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Belledonne walks
Lac du Crozet
Visorando Member
5.78 mi
+2,244 ft
-2,244 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
A pretty lake in a rocky landscape, overlooking the Grésivaudan valley. From the lake, you can enjoy a magnificent panorama of the Chartreuse mountains.
Combe Madame refuge and Pissou waterfall
6.17 mi
+2,598 ft
-2,569 ft
5h 05
Easy
Departure from La Ferrière (Isère) (Isère)
A good hike in the crystalline Belledonne massif; the Combe Madame mountain hut isn’t perched very high up, but it provides access to areas suited to experienced and resilient mountaineers.Water is everywhere, the lakes are not far away, wildlife abounds on the vertiginous slopes, and walkers are treated to a feast for the eyes.
Lac de Crop
4.85 mi
+2,142 ft
-2,152 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Laval (Isère)
A classic hike in the heart of Belledonne, ending at one of the great lakes of Belledonne, outside the Sept Laux. Round trip hike.
The Achard and Robert Lakes around Chamrousse
6.09 mi
+1,388 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
A hike in the heart of nature on the outskirts of Grenoble. The trail takes you through woods to Lac Archard, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll. Then, in a more open area, the path climbs up to the Robert Lakes.
Grand Chat loop
5.66 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-des-Hurtières (Savoie)
A beautiful hike in the north of the Belledonne Massif. The ridge route offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. A few information boards mark the route.
Boucles des Plagnes - Trail 2000 - Col de Claran
4.87 mi
+1,693 ft
-1,677 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-du-Bard (Isère)
This is a very pretty route through the mountain pastures to the Col de Claran, offering panoramic views of all the mountains in the Bauges and Chartreuse regions in particular, but also far beyond, as far as Mont Blanc and Mont Aiguille.
The circuit is very well marked with traditional yellow signs and markings on the rocks at regular intervals.
The Grand Rocher and the Crêt du Poulet
5.32 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,604 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Theys (Isère)
A stone's throw from town and you're high in the mountains. But pay attention to the risks.
Col de la Pra and Grand Colon from the Quatres Chemins car park
9.34 mi
+4,242 ft
-4,236 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
Hiking with lakes and streams in the Belledonne mountains, parking thirty minutes from Grenoble.Important note: please take into account the opinions of hikers on this outing. These opinions can be found at the bottom of the page in the Comments and Discussions section.
Lake Belledonne
6.60 mi
+2,986 ft
-2,959 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
A hike to reach a very pretty lake in the Belledonne mountain range. Best done in spring to see the lake and its snowfields.
Lac de la Croix and Lac du Sambuis via the Col du Sambuis
5.78 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,434 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Colomban-des-Villards (Savoie)
A lovely day's hike with breathtaking views of the Aiguilles de l'Argentière, offering plenty of refreshment thanks to a myriad of lakes and, in the background, the Aiguilles d'Arves and La Meije.
Tour of the Champagnier hill
3.26 mi
+272 ft
-249 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Champagnier (Isère)
This short walk gives you an overview of the village and the Champagnier plateau. After the Saut du Moine, you can enjoy views of the Jarrie hillside with the Belledonne mountain range and the Chartreuse mountains in the background.
The Lakes of Chamrousse and the Grand Van
8.20 mi
+3,274 ft
-3,268 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
We're going to walk on the ocean!
Or how to tour a ski resort without seeing the slopes, but with a few beautiful lakes and a summit that is much more impressive than the famous Croix de Chamrousse.
Circuit from Montchaboud to Bellevue
4.07 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,106 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Montchaboud (Isère)
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.
Tour du Ferrouillet via the Trois Laux and the Crop and Coche lakes
8.54 mi
+4,498 ft
-4,472 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Laval (Isère)
This wild hike takes place in spectacular, uncrowded locations, with a good third of the route on a faint but obvious trail that presents no technical difficulties. There are many ibex and chamois as soon as you leave the marked trails, and it is easy to observe them if you set off early enough.
A recommended alternative is to climb to the Pointe Centrale du Ferrouillet from the Col de la Brêche, which does not increase the difficulty (allow 30 minutes there and back).
Lacs Robert via L'Oursière
7.52 mi
+3,274 ft
-3,255 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-d'Uriage (Isère)
This is a magnificent circuit in the Belledonne massif that will take you to the shores of the Robert lakes, a site well known to skiers who visit the Chamrousse resort.
The difficulty is not technical, but should be taken into account due to the steep slopes in places and the particular nature of this mountain range, which is often shrouded in fog.
Crêt du Poulet, Crêt Luisard
4.60 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,214 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Theys (Isère)
A family walk through forests and meadows in the Belledonne Massif with superb panoramic views of the Grande Chartreuse Massif on one side and the Vanoise and Sept-Laux on the other.
The Sept Laux from Fond-de-France
7.63 mi
+3,484 ft
-3,468 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from La Ferrière (Isère) (Isère)
Hike between lakes and mountains around the Refuge des Sept Laux.
⚠️15/06/2026: a notice indicates a rockfall at Cul de la Vieille between 7 and 3, making it impossible to follow this route. You must take the GR®738 between 7 and 4. Please let us know in the comments if you have any information regarding the lifting of this notice.
Montfallet Tower and Col du Lautaret
6.11 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,342 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Laval (Isère)
An ideal walk for mid-season and for exploring Belledonne from a moderate altitude.
Circuit of the Refuge de l'Oule and the Chalet du Bout
6.13 mi
+3,314 ft
-3,301 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pinsot (Isère)
This is a beautiful loop for a day trip in the Belledonne massif, with varied terrain and landscapes.
The refuge can be a stopover for more alpine hikes.
The lakes and the Refuge des Sept Laux from Le Pleynet
8.38 mi
+3,209 ft
-3,235 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from La Ferrière (Isère) (Isère)
A hike that takes you to the Plateau des Lacs des Sept Laux from Le Pleynet.Accommodation available at the refuge.
⚠️15/06/2026: a notice indicates a rockfall at Cul de la Vieille between 4 and 5, making it impossible to follow this route. You must take the GR®738 between 5 and 7. Please let us know in the comments if you have any information regarding the lifting of this notice.
Lakes of La Pra
10.79 mi
+4,160 ft
-4,157 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-d'Uriage (Isère)
This hike takes you to a series of lakes set like precious stones along the path from the Oursière waterfalls to the Col de la Pra, between wave-cut rocks and alpine flora.
This route, which is partly off-trail, is particularly treacherous: there is no way to keep to a schedule, as the fascinating landscapes compel you to linger and contemplate.
A small part of the route is off-trail but there are no difficulties with orientation.
The Refuge and the Col de la Perrière
5.64 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,178 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arvillard (Savoie)
A pleasant hike in the Belledonne massif. Very pretty views and a wide variety of vegetation.
Moderator's note (Caution): The Val Pelouse road is closed to all traffic 5.5km from the car park: following a landslide in January 2022, a large section of the road has been washed away.
Le Grand Rocher via the Crêt du Poulet refuge
7.63 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,670 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-d'Allevard (Isère)
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.
Cime de la Jasse loop
8.05 mi
+3,839 ft
-3,819 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Laval (Isère)
Loop ascending through the pretty Vénétier valley and its lakes to the Cime de la Jasse, a beautiful viewpoint due to its advanced position between Belledonne and Sept-Laux. Return via the Crête de Bedina, on the Prapoutel resort side.
Circular Revel via Mongiron
4.36 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,201 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
A short hike with beautiful views of the Chartreuse, Vercors and Belledonne mountains, starting from the church in Revel and alternating between forest trails and hamlets.
Best done in the afternoon or evening to avoid being dazzled by the morning sun on Belledonne.
Tour of Pic de l'Oeilly
5.66 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,391 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Séchilienne (Isère)
Circuit in the Lac du Luitel nature reserve.
The Knights of Huile
3.94 mi
+302 ft
-289 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bourget-en-Huile (Savoie)
The perfect family outing, this route will introduce you to the Bourget-en-Huile and Pontet marshes.
You will learn about the flora and fauna, the marshes, how they were formed and how they are being restored. There is also information about the woods and mining, castles and even Hannibal. All this is provided by information points along the route. A booklet offering a fun approach to the trail is on sale at the Chalet du Verney.
Les Grands Moulins via the normal route and return via the ridges
7.03 mi
+3,284 ft
-3,274 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Arvillard (Savoie)
From Val Pelouse, the ascent of Les Grands Moulins (2,495 m) offers hikers a varied and magnificent route. This summit is the penultimate rocky bastion at the northern end of the Belledonne mountain range.
At the summit of Les Grands Moulins, the 360° panorama is breathtaking. To the south, Belledonne; to the west, Chartreuse and Vercors; to the north, the Chambéry cluse, Les Bauges and Les Aravis; to the east, Lauzière, Beaufortain, Vanoise and, in the background, the majestic Mont Blanc.
Crêt du Poulet in winter
3.38 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,030 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Theys (Isère)
A lovely snowshoe hike above Grésivaudan through forests and meadows, offering beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The route is easy and ends at the Crêt du Poulet refuge, where you can enjoy a glass of mulled wine.
The Robert Lakes
4.75 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,627 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
An exceptional hike leading to the wonderful Robert Lakes starting from the Chamrousse resort.
Beware of late snowfields
Col du Glandon - Col de la Croix de Fer circular
5.45 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,486 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Colomban-des-Villards (Savoie)
A lovely, easy hike through the mountain pastures at high altitude, between two legendary Tour de France passes.
The David Lake circular route via the Oursière Waterfall
9.92 mi
+4,193 ft
-4,199 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-d'Uriage (Isère)
This very pretty circular loop up to Lac David via the Cascade de l'Oursière allows you to first enjoy the various Pra lakes (Bernard, Longet, Claret) and then make a beautiful traverse under the Jasse Bralard peaks. Throughout the traverse, you can enjoy a magnificent view overlooking the city of Grenoble below.
Lac de l'Âne
4.11 mi
+2,484 ft
-2,480 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Colomban-des-Villards (Savoie)
The climb is not very long but quite steep above the Grand Maison dam lake, below the Aiguilles de l'Argentières and opposite the Grandes Rousses, to reach a beautiful lake at the foot of the Sept-Laux massif. Ibex can be seen here when the sheep are not grazing.
The Fort of Montavie
5.01 mi
+965 ft
-971 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Eybens (Isère)
On the outskirts of the capital of the Alps, a circular route starting from Eybens provides access to the Fort de Montavie overlooking Grenoble. This is more of a walk than a hike, offering remarkable views of the three mountain ranges surrounding the Drac and Isère valleys: Belledonne, Chartreuse and Vercors.
La Pra - Croix de Belledonne - La Pra
6.06 mi
+2,592 ft
-2,572 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
The legendary summit of Belledonne is easily accessible in summer. The entire route is superb, whether it's the view of Lac du Crozet from Col de la Pra, the Lacs des Doménon or the view from the summit.
Crêt du Poulet via the Chalet Pierre Roubet
3.74 mi
+1,004 ft
-1,004 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Theys (Isère)
Short hike to the Crêt du Poulet orientation tables via the Chalet Pierre Roubet.
From Haute Jarrie to Monchaboud
6.42 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,040 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Jarrie (Isère)
A pleasant short hike, just a stone's throw from Grenoble, offering beautiful views of the various mountain ranges surrounding the Grenoble region.
Lac du Crozet - Lac du Loup - Lac de la Grande Sitre
8.83 mi
+4,190 ft
-4,173 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Mury-Monteymond (Isère)
A magnificent hike combining forest and low mountains, flora and fauna.
Jean small pass Refuge
7.62 mi
+3,136 ft
-3,107 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mury-Monteymond (Isère)
This is a beautiful hike in the Belledonne Massif, where you can admire beautiful waterfalls, explore a wild valley and get close to the last glacier in the massif. The view from the refuge overlooks the Grésivaudan valley, from the Chartreuse massif to the Vercors massif.
Tour of the Crozet, Loup and Grande Sitre lakes
7.93 mi
+3,435 ft
-3,442 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Mury-Monteymond (Isère)
Circular of the three lakes of Crozet, Loup and Grande Sitre from Saint-Mury-Monteymond on the north-western balcony of the Grande Lance de Domène in the Belledonne Massif.
Circular Prodin, Lac des Grenouilles, Chapotet
6.26 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,671 ft
5h 10
Easy
Departure from Presle (Savoie)
A lovely late summer walk in Belledonne.
From the start, there is a superb view of the Bauges Massif.
There is also a small orientation table at the start.
Pointe de Rognier with return via the Mollards ridge
7.55 mi
+3,196 ft
-3,196 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Alban-des-Hurtières (Savoie)
This is a beautiful hike at the northern end of the Belledonne massif. With the help of an orientation table, discover the 360° view that awaits you at the top of this peak.
As indicated in the paragraph "During the hike or nearby", part of the hike can be done with young children, with an elevation gain of about 600m.
Lake Claret via the Oursière Waterfall
8.91 mi
+3,264 ft
-3,261 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-d'Uriage (Isère)
A beautiful hike that climbs up to Lac Claret via the impressive Cascade de l'Ousrière waterfall and Lacs Bernard and Longet.
It offers a beautiful overview of the Lacs de la Pra, accompanied by a superb view of a large part of the peaks of the Belledonne massif.
However, it is quite a long hike.
Route to the Sept Laux
7.12 mi
+3,524 ft
-3,524 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from La Ferrière (Isère) (Isère)
A beautiful hike which, after leaving the forest, leads to some superb lakes through a rather rocky landscape.
⚠️15/06/2026: a notice indicates a rockslide at Cul de la Vieille between points 4 and 8, making it impossible to follow this route. You must take the GR®738 between points 3 and 4. Please let us know in the comments if you have any information regarding the lifting of this notice.
Sambuis Peak and Lake, and Lake de la Croix
7.44 mi
+3,734 ft
-3,704 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Colomban-des-Villards (Savoie)
A splendid route, partly off-trail, offering views of the north face of the Aiguilles de l'Argentière and its reflections in the emerald lakes of Sambuis and La Croix: panoramic views. Many ibex frequent the rocky outcrops above the lakes.
This hike presents no difficulty apart from the elevation gain and finding the route (4km without markings).
Lac des Pourettes, Lacs Robert and Lac Achard
6.85 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,175 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
A challenging hike starting from Roche Béranger to discover the Lacs Robert via the Brèche Nord, passing by Lac des Pourettes and then returning via Lac Achard. Magnificent, wild landscapes.
Please note that there are rocky passages to cross.
Mont Pezard route
4.88 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Détrier (Savoie)
A family hike with a variety of attractions: flora, slate quarry, chapel and other points of interest. Beautiful view of the Val Gelon on the way down. Directional signs on the ground complement this description. In addition, Lac Saint-Clair is a pleasant place to relax before or after the hike.
Sept Laux
17.53 mi
+6,640 ft
-6,640 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Laval (Isère)
A beautiful circular loop in the Belledonne Massif, where this hike starts from the mountain pastures and takes us through a mineral world to a haven of tranquillity on the edge of the Sept Laux (Seven Lakes). The return journey, along the ridge or through wild valleys, takes us around the Allevard massif.
Lake Achard and the Arselle Plateau
3.50 mi
+961 ft
-961 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
A beautiful hike that will take you through the forest of the Arselle cross-country skiing plateau to Lake Achard. The view of the surrounding mountains is breathtaking.
03/01/2024: Change of starting point.
Tour de la Villette between Theys and the Col du Barioz
5.83 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,076 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Theys (Isère)
Circular route through the beautiful valley between Theys and the Col du Barioz, ideal for a sunny winter’s afternoon. Yellow signposts mark the route, as do wooden ‘Tour de la Villette’ signs.Note: half of the route is on tarmac roads (narrow and with little traffic).