Tour of the Baronnies Provençales - Hautes-Alpes alternative route

This route is recommended as an 8-step hike starting from Serres. A shuttle service is available for certain sections (contact the Sisteron Buëch Tourist Office for details). It is also possible to continue toward the Drôme department to complete a longer loop.
Please note: parts of this route are steep, run along rocky slopes.
This route is jointly managed by the FFRandonnée Drôme and Hautes-Alpes, in close collaboration with the Baronnies Provençales Regional Nature Park. It is marked by volunteers from FFRandonnée clubs.

WARNING: On this route, you may encounter guard dogs tasked with defending herds against wolf attacks.
To minimize the risk of conflict, bringing pets is strongly discouraged, even if they are on a leash.
Cyclists, please be especially vigilant: upon seeing a herd, you must get off your bike, stop, and allow the dogs to identify you. Then, give the herd a wide berth, keeping your bike between you and the guard dog.
In any case, remain calm, avoid sudden movements, and do not attempt to cross through the herd.
→ To learn more about how to behave around guard dogs: https://rando.sisteron-alpesprovencales.fr/information/14-Les-patous-et-nous-!



Part of the route is heavily exposed to the sun, so be sure to bring the necessary supplies (water, a hat, sunscreen, etc.) for hot summer days. It's best to set out early in the morning to avoid the hottest part of the day.
The trail passes near crops on private property; please do not pick anything from the fields (lavender, fruit, etc.).