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This beautiful circular walk offers spectacular views along this magnificent ridge, with breathtaking vistas over the eastern slopes of the Vercors, Grand Veymont, Mont Aiguille, as well as the Trièves region—including the Obiou and Grand Ferrand—all the way to the Oisans, Taillefer and even Belledonne massifs.

This forest walk allows you to discover some of the sites and points of interest in this part of the Vercors Massif. You will pass by the karstic caves of the Pot du Loup, the Plaine d’Herbouilly, a protected natural site, and you will look out for the Fleur du Roy, a relic of times gone by.

A wild hike starting from the Gève plateau in the magnificent Vercors forest. The route along the northern ridge of the Vercors offers breathtaking views of the Isère valley, the Grenoble conurbation, the Voiron area and the Chartreuse mountains.

A short walk through the forest, starting from Lamalou-les-Bains. You’ll begin by following the Passapaïs greenway to the small village of Poujol-sur-Orb. There are a few views of the Caroux mountain as you climb, then the walk continues through the forest, and as you head back down towards Lamalou, you’ll pass through the magnificent Usclade pine forest.

This challenging walk will take you to the Vizille viewpoint, which offers a stunning view over Vizille and the surrounding area as far as the Vercors massif. The second section takes you a little higher as you continue along the path climbing towards the hamlet of Montsec. At the junction leading to the hamlet of Les Rivoirands, the view opens out towards the Taillefer massif and the summit of the Grand Serre. The descent allows you to explore the hamlet of Les Rivoirands and its few traditional houses.

A very beautiful, relatively easy hike along lovely trails and paths. Part of the route, running along the magnificent Sentier Gobert, offers stunning views of this part of the Vercors, stretching from the summit of the Deux Sœurs across the high plateaus to Lans-en-Vercors. The return via the Vallon de la Fauge is very pleasant.

This hike, mostly through woodland, will take you close to the eastern cliffs of Chamechaude and offer a stunning view from the habert, stretching towards the Belledonne and Taillefer massifs, all the way to the Vercors.

A short half-day walk that will take you through the hamlets in the commune of Le Gua and offer some views of the Gresse Valley.

This short, relatively easy hike will take you to the ridge, offering superb views of the eastern Vercors range, Mont Aiguille, the Trièves region as far as the Oisans, and the Belledonne massif.

This short walk will allow you to enjoy views over the Trièves and the surrounding peaks, as well as the charming little village of Roissard, typical of this region.

This short hike or walk will allow you to discover one of the oldest hamlets in Claix, with its chapel and 16th-century houses. You will then walk along the Rocher de Comboire ridge with its viewpoint, from where you can enjoy a truly extraordinary view of the entire Grenoble conurbation as well as the Taillefer, Belledonne and Chartreuse ranges, stretching as far as Mont Blanc in good weather.

The start of this easy walk is accessible by public transport from the Grenoble metropolitan area via bus routes 25 or 26, alighting at the La Valonne park-and-ride car park. You’ll explore part of the Drac Gorges, a site known as Les Isles, before looking out over the Notre-Dame de Commiers dam. On the other side, the view stretches across the eastern slope of the Vercors massif and the Gresse valley. This walk will also give you the chance to explore the small mountain hamlets in this part of the department. Part of the route is on tarmac, but there is very little traffic.

Come and discover this corner of the Belledonne massif in a high-mountain atmosphere, passing from forest to rocky terrain before returning via the mountain pasture and a charming refuge.

This hike, which is suitable for everyone, will take you along a Discovery Trail to a small peak overlooking the little town of La Mure. Crossing the meadows, you will then discover the surrounding mountains from the south of the Vercors to the Oisans via the Obiou. In Prunières, you will visit an old mining well where a magnificent fresco pays tribute to the miners. Paths and trails alternate between shaded and sunny passages.

This easy circular route between the villages of Saint-Georges-de-Commiers and Notre-Dame-de-Commiers will allow you to discover the Drac valley, the old La Mure railway line and a beautiful viewpoint at the Pierre du Soleil orientation table.

This short hike starting from the village of Gresse-en-Vercors offers beautiful views of the cliffs on the eastern side of the Vercors, from the Grand Veymont to the Moucherolle, then on to the Serpaton and the Rocher du Baconnet. The route, which often runs through woodland, will also allow you to discover two rather curious little peaks: Le Palais and Château Vert, which are small cliffs rising above a magnificent forest.

This short hike allows you to explore part of the Matheysin Plateau, including one of its four lakes, Lake Pétichet. With no particular difficulty, this route is suitable for families and can be enjoyed in any season as it is well shaded. You’ll discover some lovely views of the lakes and the Grand Serre massif, the Thabor and the Piquet de Nantes.

This is a relatively easy short hike that will allow you to discover beautiful views of the eastern slope of the Vercors, the Obiou massif and the Gresse valley as far as Grenoble and the Chartreuse. You will also discover the mountain habitat of this part of the Isère as you pass through the small hamlets towards Saint-Paul-lès-Monestier.

This is an additional and unique route to one of the Wonders of the Dauphiné, the Pierre Percée, a site which overlooks the whole of the Matheysine region and offers magnificent views of all the surrounding mountain ranges.After an ascent through the forest, the route opens out onto the meadows; the descent to La Motte d’Aveillans is wide open.

This relatively easy hike offers beautiful views of the eastern flank of the Vercors massif, the Drac valley and the Monteynard dam lake in its first, open section, as well as the Matheysine area towards the peaks overlooking the Matheysine lakes. The second part, which is more shaded, will take you through the surrounding hamlets and past some of the engineering structures of the La Mure tourist railway.

A short walk with a historical focus and a beautiful view over the valley. This route takes you on a wide circular route, allowing you to discover a thoroughly pleasant and refreshing historical and religious site.

An easy hiking version of this climb to the Grand Rocher. Once past the refuge, the route follows the Crêt Luisard ridge, where the view is breathtaking in all directions, and you can even see Mont Blanc from the summit.

I recommend a beautiful, easy hike – the only challenge being the elevation gain – to one of the finest panoramic views in the Matheysine region. Indeed, the summit offers a 360° view of all the mountain ranges of southern Isère as well as the Grenoble region.

This hike is a real treat for the eyes, with the summit of Beauregard in the Connex offering a sweeping panorama of southern Isère and all the surrounding mountain ranges, particularly the Laffrey Lakes. This circular route also allows you to discover the small, typical hamlets of the Matheysine region.

This route runs mainly through woodland and can be enjoyed in all seasons. You’ll discover a viewpoint over the Vercors massif, the Gresse valley and the Drac valley with the Notre-Dame-de-Commiers reservoir. You’ll also pass close to the Château de Paquier, which has been converted into a guesthouse.

A short walk best saved for the off-season. This route allows you to explore this part of the southern suburbs of Grenoble, with a few views of the surrounding mountains. It is a very easy walk, following good paths that alternate between wooded and open areas.

This magnificent circular route, in the Beaumont and Valbonnais mountains, towards the sanctuary of Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette, offers breathtaking views of the Oisans massif, the Dévoluy, the Obiou, the Matheysine and, further afield, the Vercors massif. ⚠️ 20/05/2026: This hike should be avoided in winter. Some sections are comparable to mountaineering.

I recommend this hike as the perfect option for the winter months when snow prevents us from heading to higher altitudes. Located on the outskirts of Grenoble and accessible by public transport, this route will take you through the villages of the Grenoble metropolitan area and offer some views of the surrounding mountains.

This beautiful route in the magnificent Oisans massif takes you from the wild Vénéon valley to the small Alpe du Pin refuge, passing by the two magnificent waterfalls of Mariande and Froide Pisse. The crossing between the two valleys offers a beautiful panorama of some of the peaks of the Oisans.

An easy hike, best done in spring or autumn. This route will allow you to discover this corner of the Trièves with its snow-capped mountains in spring, as well as the village of Clelles. Throughout the route, you can enjoy views of the Vercors with Mont Aiguille nearby, the Obiou and, in the distance, the Oisans massif.

A route of moderate difficulty that takes you from the small village of Prunières to a magnificent panoramic view of the Trièves and, beyond, the Oisans and the Obiou massif.

This is a short hike to discover the eastern slope of the Vercors, best done after the snow has melted as some sections can be very tricky. You will pass under the cliffs of Grand Veymont, catch a glimpse of Mont Blanc and enjoy a panoramic view of this magnificent slope of the Vercors massif with its impressive cliffs.

A short walk suitable for all seasons, offering a chance to discover the many facets of the Grenoble conurbation. The route takes you through the village of Saillant du Gua and its numerous hamlets, the Gresse Valley and a little-known waterfall, which usually flows in spring when the snow melts. Please note that this walk is easily accessible by public transport via TAG bus route 17; get off at the terminus.

This hike can be enjoyed in any season to discover the Vizillois landscape, the Romanche valley and the surrounding mountains. Very easy with a reasonable elevation gain, it is accessible to most people.

This short hike (walk) is not far from the city but in the heart of the countryside, allowing you to discover a rural aspect of the Grenoble metropolitan area as well as some beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. This hike is accessible by public transport on line 65 of the TAG network. Get off at the "Brié église" stop.

This hike is not difficult, although the climb is sustained, and will allow you to discover a unique view of the village of Vizille, the castle grounds and the surrounding area. An information board will tell you about the history of Vizille and its geography.

This short hike allows you to discover the local heritage: the site of the old gypsum quarries, the hamlet of Saint-Sauveur and the ruins of Saint-Michel monastery. It also offers a breathtaking view of the Drac valley, the Vercors and the Grenoble conurbation.

This route allows you to discover the eastern slope of the Vercors as well as the view of the Gresse Valley and the massifs to the east (Taillefer, Belledonne). The vegetation on the eastern slope of Le Pieu is very characteristic of Mediterranean regions, even though we are in the heart of the Alps. Moderator's addition on 17/05/2021: Please note: parking problem at the start. See suggestion at the beginning of the description and the comment dated 17/05/2021

This easy hike, just outside the city, will first take you to a little-known viewpoint, La Roche Courbière, which offers a surprising view of the lower Drac valley, the Grenoble metropolitan area and the surrounding mountains such as the Vercors and the Chartreuse. The route then takes you to the ruins of the Priory of Saint-Michel de Connexe, which dates back to the 11th century.

This hike takes place partly on a fairly open ridge and partly in the forest. The Pas de Bellecombe offers a pleasant spot for a picnic and a viewpoint over the part of the Vercors that stretches from Moucherotte to Pic Saint-Michel, the Grenoble basin and the Belledonne massif.

This circuit, which takes you twice through Pierre Percée, one of the seven wonders of the Dauphiné, allows you to enjoy the view of the mountains bordering the Matheysin plateau and takes you around Lake Pierre Chatel.

This easy half-day circuit takes you from the bottom of the Gresse valley to the Miribel-Lanchâtre plateau, passing by one of the seven wonders of the Dauphiné: the Fontaine Ardente. On the plateau, there are some beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

This is an easy hike on well-marked paths, suitable in all seasons, which will allow you to discover the surrounding mountains, the small village of Montchaboud clinging to the hillside, and the Château de Bon Repos, which hosts many cultural events.

A new short circular walk, ideal for a half-day in winter or spring, takes you along paths to a magnificent viewpoint over the Monteynard dam. You will also enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding mountains throughout the route.

I suggest a new hike, perfect for a half-day, with a magnificent viewpoint at the summit of Côte Rouge.

This is a short, easy hike on the outskirts of Grenoble, accessible by TAG bus, which will give you a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding mountains.

Among the routes available near the city of Grenoble, here is a relatively short one with a reasonable elevation gain, which will give you an overview of the mountains surrounding the city. The route varies between forest and meadows.

This relatively short and easy hike takes you to two modest peaks offering magnificent views of the surrounding mountains. It also takes you to one of the largest mountain pastures in the department.

A short hike that takes you from the village of Chichilianne to the Col du Prayet, through pine and deciduous forests, under the watchful eye of Mont Aiguille, which accompanies you all the way.

This short hike will allow you to discover this part of the Trièves. First, at the highest point, you will enjoy a magnificent 360° view of the Vercors, the Obiou and the western slope of the Senepy. You will then be able to see the Drac valley, Lake Monteynard and the route of the little train from La Mure along the mountainside.