At about 1000m in altitude on the south face of Bedoin are "Jas": centuries-old shepherd's huts, used for shelter for both the shepherd and his flocks, and a great resting spot during hikes. I visited two of them during yesterday's walk but there are many more along the slopes.
One of the many walkers' signposts along the way:
Through the cedar forest:
On my way back down the mountain I tried out a new path: La Combe de Curnier, a tight canyon that in spots is narrower than a body width (at least mine), and where I needed to twist my body to continue along the trail:
see what I mean!
Taken from the base of the canyon, these are boxwood plants that have grown vertically like trees, seeking the precious sunlight that the canyon deprives them of.
A strange waymark near the trailhead?
Almond flowers, giving off a distinct honey-smell and announcing the forthcoming spring.
The cultivated foothills of ventoux, seen from the GR91 trail.
