Massif des Ochres du Luberon
A seam of red, yellow & orange rocks runs through a small part of the Luberon, from Roussillon to Rustrel.

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Enjoy views of the Luberon region on this short walk
This lovely hike in the Luberon region of Provence is great for most abilities of walkers. Stunning views and landscape on every part of the trail will make the 2hr 30 minute walk well worth it. Walking along the top of the large rocky cliff you can see for miles and enjoy the cool breeze.
This walk can be found on IGN map 3242 OT
A seam of red, yellow & orange rocks runs through a small part of the Luberon, from Roussillon to Rustrel.
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Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
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Starting in the village of Lioux you want to head out of the village towards the road that is at the bottom of the Falaise. Head up a path/road that is marked by blue marking, continue along the bottom of the Falaise until you reach a farmhouse. Once here head left and take the route going up the Falaise. Do the short climb up and keep walking along the top of the rock. At the other end you want tot ake the path that heads back down to Lioux and eventually ending up back where you started in the village.
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