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Beaufort (Isère) walks
Beaufort with its fountains and its plain
The first part of this easy route runs alongside a Sensitive Protected Area, the Fontaines de Beaufort. It is home to unique wetland flora and fauna.
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The tour of the Regrimay valley in Lentiol
A short, picturesque walk without any major difficulty, but only to be attempted in dry weather (there is a ford which can be tricky).
From the Côtes du Suzon to the Bas Pommier de Beaurepaire
A lovely walk through forest and open countryside, suitable for all seasons. In wet weather, wait a few days as this route crosses the Suzon riverbed. Although close to Saint-Barthélémy and Beaurepaire, the section along the Suzon offers a very pleasant feeling of being in the countryside, far from civilisation. A 10 km or 8.2 km walk – see practical information.
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From Thodure to Le Nid
An easy walk in the heart of the Dauphiné countryside. It offers beautiful views of the Pilat peaks and, on a clear day, some views of the summit of Mont Blanc.
The Grand Suzon valley
An easy walk, despite the distance. You will walk either through the heart of the plateau's crops or through woods. To finish, you will descend the very pretty Grand Suzon valley. The stream is often dry, but... not always!
If the weather is clear, you can enjoy some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
Wallaby circuit
A short walk in the heart of the Pajay plain, but which climbs the hill at the end. It takes place on small, quiet roads or good gravel paths.
From Bois d'Autimont to Bois des Burettes in Pajay
This circular route passes through the Autimont forest before descending into the Pajay plain. It then enters the Burettes forest and returns to Pajay.
A notable feature on the descent before the plain is a cross dating from 1840 at the corner of a house at the Serclier crossroads. There is a beautiful view of the Chartreuse massif whilst crossing the plain. A pleasant walk thanks to its varied landscapes, including forest and ponds.
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The Bois des Burettes tour
A short walk in the heart of the Bièvre plain. An oasis of calm and greenery.
Route des Petites Poulettes
An easy walk, ideal for those who dislike hills. On a clear day, you will have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, from the summit of Mont Blanc to Pilat, via Chartreuse, the Alps and Vercors.
Circular Saint-Barthélemy in Beaurepaire
An easy hike well known to Beaurepairois, with beautiful views of the surrounding area and the Alps.
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Short walk in Beaurepaire
A walk well known to Beaurepairois residents: the first 500 metres are very popular with families with children. For a brisk walk, it takes between 20 and 25 minutes at a steady pace, and for walkers, allow 30 to 40 minutes.
Circular route starting from Beaurepaire, following the Oron stream.
An easy hike that all Beaurepairois should know about. It follows the Oron stream and is flat.
Suitable for cycling or walking with the family.
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Wind turbines at Terres Blanches in Lentiol
Walk past the wind turbines on the Grand-Serre and Lens-Lestang plateaus, leading to Lentiol.
This walk is a variation on the “Tour of the Regrimay Valley to Lentiol” walk. It is slightly longer and runs along the edge of the village of Marcollin.
Le Grand Serre - Around the Galaure
A walk alternating between countryside and forest on stony paths or small tarmac roads.
From Viriville to Marnans
This walk takes you around the small La Pérouse valley between Viriville and Marnans. On the way there, you climb up to the Madonna of Sainte-Baudille.
From the Serrein Chapel to Montfalcon Castle
A short, varied walk on the hillside of Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure. View of the Vercors peaks
Les Hauts de Marcollin from Lens-Lestang
This route is very pleasant in summer due to the coolness of the undergrowth. In spring and autumn, it offers a diversity of colours and scents for our visual and olfactory enjoyment.
There are several points along the route where you can enjoy views of the Beaurepaire plain.
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From the Feytaux plateau to Terres Blanches
An easy walk on the moraines overlooking Lens Lestang.
You alternate between walking in the woods and in open country. On the way there, you can see the Pilat and Ardèche mountains and the Beaurepaire plain.
On the way back, as you turn around, you can admire the peaks of the Vercors, the Alps, the Chartreuse and Mont Blanc (weather permitting...).
From the pear trees of Valloire to the Château du Double
You will cross the Valloire plain, surrounded by fields and orchards in Lens Lestang, until you reach the Priory of Manthes. Information boards tell you about mulberry and pear trees. Then you climb up to the Madone de Moras and return along a path well sheltered from the sun, along the moraine. On the way, you can admire the Château du Double.
The Parapluie route in Faramans
This walk has no significant elevation gain. The outward journey takes place in the western part of the Liers plain, on a small asphalt road and then on wide stone paths. The return journey follows the ridge of the wooded Faramans moraine.
Pisieu-Assieu
Ninth stage of the Way of St James. This stage allows you to continue your journey through the Isère countryside. Between small country roads and wooded paths, the route offers lovely open landscapes with the Massif Central and the Alps in the background. In terms of heritage, the Chapel of La Salette, Surieu Monastery and the crossing of the high-speed rail line between Paris, Lyon and Marseille mark the route.
Revel, a village in the Dauphiné region, waiting to be discovered between the plains and the hills
A circular that can be done at any time of year, allowing you to discover and visit the pretty Dauphiné village of Revel. The ridge path at the start, along with the flat section in the second part of the route, allow you to enjoy landscapes stretching from the Alps to the Massif Central.
Best done on days before rain to ensure clear skies, offering superb, far-reaching and unobstructed views.
From Pisieu to Revel-Tourdan
This is an easy, short walk that allows you to discover the charming village of Revel-Tourdan and enjoy beautiful panoramic views.
Circular Bois de Côte Lune in Hauterives
A beautiful walk in the Drôme hills east of Hauterives, suitable for all seasons. The scents of spring and colours of autumn, as well as some beautiful views, will make this a walk to enjoy.
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From the village of Sardieu to the Bois des Burettes
A lovely, easy walk (no elevation gain) in the heart of the Bièvre plain. On a clear day, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. You will also pass by the charming ponds of the Bois des Burettes.
Pommiers de Beaurepaire: forests, ponds and mountain views
An easy route alternating between hills, forests, ponds and views of the mountains in the distance. A superb 360° panorama in the village of Pommiers-de-Beaurepaire.
From Montfalcon to the chapel of Serrein
Hike from Montfalcon to the Chapel of Serein in Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure through countryside and woods.
This hike is a longer version of the hike from the Chapel of Serrein to Montfalcon Castle, with different routes.
From Manthes to the Château du Double
An easy walk, ideal in spring when the fruit trees are in bloom. Several points of interest for children.
On the way, you can see the priory of Manthes, visit an extraordinary garden created by a disciple of the facteur Cheval, tour the Château du Double and search for a riddle.
Walk in and around Manthes
Manthes is a beautiful village well worth a visit. The village is crossed by five watercourses, one of which, the Veuse, has its source here. There are ponds, a fish farm, a church and its 11th-century priory which once housed six monks, and a central square next to lovely stretches of water.
So, keep your eyes peeled and be curious, as this village has a long history, like so many others.
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From Marnans to the Étang des Mermes
You will walk through beautiful woodland, with a few quick views of the Pilat, Lyonnais and Vercors mountains
It's a fairly short walk, but at times it goes up and down, so it's quite demanding on the legs.
La Combe des Mermes
Starting from the Priory of Marnans (12th century), discover the Forest of Chambaran, its ponds and its wildlife. In September, at night, hear the bellowing of the stags.
La Côte Saint-André through the ridges
This route, which passes by two viewpoint indicators, offers amazing views over plaine de la Bièvre and the Vercors and the Chartreuse mountain ranges.
From Ornacieux to Étang du Marais
This is an easy walk. You start from the village of Ornacieux-Balbins, on the side of the wooded moraine, and descend into the Liers plain. You will reach the Étang and the Marais de Faramans.
In good weather, you can enjoy interesting views of the surrounding mountains.
Bonne Combe - Porte de Drômardèche
Right from the start of the route, you will have a great time on a fun little trail along the river. The only climb, which is a little long, will take you to the highest point of the circular route, offering you a beautiful view of the Hauterives valley.
The Saint-Germain Circuit - Porte de Drômardèche
At the start of this circular route, single-track enthusiasts will enjoy this short, fun and fast trail along the Galaure. The slightly steep climb, alongside a field, will take you to the highest point of the route, where you can enjoy a superb view of the Galaure valley. The descent to Hauterives, through the woods, will give you a real thrill!
In the footsteps of Facteur Cheval
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!
Walk in the land of Facteur Cheval
This varied walk first winds along the Galaure river before climbing up the hill. It meanders through the woods before returning to the village of Hauterives, in front of the Palais Idéal. Read the practical information before setting off. There is a ford to cross. If you wish, you can shorten the route and do only a 7 km circular route.
Bossieu - Chemin des Moines and the ponds
In the heart of the Bonnevaux Forest, this is an easy, short walk with plenty of shade in summer.
You will walk alongside several ponds.
Circular walk in the hills above Hauterives, through woods and meadows
In the hills above Hauterives, a circular route starting from the hamlet of Les Giroux, which, after a stretch through the forest, follows the ridge with lovely views over Tersanne. You will then descend along a small road through the fields, finishing with another stretch through the forest.
Discover the Roybon plateau
A nice little walk that allows you to get some fresh air without getting your shoes muddy when the paths are very muddy, as it takes place almost exclusively on small asphalt roads. No difficulty, the elevation gain is very gentle and gradual.