Trail running at Mont Ventoux: 19 Uni’Vert Trail Routes
Conquer the trails of Mont Ventoux, where every stride fuels your passion and every ascent rewards you with breathtaking views.
©Damien Rosso Embrace the thrill of mountain running in the stunning landscape of Mont Ventoux! The Mont Ventoux Regional Nature Park is a trail runner's paradise, offering an exhilarating experience for enthusiasts of all levels. With XNUMX officially certified Uni’Vert Trail routes, each trail is carefully marked and secured, allowing you to explore this breathtaking territory, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Each route invites you to connect with nature, discover hidden gems, and challenge yourself against the backdrop of this iconic mountain. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, the trails of Mont Ventoux promise unforgettable adventures in the great outdoors.
1. Lemon
Difficulty: Green
Start Point: Mormoiron, School Parking
Distance: 11,2 km
Elevation Gain: 250 m
Discover the beauty of the Mont Ventoux as you traverse wooded paths and ridges, offering stunning views of the mountain and Mormoiron.
2. Hermitage Valley
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Ville-sur-Auzon, Claude Bérard esplanade
Distance: 14 km
Elevation Gain: 420 m
Experience panoramic views of Mont Ventoux, the Vaucluse mountains, the Dentelles de Montmirail, and local villages as you descend through the Combe de l'Ermitage.
3. Chapelle Saint-Jean
Difficulty: Red
Start Point:
Flassan, village hall
Distance: 18 km
Elevation Gain: 650 m
This route begins in Flassan and features a steady ascent through a cool, wooded valley to the Chapelle Saint-Jean, perched at 1,041 m.
4. Piegros
Difficulty : Blue
Start Points: Velleron: Pichichi Bridge Parking; Pernes-les-Fontaines: ENS Chemin de Fontblanque Parking
Distance: 12,4 km
Elevation Gain: 410 m
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Comtat Venaissin plain, Dentelles de Montmirail, and Mont Ventoux while navigating rocky paths.
5. Mur de la Peste
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Methamis, parking lot on Rue des Grandes Aires
Distance: 12,5 km
Elevation Gain: 500 m
Ascend to panoramic vistas of the Méthamis vineyards and Mont Ventoux before tackling a technical descent over rocky terrain.
©Damien Rosso 6. Departmental forest
Difficulty: Green
Start Point: Le Beaucet, Beaucet car park
Distance: 10,4 km
Elevation Gain: 370 m
This accessible trail features a gentle ascent at the start and alternates between shaded and sunny sections.
7. Between Venasque and Beaucet
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Le Beaucet, Beaucet car park
Distance: 15 km
Elevation Gain: 500 m
This slightly more challenging trail begins with the same ascent as Route 6, leading through a beautiful calade and a steep climb near the Venasque climbing routes.
8. Nesque background
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Venasque, city stadium
Distance: 19 km
Elevation Gain: 720 m
This unique route takes you through the Combe du Diable, the Notre Dame de Vie Priory, the Fond de Nesque, and finally to the village of Venasque.
9. Saint Gens
Difficulty: Red
Start Point: Venasque city stadium
Distance: 18,8 km
Elevation Gain: 780 m
A technical course featuring a continuous rocky ascent, stunning valley views, and a descent through the village of Le Beaucet and the Chapelle Saint-Siffrein.
Visite des Combes
Difficulty: Black
Start Point: Venasque, city stadium
Distance: 39,2 km
Elevation Gain: 1700 m
A demanding route with significant distance and elevation gain, showcasing the stunning rock formations at the summit of Les 3 Luisants and passing through the area's most beautiful combes, including Mayaud, Fontaine du Rupt, Capellan, and Nisarde. Caution: this trail runs close to hunting areas at km 29.
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©Damien Rosso 11. Gros Pata
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Bédoin, Chemin de la Font du Loup
Distance: 15,4 km
Elevation Gain: 620 m
A sequence of ascents and descents leads you to the Gros Pata rock, the Combe Obscure, and the Ochre quarries of Bédoin.
12. Tête de l'Hermine
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Bédoin, Chemin de la Font du Loup
Distance: 17 km
Elevation Gain: 720 m
This route features alternating ascents and descents, with shaded climbs and beautiful views of the Comtat plain on the descent. Discover the Combe du Grand Barbeirol and the Ochre quarries of Bédoin.
13. Collet Rouge
Difficulty: Red
Start Point: Bédoin, Chemin de la Font du Loup
Distance: 23,5 km
Elevation Gain: 1100 m
This trail takes you through the Combe de Malaval, offering panoramic views of the Comtat Venaissin and the Alps. Note: there is an exposed ridge section along the route.
14. Grand Ventoux
Difficulty: Black
Start Point: Bédoin, Chemin de la Font du Loup
Distance: 50 km
Elevation Gain: 2550 m
A long and demanding trail leading to the summit of Ventoux with breathtaking 360-degree views, alternating between rocky paths and single tracks.
15. Montée/Descente
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Chemin de la Font du Loup
Distance: 10 km
Elevation Gain: 550 m
A short but steep ascent through shaded paths, followed by a descent offering views of the village of Bédoin.
©Damien Rosso 16. Montée Sèche
Difficulty: Red
Start Point: Bédoin, Les Colombets Hamlet
Distance: 16 km
Elevation Gain: 1450 m
An out-and-back route featuring varying inclines, leading to panoramic views from the summit over the Sault plateau, Dentelles de Montmirail, the Rhône Delta, the Alpilles, and the Vaucluse mountains. Be aware: the last third of the ascent is often cold and windy.
17. Round to Verdolier
Difficulty: Green
Start Point: Sault, Aires Parking
Distance: 10 km
Elevation Gain: 270 m
A leisurely route with stunning views over Sault, lavender fields, and spelt fields.
18. Coteau de la Meynière
Difficulty : Blue
Start Point: Sault, Aires Parking
Distance: 16 km
Elevation Gain: 480 m
Enjoy magnificent views of Mont Ventoux from the Saint-Jean viewpoint along this smooth trail.
19. Lavandes des Hauteures
Difficulty: Red
Start Point: Sault, Aires Parking
Distance: 21 km
Elevation Gain: 670 m
Starting from the lavender fields of Sault, this trail features spectacular views of Mont Ventoux and a technical descent towards Saint-Jean.