2. Step 2 : Clamensane (Pont de Reynier) - Bayons

From Clamensane, this second stage begins on the county road. Although pleasant and not very busy, this 3.5-kilometer stretch of narrow road leading to the Pont de Reynier can be avoided by requesting a shuttle from the village’s lodging providers.
Along the way, a charming, shaded picnic area by the water offers a refreshing break. You can even dip your feet in the water there!
From the Reynier Bridge onward, beautiful rocks with unique geological formations line the path, which then continues through the forest.
On the Chemin de la Casse, which connects the Reynier Valley to the Esparron Valley via the Pas de la Patègue, the landscape is marly and offers a beautiful change of scenery. Of geological interest, this area features red molasse formations and strange folds.
These ochre-colored rocks at the Pas de la Patègue remind us that this hike lies at the heart of the UNESCO Haute Provence Geopark.
The trail continues through a forested setting, along a mostly flat path that leads to Esparron-la-Batîe. At the foot of the Monges massif, this village is a region with a strong pastoral tradition. Thousands of sheep spend their summers in the surrounding area, and livestock guard dogs are often present here. Hikers should remain vigilant if they encounter them (see recommended actions to take).
Following the GR 6 trail, the path winds through the undergrowth of the Gorges du Sasse National Forest before reaching the village of Bayons after crossing the Pont du Sasse.