Another fine day as we continued our trek through Provence. We started by walking back towards the site of Glanum, where we picked up the GR6 (another of France's long-distance walking paths) to take us towards Les Baux-de-Provence.
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| Today's tourists at the Ancients as we were leaving |
The path started as most GRs seem to, by heading uphill. It soon became somewhat of an obstacle course, with metal steps, security chains, and slippery rocks to contend with.
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| Walking on the GR6 presented some challenges |
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| A bit of a scramble |
We emerged on a plateau on the Alpilles, with distant views to both north and south.
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| Up in the scrub of the Alpille hills |
The path was fairly level for a while. We passed a group of horses with riders, a few walkers, and a few mountain bikers. Eventually the castle of Les Baux came into view.
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| I think we're going over there |
We entered Les Baux via the Chemin de l'Enfer (Pathway of Hell). When we got there we found we were not alone. Tourists had come from far and wide (judging by the languages spoken and the country identification codes on the number plates) to visit this unusual village.
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| Les Baux-de-Provence, like other "most beautiful villages in France", attracts large numbers of tourists |
We wandered the streets for several minutes before moving on.
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| Some historic sights at Les Baux |
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| Les Baux |
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| More tourists at Les Baux |
There were some excellent views of Les Baux, and its imposing castle, on the way out of town.
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| Looking back at the castle and village of Les Baux |
The next few hours were spent following the GR6 north to where it joined the GR653D, and then up and down in the Alpilles until we emerged at the Chapelle Saint-Gabriel. Our accommodation was just a short distance further on.
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| The Chapelle Saint-Gabriel |
Day: 66
Distance: 21.99 km
Walking time: 4hrs 33mins
Elevation gain: 535 metres
Cumulative distance: 1640.33 km
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