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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

Gourmet walk and Paëlla in the vineyards

Gourmet walk and Paëlla in the vineyards

Saint-Romain-en-Viennois

Saturday 20 June 2026 from 9.30 am.

Balades Ornithologiques

Balades Ornithologiques

Rustrel

From 01/04 to 30/06, every Thursday.

Sunset hiking with AVentoux'Rando

Sunset hiking with AVentoux’Rando

Bédoin

From 01/07 to 31/08/2026. 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.

Discover our mountains on a trail with aventoux’rando

Discover our mountains on a trail with aventoux’rando

Vaison-la-Romaine

From 01/01 to 31/12, daily. Subject to favorable weather. Postponed in case of bad weather. On demand.

Rando'Secours avec AVentoux'Rando

Rando’Secours avec AVentoux’Rando

Vaison-la-Romaine

From 01/01 to 31/12, daily. Subject to favorable weather. Postponed in case of bad weather. On demand.

2-Day First-Aid Hike with AVentoux'Rando

2-Day First-Aid Hike with AVentoux’Rando

Vaison-la-Romaine

From 01/01 to 31/12, daily between 9 am and 5 pm. Booking required.

Randonnées associatives Randosacado

Randonnées associatives Randosacado

Vaison-la-Romaine

All year round, daily.

Path in the vineyards of Château Pesquié

Path in the vineyards of Château Pesquié

Mormoiron

From 01/03 to 30/04/2026 from Monday to Saturday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Sunday. From 01/05 to 30/09/2026 daily between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. From 01/10 to 31/12/2026 from Monday to Saturday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Sunday.

Challenge yourself with running

Trail in Vaucluse
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

Ventoux Half Marathon

Ventoux Half Marathon

Bédoin

Sunday 5 July 2026 from 8 am.

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

Lavender cycle ride

Lavender cycle ride

Sault

Saturday 11 July 2026 Departure times between 7 am and 10 am.

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.

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.

Yin Yoga & Live Music Evening

Yin Yoga & Live Music Evening

Saint-Léger-du-Ventoux

Tuesday 7 July 2026 from 7 pm.

Yin yoga, live music and sacred Amazonian chants with Nadège Bressy

Yin yoga, live music and sacred Amazonian chants with Nadège Bressy

Vaison-la-Romaine

Friday 29 May 2026 between 7 pm and 9 pm. Friday 12 June 2026 between 7 pm and 9 pm.

Carpentras Triathlon

Carpentras Triathlon

Carpentras

Sunday 14 June 2026.

Avignon celebrates International Yoga Day!

Avignon celebrates International Yoga Day!

Avignon

Sunday 21 June 2026 between 7.30 am and 8.45 am.

Séance de yoga aux Jardins de l'Abbaye

Séance de yoga aux Jardins de l’Abbaye

Villeneuve-lez-Avignon

Friday 29 May 2026 between 9.30 am and 10.30 am. Friday 12 June 2026 between 9.30 am and 10.30 am. Friday 26 June 2026 between 9.30 am and 10.30 am.