Loop between Villecroze and Tourtour

The trail initially follows the old Roman road overlooking the village of Villecroze. It arrives below the perched village of Tourtour and descends through the red bauxite soils.

Cross the parking lot, then take the first right and cross the small bridge. Continue along Chemin du Colombier. At the end of the paved road, keep left and go uphill to reach the muleteers' track. About 30 minutes later, you will emerge onto a paved road. Continue straight ahead. You have reached the end of the muleteers' track. About 30 minutes later, you will emerge onto a paved road. Continue straight ahead. At the end of the muleteers' track, continue along a path. Continue until you reach the "Stop" sign. Turn right onto Chemin des Clos and continue straight ahead for about 1 km. At the intersection, turn left onto Chemin de Gardure. Take the uphill path and pass "La Petite Auberge". Then continue left on the same path. At the top of the hill, at the last intersection, continue straight ahead. Then, turn right and you will arrive at the village of Tourtour. Cross Place des Ormeaux to the fountain, then turn left onto Rue Grande. At number 27, go down the stairs on the left. Then take the first hairpin bend to the left onto La Calade. At the bottom of the intersection, turn right and continue down to the next crossroads. Continue straight ahead on Chemin du Clos de la Colle. Then, turn left onto Chemin des Bernardins, then right onto Chemin des Tuiliers. Follow this descent overlooking the valley. When you see a private property, take the path that descends to the right, following the markings on the ground. At the bottom of the fork, take the right-hand track for about 200 meters. At the end of the left-hand bend, continue straight ahead off the track, then turn right and follow the markings on the ground. After a small embankment, take the second path on the left and enter the pine forest. Villecroze is about 30 minutes away. Continue along the path until you reach the village.

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