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Back-to-school sport outings

To stay in shape

Are you a sports lover (or someone whose resolution is to exercise more 🙂) looking for new challenges? Here are some walking, running, and cycling events perfect for enjoying the landscapes and the sweetness of late summer in Vaucluse.

Walking to warm up

To gently ease ourselves back into exercise, let’s get moving with hiking trips.

Accompanied by a guide or at an organised event, hiking outings are an opportunity to discover the vineyards, the different facets of the Mont-Ventoux or the Luberon, and the fauna and flora of the Vaucluse region.
Practiced in groups, these outings are also a great shared experience.
In terms of athleticism, it requires adapting to the rhythm of others.
In short, the hikes taking place at the beginning of the new school year will be a good way to spend time exercising without too much effort!

Did you know?

Did you know?

You can also speak directly to accompanying guides who offer hikes customised to your wishes.

Hiking in the Mont Ventoux

Hikes for the end of summer

Welcome Cocktail - Puyméras, My Village

Welcome Cocktail – Puyméras, My Village

Puyméras

Wednesday 29 July 2026 between 5 pm and 12 am. Guided departures.

Ascension du Mont Ventoux de nuit pour observer le lever de soleil intégral depuis Sainte Colombe

Ascension du Mont Ventoux de nuit pour observer le lever de soleil intégral depuis Sainte Colombe

Bédoin

Friday 10 July 2026 from 11 pm. Friday 31 July 2026 from 11 pm. Friday 14 August 2026 from 11.30 pm. Friday 21 August 2026 from 11.30 pm. Subject to favorable weather. Cancelled in case of bad weather. Postponed in case of bad weather. On demand.

Sunset hiking with AVentoux'Rando

Sunset hiking with AVentoux’Rando

Bédoin

Thursday 23 July 2026 between 6 pm and 11 pm. Thursday 30 July 2026 between 6 pm and 11 pm. Thursday 13 August 2026 between 5.30 pm and 11 pm. Thursday 20 August 2026 between 5.30 pm and 11 pm. Thursday 27 August 2026 between 5.30 pm and 11 pm. Subject to favorable weather. Cancelled in case of bad weather. Postponed in case of bad weather. On demand.

Climb Mont Ventoux by night to watch the sunrise from Chalet Reynard

Climb Mont Ventoux by night to watch the sunrise from Chalet Reynard

Bédoin

Wednesday 22 July 2026 between 3.15 am and 10 am. Wednesday 29 July 2026 between 3.15 am and 10 am. Wednesday 5 August 2026 between 3.15 am and 10 am. Wednesday 12 August 2026 between 3.15 am and 10 am. Wednesday 19 August 2026 between 3.15 am and 10 am. Wednesday 26 August 2026 between 3.15 am and 10 am. Subject to favorable weather. Cancelled in case of bad weather. Postponed in case of bad weather. On demand.

A gourmet stroll at Domaine des Garances

A gourmet stroll at Domaine des Garances

Suzette

From 01/04 to 31/08/2026 from Monday to Saturday between 11 am and 12.30 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6 pm. Subject to favorable weather.

Self-guided tour in the footsteps of the Bernardins

Self-guided tour in the footsteps of the Bernardins

Beaumes-de-Venise

From 01/01 to 31/12/2026 from Monday to Saturday between 9 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Sunday.

Cycling & hiking with Apiflow

Cycling & hiking with Apiflow

Robion

From 01/01 to 31/12/2026 daily.

Fanny Flow - Chemin de la liberté

Fanny Flow – Chemin de la liberté

Mérindol

From 01/01 to 31/12/2026 daily.

Challenge yourself with running

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Did you know?

Did you know?

Some races also offer courses for children!

Challenges to help you get and/ or keep fit in the new school year

Throughout the months of September, October and November, take part in several organized races.
With friends, on the ochre paths, in the city, and with short, medium or long distances, there will definitely be an option that corresponds to your desires and your level.
And why not register for several events to keep fit?

Runs, half-marathons and marthons at the end of summer

Races in the City of Popes

Races in the City of Popes

Avignon

Sunday 4 October 2026.

A pedalling workout

Are you more of a cycling fan? Then get in the saddle!

With the legendary Mont-Ventoux but also thanks to the “Accueil vélo” network, which provides numerous services for cyclists, Vaucluse is a destination of choice for fans of cycling, mountain biking or gravel biking.
So, it’s no surprise that many cycling events are scheduled throughout the year, especially in the autumn.ement à l’automne.

Practical info

Don’t miss

The major autumn cycling event with Avignon vélo Passion brings together all the cycling practices for a 3-day event: road bikes, MTB, BMX, urban bikes, electric bikes, push bikes and more.

Cycling in vineyards

Cycling events at the end of summer

L'Étape du Tour de France Femmes with Zwift

L’Étape du Tour de France Femmes with Zwift

Vaison-la-Romaine

Thursday 6 August 2026. From Tuesday August 4 to Wednesday August 5, there will be a 2-day village in Vaison-la-Romaine. You'll be able to pick up your race number and make final adjustments with our partners and exhibitors.

Valreas Bike X-perience

Valreas Bike X-perience

Valréas

Saturday 22 August 2026 between 8 am and 11 pm.

The Great Cycle Route Festival on the ViaRhôna

The Great Cycle Route Festival on the ViaRhôna

Avignon

Sunday 4 October 2026 between 10 am and 5 pm.

And more if you desire!

Canoe in the Rhone rvier
Practical info

Top Tip

Find all of our activity ideas on the dedicated page on the Provence Guide website!

Paddle, inhale, swim

Between two city courses and other ascents of Mont Ventoux, you can relax during a canoe outing or a yoga session.
And for the most athletic among you, combine the activities and participate in the “Ventouxman” triathlon!

Other sports outings for the end of summer

Séjours randonnées à cheval et yoga avec le Poney Rouge

Séjours randonnées à cheval et yoga avec le Poney Rouge

Villes-sur-Auzon

From Thursday 14 to Sunday 17 May 2026. From Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 July 2026. From Monday 3 to Thursday 6 August 2026.

Plongez dans l'été : Piscine l'Attente

Plongez dans l’été : Piscine l’Attente

Orange

From 06/07 to 30/08/2026 daily.

Summer schedule – Nadège Bressy

Summer schedule – Nadège Bressy

Vaison-la-Romaine

From 06/07 to 03/08/2026 on Monday from 9 am and from 6 pm. On Wednesday from 9 am. On Thursday from 9 am.