Tour of the Baronnies Provençales - Hautes-Alpes alternative route
The Baronnies Provençales mountain range, a true natural gem, offers a beautiful week-long backpacking trip through a particularly well-preserved landscape.The journey begins in the Hautes-Alpes at Laborel. A stretch through the Orpierre region takes you past iconic landmarks (Montagne de Chabre, Orpierre cliffs...) and isolated villages.The trail crosses the Serrois region, known for its unique geology (cliffs, gorges, and folds that shape the landscape), and passes through the narrow upper Oule Valley, home to the pretty village of Montmorin. The loop ends in the charming medieval town of Rosans, at the gateway to the Drôme Provençale.

Pointed rock
This Pointed Rock dominates the Sentier des Moines. It stands out due to its shape. It emerges from the ground and overlooks the surroundings and offers a beautiful view of the village of Serres, its valley and the Buëch river. Its characteristic pointed shape is impressive  and makes it the geological specificity of Serres.

Viewpoint
The Sentier des Moines dominates the Serrois valley and offers beautiful views of the area, especially from the ridge Crête de Fontarache .

Crête de Fontarache
The Crête de Fontarache is an essential passage between Serres and the Col de Saumane for hikers following the Sentier des Moines.

Saumane Pass
The  Saumane Pass (1029 m) allows you to reach Serres via the Chapelle de Saumane or the ridge Crête de Fontarache. It also allows access to the Rocher de Jardanne and to reach the village of Sigottier. This grassy path, shaded by trees  offers an ideal venue for a break or a picnic in calm weather.

Sigottier Cliff
Overlooking Sigottier village, this cliff is a significant rock-climbing site. Around thirty routes are settled with an initiation area for beginners.

Col de Saint-Ange
Located on the mountain of Chabre, the Col de St-Ange stands out due to the impressive cliffs that surround it. A climbing site is located there.

La Blaisance
La Blaisance takes its source upstream from the town of Montjay, it is a confluence of several torrents. It flows to the town of Garde-Colombe, passing through Trescléoux. It then flows into the Buëch.