Oppède
Mourre de Cairas
Route
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
4h
Distance
11km
Positive elevation gain
662 meters
Negative elevation gain
663 meters
Altitude
Min. 222 meters
Max. 723 meters
Tourist service in Oppède :
After Mourre Nègre on the Grand Luberon, here is Mourre of Cairas, at the peak of the Petit Luberon. Not less spectacular, on the contrary!
When leaving Oppède-le-Vieux, an authentic village, the route runs along the shady side of the massif and sandstone outcrops, then gradually rises until the Hautes Plaines and Mourre de Cairas, the highest point of the Petit Luberon (733m). The forest atmosphere gives way to open areas dotted with boxwood, serviceberries and oaks, and finally herbaceous vegetation, place of ancestral grazing. On the way back, the steep and rocky descent delivers spectacular views.
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public transportation
TER train station in Cavaillon
Zou bus line 18: Cavaillon - Apt (stop about 1km from the starting point)
>> More information about the network and times
Zou bus line 18: Cavaillon - Apt (stop about 1km from the starting point)
>> More information about the network and times
recommended parking
Oppède le Vieux - place de la Croix
To note
- In the spring, flocks of animals are on the summits, beware of livestock dogs guarding them!
- The paths are rocky: make sure you are wearing good footwear!
- Think to take a hat and water with you. The route is exposed to the sun a lot. Avoid summer, and choose to do this hike in winter or spring, as it does not have much shade.
If you want to report a problem on your hike (marking, maintenance, danger...), let us know on Suricate: sentinels.sportsdenature.fr
Access to the massifs
Respect the regulations preserving protected natural areas – find out about restrictions to accessing the massifs during fire risk periods, from 15 June to 15 September.
Before heading out, check the website
Respect the regulations preserving protected natural areas – find out about restrictions to accessing the massifs during fire risk periods, from 15 June to 15 September.
Before heading out, check the website
In brief
- Discovery of Mourre du Caïras, the summit of Petit Luberon (726 m).
- Hike over the summits via the Cuestas, and views of wonderful limestone cliffs.
- Ambiance between the garrigue and oak groves
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Parc naturel régional du LuberonGuided hikes
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