Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · Hiking

Chemin de Paracol

0.6 mi
round trip
683 ft
climb
1,511 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Chemin de Paracol is an out-and-back trail, 0.6 miles each way (1.3 miles round trip) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It runs between about 960 ft and 1,510 ft above sea level, with roughly 620 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. The nearest town is Le Val, about 0.6 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include La Tête des Jannets, Colle de Paul and Le Cuit. Le Petit Baou and Les chutes du Grand Baou are within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping Le Grand Jardin is within about 6 miles. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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