Pernes, a region in the Vaucluse department of France, is situated against the Monts de Vaucluse, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. Its location between Mont Ventoux and the Luberon provides a diverse landscape of foothills, vineyards, olive groves, and historic waterways like the Carpentras Canal. This area is well-suited for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and more, with routes exploring the Provençal countryside.
Pernes offers more than 20 routes…
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105
riders
122km
05:10
230m
230m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

80
riders
99.4km
04:21
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
92.9km
03:57
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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91.6km
04:53
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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33
riders
57.6km
04:02
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
66.1km
05:05
680m
680m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

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riders
87.8km
05:36
460m
460m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

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riders
56.1km
04:24
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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51
hikers
10.3km
02:48
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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10.1km
02:43
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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17
hikers
9.39km
02:31
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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17
hikers
21.9km
05:46
190m
200m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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21
riders
58.7km
04:28
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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20
riders
19.2km
01:19
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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riders
102km
06:35
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

10
riders
41.3km
03:02
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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22
runners
22.5km
02:31
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
14.4km
01:31
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
6.93km
00:45
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
12.4km
01:22
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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riders
32.7km
02:04
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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18.2km
01:17
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy gravel ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

2
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40.3km
02:44
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Pernes offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features varied terrain from the Monts de Vaucluse to historic waterways.
Pernes offers mountain biking trails for various skill levels. Options range from challenging routes like 'Les contreforts des Monts de Vaucluse' (approximately 12 miles [20 km]) to easier, shorter trails. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Pernes guide.
Mountain bike trails in Pernes traverse varied terrain, including the foothills of the Monts de Vaucluse. Riders can expect routes through vineyards, olive groves, and cherry orchards, offering diverse landscapes.
Road cyclists can explore numerous routes through the Provençal countryside, including loops towards Bédoin and Crillon-le-Brave, and the Suzette Pass – Via Venaissia loop. The region is known for its quiet roads through greenery and vineyards. Discover more in the Road Cycling Routes around Pernes guide.
Pernes is a key stop on several touring cycling routes, including sections of the Via Venaissia, a greenway connecting Orange to Velleron. This route, redeveloped from an old railway line, offers a peaceful ride through picturesque landscapes. The Cycling around Pernes guide provides further details.
Numerous hiking trails are available for all skill levels, from easy walks along the Carpentras Canal to more challenging routes in the Monts de Vaucluse. Hikers can enjoy views of Mont Ventoux and the rich terroir. The Hiking around Pernes guide offers detailed information.
Yes, Pernes offers options suitable for families, such as easy walks along the Carpentras Canal and shorter, less challenging mountain bike trails. The flat and scenic paths of the Via Venaissia greenway are also suitable for family touring cycling.
The Pernes region features the Monts de Vaucluse, Mont Ventoux, and the dramatic Dentelles de Montmirail. The historic Carpentras Canal also runs through the area, and the town itself is famous for its 41 historic fountains.
Pernes features more than 20 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 8,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Pernes, including MTB Trails around Pernes, Road Cycling Routes around Pernes, Cycling around Pernes, Hiking around Pernes, Gravel biking around Pernes, and Running Trails around Pernes.
Official tourism information for Pernes-les-Fontaines is available through Porte du Ventoux Tourisme. Their website is porteduventoux.com. The tourist office can also be reached by phone at +33 (0)4 90 61 31 04.

