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From the Auberge des Dauphins, a magnificent climb via the Grande Combe leads to the Rocher de la Laveuse and the Trois Becs – a legendary hike in the Saou Forest. ⚠️ The route passes through a wildlife sanctuary. Certain sections are off-limits between 15 May and 15 July. Specific signage and a diversion from the GR®9 have been put in place to guide walkers; see here. ⚠️ Between 1 July and 15 September, Prefectural Order DDT-SEF-2026-0176 of 4 June 2026 concerning the temporary restriction of access to the Saou Forest and the Ambel Plateau in the event of a fire risk, which is assessed daily. A map is published every evening (around 5.30 pm) for the following day.

Starting from Molines-en-Champsaur, this circular route takes you to the Cabane de Londonnière via a mountain trail, then ends with a gentle descent along a forest path beside the Muande torrent.

From the Col du Tourrond, this short walk in the forest offers few views but plenty of peace and quiet. It can be supplemented by one or two routes (see § Practical information).

A circular route through the forest, around the sanctuary of Notre-Dame du Laus, offering a chance to recharge your batteries. It can be extended by adding one or two routes (see § Practical information).

Starting from Notre-Dame du Laus, this short walk takes you along a route dotted with stone benches to a monument dedicated to one of the apparitions witnessed by Benoite Rencurel. The return route follows a balcony path high above the Plaine de l’Avance. This walk can be extended by adding one or two routes (see § Practical Information).

Discover Le Vieux Noyers, home to the remains of a 13th-century castle, the ruins of the old village and the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethléem et Sainte-Euphémie. A round trip to the Saint-Claude Chapel allows you to pass through other ruins and hamlets that were once attached to the village, and to enjoy a panoramic view of the site and the surrounding peaks.

Most of the walk is along the Canal du Drac, which allows you to discover many of the structures designed to channel and distribute water to the surrounding farms, and also offers sections with panoramic views.

From Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse, a short circuit passes by the Château de Charmes, a private property that is open to visitors, then winds pleasantly through the woods with a few views of the surrounding hills.

A pleasant walk in the Ardèche countryside, sometimes on small paved roads, but also on beautiful forest paths. In Champis - La Bâtie de Crussol, a short detour will take you to the Pierre Branlante (rocking stone), then on the way back, you will see some megaliths in the meadows.

This circular route allows you to walk through lavender fields before crossing the pretty little village of Aurel. The return journey follows a pleasant path through the Bois du Défends.

This route, mostly on tarmac, aims to introduce you to all the facets of the blue gold, the plant so dear to the Provençals: lavender.

This is a very short route, the main purpose of which is to explore the waterfalls and their pools, just a stone's throw from Pontaix. A short detour to the heights will allow you to see the castle ruins and enjoy views of the Drôme valley.

The start of the route is flat on the Dolce Via, then climbs up paths and tracks through old terraced farms above the Eyrieux Valley. On the way, there is a short tarmac detour to the Belvédère de l'Eyrieux to enjoy the superb view. After passing two well-restored hamlets, a pleasant descent takes you to a beautiful little waterfall before returning to Moulinon.

A very beautiful circuit, mostly in the forest and therefore quite shaded, with a magnificent view once you reach the ruins of Barry Castle.

A mountain bike ride between Bourg-les-Valence, Tain-l’Hermitage and Tournon-sur-Rhône, along cycle paths or wide paths running alongside the water.

Circuit in the Alpilles that alternates between pleasant tracks and wilder trails.

A very beautiful route in the Marais Sauvage, where peace and serenity await you.

A short walk through the Marais de la Baronnerie in a peaceful and relaxing setting.

Most of the route is on wide paths, except for a section on a small wilderness trail, then a return along the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise.

March 2024: at (3) DANGER! No trespassing due to risk of rockfalls. A short tour of Pointe du Chay, which is very fragile, both on the ridge and at its foot, where dangerous rockfalls can occur at any time, so caution is advised.

Discover Saint-Martin-de-Ré and its fortifications designed by Vauban (citadel, ramparts, guardhouse).

Discover Saintes, a town steeped in history, cradled by the waves of the Charente.

Come and discover Périgueux, capital of the Périgord region, rooted in its past but still as lively as ever. Its narrow streets and small squares are sure to charm you.

A short stroll along the banks of the Isle offers a panoramic view of Saint-Front Cathedral.

Alternating between trails and forest tracks, you will discover the small Saint-Christophe Chapel and its tiny cemetery, perched on the heights of Véronne in the Grand Barry Forest, as well as the Roury Forest House, all in a setting of absolute tranquillity.

A family walk along the banks of the Rhône, which can be combined with a tour of Valence.

Between small country roads and forest paths, this short route allows you to discover the surroundings of Meymans.

A short route perfect for a post-lunch stroll; discover Montvendre from two viewpoints, then the few remains of a feudal heritage.

Walk in the hills above Barcelonne to enjoy views of the plain from the tower of the old feudal castle and discover the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel perched above Combovin.

A pleasant walk in the hills above Crest offering beautiful views of the southern Vercors, the peaks of the Saoû Forest, the Ardèche mountains and the Drôme valley. As a bonus, you can explore Crest and its heritage at the start and end of the walk.

A short family walk to discover Romans-sur-Isère, a few more or less well-maintained Stations of the Cross, beautiful renovated buildings and the banks of the Isère.

Discover the ruins of the Couvent des Chèvres overlooking the Rhône valley and then the hamlet of Vieux Rompon. The return trail is a pleasant walk along the cliffs above the Ouvèze with magnificent views.

A short walk to discover the surroundings of Chateauneuf-sur-Isère. Part of the route is on small, quiet tarmac roads, but it is nonetheless pleasant.

Discover the Ramières du Val de Drôme Nature Reserve on a flat route. The first few kilometres of the walk are accompanied by information boards about the environment.

A peaceful stroll through the Bois des Ussiaux along pleasant paths. There are a few information boards about the environment here and there. In season, you can try your hand at tree-top adventure to get a bit of a bird’s-eye view.

A post-lunch stroll around Lake Eurre, then into the Ramières du Val de Drôme Nature Reserve, where, depending on the season, you may spot migratory birds taking a break, or coypu and beavers.

A beautiful loop in the hills above the Eyrieux Valley, where you can discover charming little hamlets and isolated houses in the purest Ardèche style.

A very pleasant route through the Ardèche forest and its peaceful little hamlets. The omnipresent calm allows you to recharge your batteries and become one with nature.

From the beautiful village of Marsanne, take a walk along wide paths in the forest of the same name.

Discover the pretty village of Beauchastel and its surrounding hills, offering beautiful views of the Ardèche, the Vercors and the Rhône valley.

Discover Chabeuil, located on one of the roads connecting the Valence plain to the Vercors.

The route starts on the banks of the Véore, crosses the village of Étoile-sur-Rhône and then climbs to the heights to see the telegraph, the ancestor of our telecommunications.

A family-friendly walk to discover the heritage of this village on the outskirts of Valence.

A walk in the hills above Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans offering beautiful views of the whole Royans region. Much of the route is through forest with some fairly steep slopes.

This route takes you across fields, but very often on small tarmac roads, allowing you to discover what the environment of Facteur Cheval might have been like. Perhaps some parts of the route were even part of his daily rounds!

The Rando Croquis trail in the Bois de Sisay is the first of its kind in France. It allows you to discover nature through an introduction to drawing and sketching. There are around ten stations along the trail, each with explanations.

A family-friendly trail in the Bois de Sizay, a true refuge for flora and fauna where you feel far away from it all.

Discover the vineyards of Tain-l'Hermitage by following the information panels on the "Sur les Pas de Gambert" trail created by the Cave de Tain.

Short route on the heights of Tournon-sur-Rhône to enjoy the panoramic views of the Rhône Valley.

A circular loop to discover the Oulles du Diable, the result of the formidable force of nature. The climb to the hamlet of Les Portes is very steep, as is the end of the descent. However, be careful of this dangerous torrent where tragic accidents regularly occur! Please note: a few metres after the Pont du Diable, the path is closed because it has disappeared due to a landslide following bad weather. You must turn back.