Chemin des Moines - Le Pas du Touet

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Walk in the Cirque de Peyrus along theGR®93trail. Very pretty view of the edge of the Vercors massif (Col des Limouches).

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 7.28 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 55 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 652 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 652 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,060 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 408 m
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view of the Peillot ridge during the climb
the Rhône Valley
stony passage
Announcement of the ascent

Description of the walk

At Peyrus, heading towards the Col des Limouches, park on the left at the intersection with the Chemin des Chichats, near the containers, almost opposite the café-bar (which is not always open).

(S/E) Follow theGR® markings (red and white) and take the small paved road that runs along the stream towards Pas du Touet.

(1) At Les Chichats, leave the road and take the path on the right. It joins a track suitable for vehicles: continue straight ahead (east) until you reach a crossroads.

(2) Continue on the path to the east, which climbs steadily (more strenuous) to Pas de Touet. View of the Vercors Massif and the Cirque de Peyrus.

(3) At Pas du Touet, take the small path on the left for 100 metres. Magnificent view of the Valence plain. On a clear day, you can see the Ardèche (Mont Mézenc and Mont Gerbier des Joncs) (S/E).

Return via the same route.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 408 m - Intersection with the Chemin des Chichats. Source - Lierne (cours d'eau) - Affluent de la Véore
  2. 1 : km 0.97 - alt. 469 m - The Chichats
  3. 2 : km 1.51 - alt. 556 m - Crossroads
  4. 3 : km 3.58 - alt. 1,060 m - Pas du Touet (1066m)
  5. S/E : km 7.28 - alt. 408 m - Intersection with the Chemin des Chichats. Source

Notes

Red and white marked trail (GR®93).
Head towards Pas du Touet.

Worth a visit

Léoncel Abbey.

This hike celebrates the Salt Festival every year on Whit Monday. According to an ancient custom, the inhabitants of Léoncel and the surrounding area come every Whit Monday to have salt blessed for their livestock. Mass and craft market

The monks of Léoncel crossed the Epenet mountain and descended into the plain of Valence via the Pas du Touet trail.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 26 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
4.2 / 5
Jean Michel Lhomme
Jean Michel Lhomme

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

The Pas de Touet is a transit point for accessing the Pas de St Vincent and descending via Les Condamines for local trail running training.

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Michel691
Michel691

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful hike ending at the Vercors plateau with stunning flora (gentians and orchids). Beautiful views of the Valence plain and, in the distance, the Mézenc (Haute-Loire). This hike can be extended to the Pas de St Vincent and descend to Les Condamines (option to do a loop rather than a round trip)
Please note that the climb is steep if you are not very fit.

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lozval
lozval

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful hike with no difficulty, requiring a bit of stamina and leg strength, with a beautiful view as a reward

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BRUN Mireille
BRUN Mireille

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Popular on Sundays
Very beautiful views of the Valence plain

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colwyn
colwyn

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 13, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Hike done this morning, fairly easy climb, I didn't feel that the elevation gain was difficult, even though I'm not very fit.

Taking quite a few breaks (to take photos, catch my breath, enjoy nature, etc.) and going at a fairly slow pace, it took me 1 hour 30 minutes to climb up and a little less than an hour to come back down.
In total, it took about 2 hours and 20 minutes, so I wonder why it says 4 hours on the information sheet? Maybe if you go with young children? Even with my children, I don't think it would take more than 3 hours.

In any case, the hike is pretty cool, even if 90% of it is in the forest. It's nice in autumn, and the view from the top is really pretty.

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ThierryB42
ThierryB42

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 12, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful climb through the shaded forest. At this time of year, it's really enjoyable, with beautiful views during the ascent and at the summit. We came across a few people, but it was very peaceful

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Maxime 53
Maxime 53

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 28, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

The route is very well marked, especially when combined with the information provided on the Visorando website.
The climb gets progressively steeper, ending with a final 2 km at a 25% gradient. The trail does not present any particular difficulties, with a few dead leaves and stones at this time of year. Take care on the descent.
Just as you arrive at Pas du Touët, don't forget to take the small path on the left to enjoy the view over the Valence plain.

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Marchio
Marchio

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 24, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A beautiful hike. The arrival on the plateau rewards us for all our efforts.

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ELLA2009
ELLA2009

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 20, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

pleasant hike near Valencia. Steady, sustained climb. Descent via the same route, which may be slippery due to fallen leaves.

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peter breizh
peter breizh

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 11, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

route taken on Tuesday 11 September 2018 in the afternoon
very pretty walk, almost entirely in the woods
the climb seems very long (2 hours) because you have to watch where you're walking due to the many stones on the path.
magnificent scenery once at the top
we really enjoyed the descent because you face the valley and there are many views through the gaps in the woods, and you can also see the surrounding forest more easily
no major difficulties except for the sustained climb
bring plenty of water despite the short distance (to avoid cramps)
on this route, walking sticks are a real bonus (mainly for the descent)

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LiaD
LiaD

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 13, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Difficult climb for children under 10. But a very pleasant hike, shaded with a beautiful view at the end.

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gilnature5
gilnature5

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Very rocky hike, very shady, difficult for an 8-year-old!
a wonderful discovery, thank you to the Visorando team!

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DDA63
DDA63

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 20, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

After a bumpy start – there are TWO places in Peyrus with rubbish bins, near a café, on a road that runs alongside a stream... – the climb went smoothly and the view on arrival more than rewarded us for our efforts.

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Gavroche07
Gavroche07

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 07, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Very beautiful marked trail
We did a loop, returning via Pas ST Vincent
To avoid the road, park after the containers before the bridge.

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bonnechaussure
bonnechaussure

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 28, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

For those who don't like walking on the road (even if it's a small road with no traffic), it is possible to park higher up instead of parking near the containers.

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