Where to practice an individual sport Luberon

This forest was first born in the imagination of some foresters who went to collect cedar seeds in the Algerian Middle Atlas. The cedar forest forms a massif of 250 hectares, divided between the communes of Bonnieux, Lacoste and Ménerbes. There are a lot of walks to do and the levels are quite easy. One can easily walk along the whole crest of the Petit Luberon to Cheval Blanc or to Oppède. But beware, it is necessary to provide a vehicle for the return.

Whether you're new to this noble animal or an excellent rider, the center offers a range of rides with original themes on the relationship between man and animal. You can also take a ride in the garrigue, the hermitage, the hills, at sunset with champagne or even swim with your mount. We also offer trips in Provence, with varied itineraries chosen with the same care.

Courses are offered all year round, from beginners to advanced riders. Horse-drawn carriage rides are also available at this renowned equestrian center.

The hike from Cabrières d'Aigues to Mourre Nègre is a rather sporty excursion that takes you through a magnificent forest of Aleppo pines to the summit of Mourre Nègre. From the parking lot at Cabrières d'Aigues town hall, you'll follow a 16 km-long marked trail via the Chemin des Méritants, the Couleton and the Basse de Cabrières, before climbing the highest peak in the Luberon. In practical terms, this is a loop, which means you return to the starting point. Allow around 7 hours to complete this hike, taking into account breaks and individual pace. The reward at the top is well worth all the effort, as the breathtaking panoramic view over the southern Luberon, with its green hills, peaceful valleys and perched villages, is simply breathtaking!

From the village square, there are many looping footpaths. Some have a bit of a history. Such is the case of the chemin des Fileuses, named after the spinners from Cabrières d'Avignon who came to work at the Fontaine-de-Vaucluse wool mill. 5 km of sometimes narrow paths through garrigue and natural caves to the old quarries of Cabrières-d'Avignon. From the village square, cross the bridge towards Cavaillon, then take the Gordes tourist route to the youth hostel.

Lanes, monkey bridges, zip lines and footbridges are a delight for young and old alike, supervised by a young, dynamic team. No physical predisposition is required, just an introductory course (approx. 10 min.). The courses have several levels, 6 of which are accessible to children, including the "spider net". Younger children, aged 2 and over, can try their hand at the "Feather" course. A continuous lifeline, accessible to all, allows you to move around the courses without ever being unhooked.

Located between Fontaine de Vaucluse and Lagnes, just 6 km from L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, this park offers a unique outdoor experience. With over 130 games and evolving courses, there's something for all levels and ages. Reservations are required, and the park provides all the equipment needed for safe play. A snack bar is also available on site.

Murs, a small town in the Vaucluse region, offers a variety of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. The Association Spéléologique Ambiance Spéléologique Mursoise offers caving initiations, outings and camps, enabling visitors to discover the region's underground wonders. In addition to caving, Murs also offers other activities such as escape games, fishing, golf, climbing, paragliding, adventure courses, via ferrata, paintball and mini-golf.

For lovers of original hiking tours in the (large) south-eastern quarter of France, but also in the rest of France, Italy, Germany, Portugal and several other European countries: Chemins du Sud is the agency for you. Created more than twenty years ago by a former shepherd mountain leader, Nicolas Dessaux, it has been able from the outset to win the confidence of many hikers and also - and above all - to remain among the leading agencies based in the South of France.

Discover the ochre massif and the Luberon in a horse-drawn carriage with Olivier, from the Bruoux mines to the ochre path of Roussillon via the Conservatoire des Ocres. Olivier will tell you the story of this natural pigment mixed with the sands of the cliffs and the history of the local fauna and flora. The walk takes you through the typical hamlets of the region with a break for a tasting of fruit juices and wines from the surrounding estates. Olivier also organises visits to vineyards in the autumn or to fields of aromatic plants in the spring.

Located on the heights of Saumane, this 18-hole golf course offers a lovely 6,099-meter course. Surrounded by wooded hills, it offers magnificent views of the Luberon and Vaucluse mountains. The course, with its 38 strategically placed bunkers, is quite technical, making it a benchmark in the region. There's also spacious, well-equipped residential accommodation, a bar and a restaurant: L'Élégant.