Loop around Provence Energy Mines North (Bouches-du-Rhône)

Hike in Bouches-du-Rhone department around Provence Energy mines North trail from Greasque via Mimet, Gardanne, Meyreuil and Fuveau. Guest House, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Camping, Shelter, Inn, Shops.

Tour en Provence Mines d'énergies Nord (Bouches-du-Rhône)

The landscape of Provence Mines d'énergies Nord, located in the Pays d'Aix region, is a mosaic of limestone hills and gently rolling plains. This area, marked by its past as a lignite mining site, juxtaposes Provençal nature with discreet vestiges of industrial activity, such as vegetated spoil heaps. The flora is typically Mediterranean: fragrant garrigue, composed of thyme and rosemary, dominates the dry slopes, while Aleppo pine forests and holm oaks cover the higher ground. Reforestation areas are also found on former mining sites, creating a recovering ecosystem. The fauna is that of the Provençal maquis, rich in insects (cicadas), small reptiles, as well as wild boar and birds that nest in the pine forests, creating the bright, dry atmosphere characteristic of inland Provence.

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Distance: 42km, Elevation maximum: 538m, Elevation minimum: 177m, Elevation gain uphill: 757m
IGN Maps: 3143ET - AIX-EN-PROVENCE / VITROLLES / LAMBESC. 3145ET - MARSEILLE / LES CALANQUES. 3244ET - MONTAGNE SAINTE-VICTOIRE / AIX-EN-PROVENCE / GARDANNE / TRETS. 3245ET - AUBAGNE / LA CIOTAT / MASSIF DE LA SAINTE-BAUME.

Nearby paths:
Loop around Provence Energy Mines South (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Loop around Provence Energy Mines East (Bouches-du-Rhône)
GR®9 From Jura to Mediterranean sea
GR®69 La Routo
GR®653A Via Aurelia
GR®2013 Marseille-Provence

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR�7, GR�70 Stevenson Path, GR�72, GR�700 Regordane Way, GR�470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP� Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.