The Combe de Curnier

This hike on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux, narrow, wooded and always chilly, carved out by capricious waters, leads to a vast panoramic view.

Technical sheet

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A Bédoin walk posted on 15/04/13 by djhoward. Last update : 04/06/20
  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 9.24 km
  • ◔
    Calculated time: 4h 30 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: Yes
  • ↗
    Vertical gain: + 639 m
  • ↘
    Vertical drop: - 643 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,070 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 432 m
View of the Combe de Curnier

Description

Go to Bédoin, cross the village and take the Route du Mont Ventoux which leads to Chalet Reynard. About 200 m further on, turn left on "le Chemin de la Montagne" just before the petrol station "les Lavandes" and follow it until the car park "les Colombets", with signs to "Chambres d'hôtes de Curnier". The car park is located about 100 m after the guest houses.

(S) From the car park, climb the Combe de Curnier on the PR up to the top of the valley to reach a track.

(1) Turn right for a hundred meters then fork left to continue the long climb on the track that joins the Jas des Landérots.

(2) This sheep pen and the clearing offer a panoramic view over Bédoin and the entire valley. At this crossing point, take the GR91B to the left, in the direction of the Jas du Pié Gros. Stay on the main track that leads around the mountainside for approximately 1.5km.

(3) Once you have reached the Jas du Pié Gros, leave the GR to descend left on the PR in the direction of Replanas.
(S) From the car park, climb the Combe de Curnier on the PR up to the top of the valley to reach a track.

(1) Turn right for a hundred meters then fork left to continue the long climb on the track that joins the Jas des Landérots.

(2) This sheep pen and the clearing offer a panoramic view over Bédoin and the entire valley. At this crossing, take the GR91B to the left, in the direction of the Jas du Pié Gros. Stay on the main track that leads around the mountainside for approximately 1.5km.

(3) Once you have reached the Jas du Pié Gros, leave the GR to descend left on the PR in the direction of Replanas.

(S) From the car park, climb the Combe de Curnier on the PR up to the top of the valley to reach a track.

(1) Turn right for a hundred meters then fork left to continue the long climb on the track that joins the Jas des Landérots.

(2) This sheep pen and the clearing offer a panoramic view over Bédoin and the entire valley. At this crossing, take the GR91B to the left, in the direction of the Jas du Pié Gros. Stay on the main track that leads around the mountainside for approximately 1.5km.

(3) Once you have reached the Jas du Pié Gros, leave the GR to descend left on the PR in the direction of Replanas.

(4) Once you get to the GR91, continue left to reach the car park.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 447 m
  2. 1 : km 1.96 - alt. 711 m - Leave the valley
  3. 2 : km 3.91 - alt. 1,017 m - Jas des Landérots (sheep pen)
  4. 3 : km 5.69 - alt. 944 m - Jas du Pié Gros (sheep pen)
  5. 4 : km 8.43 - alt. 442 m - Intersection with GR91.
  6. S/E : km 9.24 - alt. 447 m

Useful Information

In the winter and early spring, take a spare pair of socks or even shoes because their can be a lot of water.

Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.

Reviews and comments

5 / 5
Based on 2 reviews

Clarity of route description
5 / 5
Clarity of route map
5 / 5
Walk interest
5 / 5
SanSeg
SanSeg

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : 16/04/24
Clarity of route description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Walk interest : ★★★★★ Very good

We followed the instructions as a family with 2 kids (8 and 10 years old). Beautifull path with nice small « combe » and beautiful views.
The « jas » has been renovated and looks good, nice resting point to sit enjoy a pauze.

Peter Linacre
Peter Linacre

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : 18/01/19
Clarity of route description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Walk interest : ★★★★★ Very good

We know the area well but had not done this walk. An excellent walk on the south face of Ventoux. Good walking boots essential.

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