Jopo

A long circular walk starting from the picturesque Mediterranean village of Châtillon-en-Diois. Fabulous scenery over the Glandasse and the Vercors High Plateaus, with a bit of a challenge when it comes to navigation. It is possible to spread the walk over two days by stopping for the night near the magnificent Pas de l’Aiguille.

A long and beautiful hike, like an orienteering game, in search of huts (shepherds’ or hikers’) and precious springs on the Vercors High Plateaus. Fabulous scenery guaranteed. The highlight, undoubtedly the most beautiful natural site on the Hauts Plateaux, is the Plaine de la Queyrie, where I’d love to be reincarnated as a marmot, with its carved tree and its stunning Roman quarry.

A superb circular route in the isolated enclave of south-eastern Vercors, on the border between Drôme and Isère. The route combines the geological interest of the Sucettes de Borne, the flowers and wide open spaces of the Jiboui mountain pastures, and a long stretch along grassy ridges with extraordinary panoramic views.

A lovely, easy hike through the mountain pastures at high altitude, between two legendary Tour de France passes.

A magnificent circular route on the Vercors High Plateaus. Access via the little-used Pas de Berrièves. Panoramic views to one side over the Chartreuse, the distant Mont Blanc, Belledonne, the Écrins and the Dévoluy. On the other side, views over the vast, wild expanse of the Vercors High Plateaus. The route passes two rare sights: the (not very productive) springs at Le Playe and La Chau. Return via the Pas de la Ville, where you might spot some ibex. You can buy organic cheese at the farm so you don’t go home empty-handed.