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A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Expérience/Spot d'exception
Around the village of Cornillon in the Gard, Provence offers you its secrets. Come and recharge your batteries by walking through a countryside steeped in thyme and lavender. And get lost in the hilltop villages bathed in light.
A preserved nature that smells of lavender and herbs of Provence, hilltop villages with typical architecture, singing rivers, the Canyon of Concluses, a haven of beauty, the majestic Pont du Gard which dominates us from the height of its 2,000 years. Here is what the surroundings of the village of Cornillon in Gard offer us.
Far from the crowds, enjoy Provence by exploring it during hikes at the leisurely pace of nature.

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Expérience/Spot d'exception
Around the village of Cornillon in the Gard, Provence offers you its secrets. Come and recharge your batteries by walking through a countryside steeped in thyme and lavender. And get lost in the hilltop villages bathed in light.

A preserved nature that smells of lavender and herbs of Provence, hilltop villages with typical architecture, singing rivers, the Canyon of Concluses, a haven of beauty, the majestic Pont du Gard which dominates us from the height of its 2,000 years. Here is what the surroundings of the village of Cornillon in Gard offer us. Far from the crowds, enjoy Provence by exploring it during hikes at the leisurely pace of nature.

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • Supervision by local guides
  • Provence, its scents, its climate
  • Accommodation setting, pool supplied with spring water
  • Meal composed with garden products

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • Supervision by local guides

  • Provence, its scents, its climate
  • Accommodation setting, pool supplied with spring water
  • Meal composed with garden products

Trek-Hiking

Star-Shaped Route stay

Ages

18 - 55 ans

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PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Intensity ** Fitness - Hiking
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
Hiking - Level 1
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LEVEL OF PORTAGE
Carrying level 1
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Included

  • Local transfers
  • The accommodation
  • The meals
  • Framing
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  • The technical equipment necessary for the activity

Not Included

  • The drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional insurances
  • Any other supplement not included in the program
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  • Shuttles between the station or the airport (arrival and departure) and the site

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Meet on Saturday morning at 10:00am at the car park of the old village of Cornillon 30630 (UCPA sign) on the left before entering the old village.
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Drop off the bags and “put on your clothes.” Presentation of the week and our place of stay. On foot, and “tranquilou”, we will discover the purple lavender fields, a hamlet of Cratoule with superb houses and gardens at the bend of a forgotten path, herd on a draille. Pool around 5 pm.
Dinner and overnight in Cornillon.

During your stay

D2 - Conclusive Canyon. In the setting of wild nature, a stream has carved its bed in this limestone massif (cliffs, caves) Full eyes!
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Dinner and overnight in Cornillon.

D3 - En route to Uzès, stroll to the Roman Aqueduct. Swimming at the Pont du Gard.
Dinner and overnight in Cornillon.

Day 4 - In the shade of a very beautiful national forest, we will discover the Chartreuse of Valbonne!
The Carthusians knew how to choose their place! In the evening, the pool and the pleasures of the table extend the day. Dinner and overnight in Cornillon.


The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).

Last day

Walk to the listed village of Cornillon (visit). Picnic by the river; splash! Between vineyards and garrigues we will walk.
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End of the stay at 5 pm (Cornillon/Avignon shuttle, allow 5 euros).
Train departing from Avignon 6 pm.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

backpack, attention we do not lend hiking boots on this program.

Equipment Included

backpack, attention we do not lend hiking boots on this program.

Address and access

Our meeting place (and stay) is Cornillon located on the right bank of the Rhône in the department of Gard.

You are coming by car
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Exit A7 Bollène, take direction Pont-Saint-Esprit D994 then direction Remoulins-Nîmes by N86. Before arriving in Bagnols sur Cèze. Turn right on D980, direction Barjac, go 13 km on the D980 and turn right on D220 for Cornillon (1km).
Go to the UCPA sign in the car park on the left before entering the old village.

You are coming by train
Avignon TGV station. Our shuttle will pick you up at the TGV station on Thursday at 9 am. Call us imperatively to know the shuttle schedule and to reserve your place on 06 21 56 66 38 (service of 5 euros per person not included in the price of the course).

Possibility to arrive the day before by bus from Avignon. For bus transport see www.edgard-transport.fr. You must call us to book accommodation and the shuttle at 06.21.56.66.38. Service of 15 euros including accommodation and breakfast not included in the course price.

Departure day from Cornillon 5 pm, a shuttle will take people taking the train back to Avignon. Plan a return train departing from Avignon from 6 pm.

For those who come by car, accommodation is available on site in Cornillon.
Call us to book (service of 15 euros with breakfast not included in the course price).

For accommodation in the city center of Avignon, remember to book:
Youth hostel city center 04 32 40 50 60
Hotel F1 Courtine TGV station 08 91 70 51 71
Tourist office - Tel. 04 32 74 32 74

Address and access

Our meeting place (and stay) is Cornillon located on the right bank of the Rhône in the department of Gard.

You are coming by car
Exit A7 Bollène, take direction Pont-Saint-Esprit D994 then direction Remoulins-Nîmes by N86. Before arriving in Bagnols sur Cèze. Turn right on D980, direction Barjac, go 13 km on the D980 and turn right on D220 for Cornillon (1km).
Go to the UCPA sign in the car park on the left before entering the old village.

You are coming by train
Avignon TGV station. Our shuttle will pick you up at the TGV station on Thursday at 9 am. Call us imperatively to know the shuttle schedule and to reserve your place on 06 21 56 66 38 (service of 5 euros per person not included in the price of the course).

Possibility to arrive the day before by bus from Avignon. For bus transport see www.edgard-transport.fr. You must call us to book accommodation and the shuttle at 06.21.56.66.38. Service of 15 euros including accommodation and breakfast not included in the course price.

Departure day from Cornillon 5 pm, a shuttle will take people taking the train back to Avignon. Plan a return train departing from Avignon from 6 pm.

For those who come by car, accommodation is available on site in Cornillon.
Call us to book (service of 15 euros with breakfast not included in the course price).

For accommodation in the city center of Avignon, remember to book:
Youth hostel city center 04 32 40 50 60
Hotel F1 Courtine TGV station 08 91 70 51 71
Tourist office - Tel. 04 32 74 32 74

Equipment not included

COVID-19 SPECIALS.
Each participant must bring:
a t° comfort 15° sleeping bag and/or a sheet bag
A pillowcase
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A pair of lightweight Crocs sandals
A mask, a sufficient quantity of masks (at least 2 per day) Wearing a mask which will be mandatory during any transport, in certain accommodations, busy places etc.,
Hydro Alcoholic soap and gel,
small trash bags (5 liters)
Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt (s), “breathable” undersweater (type Odlo, Capilène, Carline), sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater (for the evening), waterproof jacket (type Goretex) or rain cape, waterproof jacket (type Goretex) or rain cape, shorts, swimsuit (type Odlo, Capilène, Carline), sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater (for the evening), waterproof jacket (type Goretex) or rain cape, shorts, swimsuit, shorts, swimsuit, lightweight canvas pants, half-high socks type bouclette, walking sticks if you have them, walking shoes light for hiking, plastic bottle or bottle, knife, plastic bowl and cutlery, knife, plastic bowl and cutlery, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag and a towel, a small pharmacy, pocket money, a small backpack for the day (for the midday picnic and personal effects), basketball type sports shoes, sunscreen. Bring snacks to snack on (e.g. cereal bars).

First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.

Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.

Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.

Equipment not included

COVID-19 SPECIALS.
Each participant must bring:
a t° comfort 15° sleeping bag and/or a sheet bag
A pillowcase
A pair of lightweight Crocs sandals
A mask, a sufficient quantity of masks (at least 2 per day) Wearing a mask which will be mandatory during any transport, in certain accommodations, busy places etc.,
Hydro Alcoholic soap and gel,
small trash bags (5 liters)
Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt (s), “breathable” undersweater (type Odlo, Capilène, Carline), sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater (for the evening), waterproof jacket (type Goretex) or rain cape, waterproof jacket (type Goretex) or rain cape, shorts, swimsuit (type Odlo, Capilène, Carline), sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater (for the evening), waterproof jacket (type Goretex) or rain cape, shorts, swimsuit, shorts, swimsuit, lightweight canvas pants, half-high socks type bouclette, walking sticks if you have them, walking shoes light for hiking, plastic bottle or bottle, knife, plastic bowl and cutlery, knife, plastic bowl and cutlery, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag and a towel, a small pharmacy, pocket money, a small backpack for the day (for the midday picnic and personal effects), basketball type sports shoes, sunscreen. Bring snacks to snack on (e.g. cereal bars).

First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.

Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.

Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.

Physical intensity

Intensity ** Fitness - Hiking

Physical Intensity - ** Fitness
5 to 7 hours of walking per day.
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Regular pace, breaks every hour. 1,200 m maximum positive altitude difference.

Physical intensity

Intensity ** Fitness - Hiking

Physical Intensity - ** Fitness
5 to 7 hours of walking per day.
Regular pace, breaks every hour. 1,200 m maximum positive altitude difference.

Level of expertise

Hiking - Level 1

Ideal for discovering hiking or for casual walkers. Easy terrain, no or little difference in altitude, half-day walking time, these programs can be done by anyone even with little training.

Level of expertise

Hiking - Level 1

Ideal for discovering hiking or for casual walkers. Easy terrain, no or little difference in altitude, half-day walking time, these programs can be done by anyone even with little training.

Portage

Carrying level 1

Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.

Portage

Carrying level 1

Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.

Restauration

All meals are prepared. Family and regional cuisine based on products from the garden, wine and aperitif from the house.
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Picnic to take with you for lunch.

Restauration

All meals are prepared. Family and regional cuisine based on products from the garden, wine and aperitif from the house. Picnic to take with you for lunch.

Management

Local mountain guide.

Management

Local mountain guide.

Important information

COVID-19 SPECIALS.
Each participant must bring:
a t° comfort 15° sleeping bag and/or a sheet bag
A pillowcase
...
A pair of lightweight Crocs sandals
A mask, a sufficient quantity of masks (at least 2 per day) Wearing a mask which will be mandatory during any transport, in certain accommodations, busy places etc.,
Hydro Alcoholic soap and gel,
small trash bags (5 liters)
Overnight stay, dinner and breakfast with the locals in an authentic and preserved setting, between olive trees and vineyards, a stone farmhouse will welcome you, swimming pool, table tennis.

Important information

COVID-19 SPECIALS.
Each participant must bring:
a t° comfort 15° sleeping bag and/or a sheet bag
A pillowcase
A pair of lightweight Crocs sandals
A mask, a sufficient quantity of masks (at least 2 per day) Wearing a mask which will be mandatory during any transport, in certain accommodations, busy places etc.,
Hydro Alcoholic soap and gel,
small trash bags (5 liters)
Overnight stay, dinner and breakfast with the locals in an authentic and preserved setting, between olive trees and vineyards, a stone farmhouse will welcome you, swimming pool, table tennis.

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