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Come and get some fresh air on the greenway that links La Roque to Mallemort, via Charleval.
This first section was put into service in 2019. It is lined with picnic areas, rest areas and information panels on local biodiversity. As a bonus... a breathtaking view of the Luberon massif, right in front of you..: Lauris, this perched Provencal village.
A new section has just recently been put into service; it extends the route by a few more kilometres and winds through the vegetation, passing small wooden bridges and passages on gratings. An opportunity to be completely immersed in the heart of green islands.
A magnificent landscape to discover! You find yourself in the hollow of the bed of the Durance... This mythical river, with an unsuspected richness in terms of specific fauna and flora. In particular, you will discover 101 species of birds which find in these preserved areas, a tranquility and an environment adapted to them.
The Durance concentrates 15% of the fauna and flora of France. It is part of the Natura 2000 network.
The Itinerary is signposted. It can be taken from Mallemort, Charleval or La Roque d'Anthéron.
This first section is 14 km long. To join Senas you have to ride 23 km.
Be careful..., the banks of the Durance are unstable.
Stay on the path, especially in times of rain. The flow of the Durance can vary very quickly depending on rainfall and the release of water from upstream dams.
For more information: > SMAVD website
Although bicycles, walkers and horse riders are allowed in this preserved and now equipped area, motor vehicles are strictly forbidden, as indicated on the signs put up by the SMAVD.
An originality specific to Dame Durance... Do you know the "venom stone"? The magic stone of Provence... At all times, magical and protective powers have been attributed to this stone.
Go and discover the Variolite! Take a good look where you set foot... On the banks of the Durance River, it is easy to distinguish it with its characteristic pustules... Variolite is all that remains of an ocean sunk in the bowels of Provence.
