Sunset hike on Sainte-Victoire mountain

Sunset is the best time to admire Sainte-Victoire as the mountain takes on beautiful shades of pink and gold. The end of the day is also the ideal moment to observe the local flora, when everything becomes calmer and more peaceful. This late-afternoon hike is the perfect way to end your day, enjoying the cooler temperatures and sharing a friendly picnic while watching the sun set. Experience a magical moment as the changing light transforms this legendary mountain and create lasting memories.

Laura, your hiking guide, will share the history of Sainte-Victoire Mountain and the remarkable places you will discover along the way. Several stops are planned throughout the walk, giving you the opportunity to catch your breath, learn more about the area's history and admire the stunning surrounding scenery.

The hike lasts approximately 4,5 hours, with a total elevation gain of no more than 400 metres.

Please note! This hike takes place on uneven terrain, following narrow, rocky mountain paths that can be slippery in places. Walking poles are recommended for participants with knee problems. The hike is suitable for people in good physical condition and for children who are accustomed to walking on hiking trails. If you have any doubts about your ability to complete this hike, please do not hesitate to contact us before making a reservation: resaix@aixenprovencetourism.com.

The starting point of the hike is located outside Aix-en-Provence, and no shuttle service is provided. You can reach the meeting point by public transport from Aix-en-Provence city centre (bus 140).

Not suitable for wheelchair users.
 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

• Guided walk lasting approximately 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes, depending on the group's walking pace and size.
• Moderate hike. Uneven terrain. Elevation gain: +/- 400 m.
• Meeting point: Parking du Bouquet.
• Please bring a picnic dinner, hiking shoes or trail running shoes, sunscreen, a hat, walking poles if required, at least 2 litres of water
• As the walk finishes close to nightfall please bring also a headlamp or flashlight.
• Not included: picnic dinner and headlamp/flashlight.
• Languages: French, English and Spanish.
• Suitable for participants aged 8 and over.
• Participants must be able to walk for at least 3 hours on mountain trails.
• Proper hiking or trail running shoes are mandatory. Participants wearing unsuitable footwear or who are not in sufficient physical condition may be refused participation.
• After your booking is confirmed, your hiking guide will contact you to organise your outing.

WHEN DOES THIS ACTIVITY TAKE PLACE?

• At 6:30 pm: 8, 13, 20 and 27 July, and 3 August 2026
• At 6:00 pm: 10, 17 and 31 August 206
• The provider reserves the right to open additional time slots.

RATES:

• Adult: 36 €
• Children aged 8 to 11: 25 €
• Recipients of minimum social benefits or unemployment benefits: 25 €

From June to September, the Sainte-Victoire mountain site may be closed* by prefectural order depending on the day's weather conditions.
Please check the evening before at myprovence.fr/enviedebalade (Sainte-Victoire and Concors), or call +33 (0)8 11 20 13 13 (premium-rate number).