Mont Ventoux Hiking Tour

Known as the “Giant of Provence,” Mont Ventoux dominates the landscape and stands as one of the region’s most iconic natural landmarks. Rising above the surrounding plains, its powerful silhouette creates an immediate sense of scale and openness. While world-famous for the Tour de France, the mountain also reveals a quieter, more authentic side to those who explore it on foot, away from the road and the crowds.

Hiking on Mont Ventoux offers an exceptional diversity of trails, suitable for both relaxed walkers and experienced hikers. Routes wind through forests, alpine meadows, and increasingly mineral landscapes, each section offering a distinct atmosphere and constantly changing scenery that reflects the mountain’s unique character, serenity, and timeless appeal in every season.

As elevation is gained, breathtaking viewpoints begin to unfold. Hikers may encounter seasonal wildflowers, birds of prey, and wide-open panoramas stretching across Provence, with vineyards and villages below and, on clear days, the distant peaks of the Alps appearing on the horizon, enhancing the sense of vastness and freedom.

Reaching the summit is a powerful and memorable moment. The stark, almost lunar landscape contrasts with the greenery below, while sweeping 360-degree views reward the effort and invite quiet contemplation. For lunch, hikers are invited to bring their own picnic, carried in their backpack, for a flexible and scenic break along the trail.