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Water, Earth, Air

Day 6: Sisteron and its clue

alt_route Step 1 / Option 2 - Hike to the Money Hole Cave

access_time 4h - Free

The silver hole hike goes around the clue and takes you to a cave which is located almost at the top of this massif, facing Sisteron.

This cave is already inhabited in the Neolithic era, then in the 16th century it was invaded by Protestants during the Battle of Sisteron during the war of religions.

The Silver Hole owes its name to archaeological excavations that have uncovered ancient coins.

https://www.rando-alpes-haute-provence.fr/randonnee-pedestre/trou-de-largent/

Cost: Free
Level: Difficult
Duration: 4 hour
Type: Round trip
Length: 8 km
Elevation gain: 650 m

Departure: The departure takes place at the post of the Pont sur la Durance (450 m). From the car park along the road, join the “cliff of the Baume” just above (Balisage), and follow the path rising to the right in the direction of Trou de l'Argent (Balisage).

Vigilance: Steep and vertiginous passages, not recommended for people prone to vertigo. Passage fitted out with cables to reach the summit. Possibility of closing in summer (risk of fire). Itinerary not recommended for children. Provide a flashlight for crossing the Trou de l'Argent (passage on all fours compulsory).