration of a remarkable collection of 21 numbered boriesThese dry stone huts – formerly places for storage, shelter or pastoralism – dot the agricultural landscape and offer a rare immersion into Provençal rural know-how.

The loop offers a lively interpretation of the territory: low walls, benches (terraced crops)retaining walls, so many elements sculpted by the hand of man to tame the earth.

An ideal walk in spring during the flowering of the fruit trees, and in autumn to enjoy shimmering colours.

You'll love it:

  • An exceptional built heritage 21 bories listed, all different and carefully restored
  • An immersion in local agriculture in the heart of the cherry and olive trees of the Comtat (private properties to be respected).
  • An easy and accessible route, perfect for families and gentle discovery.
  • A typically Provençal atmosphere between stone, light and the scents of the garrigue.
  • The proximity of local producers to extend the local experience (olive oil, cherries, products from the Val de Nesque).

Very easy Loop
4,5 km 2h
Positive elevation
+ 105m
Departure / Arrival
Malemort-du-Comtat
Parking
Parking lot of the multi-purpose hall, Avenue du Docteur Tondut
Ventoux Sud Tourist Office

Office de Tourisme Intercommunal Ventoux Sud - Bureau de Villes-sur-Auzon
ZA des Fontaynes
84570 Villes-sur-Auzon

04 90 40 49 82

See the Tourist Office website
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