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Col de la chau (1434m) walks
But Saint-Genix - Col de Vassieux - But de l'Aiglette
Visorando Member
10.32 mi
+2,343 ft
-2,333 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vassieux-en-Vercors (Drôme)
The Cols de Vassieux offer breathtaking views of the Marignac en Diois valley, Die, the Col du Rousset, the Glandasse, the Grand Veymont and the entire chain up to the Pic Saint-Michel above Villard-de-Lans and the Chironne rocks. Breathtaking ravines, flowers and butterflies everywhere, a marvel and, as a bonus, the passage of griffon vultures reintroduced to the region!
Serre Plumé and Pelouse de Derbounouse from the Col de la Chau
6.87 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,348 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vassieux-en-Vercors (Drôme)
Ascent to Serre Plumé in the forest, with splendid views of the Vercors peaks, from Grand Veymond to Grande Moucherolle. Descent along the ridge path, then return walk through alpine grasslands.
Col de Vassieux from Marignac
6.30 mi
+2,726 ft
-2,743 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Marignac-en-Diois (Drôme)
A beautiful walk starting from Marignac-en-Diois, which provides access to the Vercors balcony. Very beautiful view to the south. Numerous possible extensions on the Vercors plateau.
Destination: Saint-Genix
10.53 mi
+3,743 ft
-3,720 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Marignac-en-Diois (Drôme)
This circular hike via the Col de Vassieux, But Saint-Genix and the Pas des Boullanains offers magnificent panoramic views of the Vercors, the Diois and the foothills of the Baronnies and Ventoux.
But Saint-Génix starting from Vassieux-en-Vercors
7.52 mi
+1,693 ft
-1,683 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vassieux-en-Vercors (Drôme)
This hike through forests and along airy ridges offers views of the Vassieux-en-Vercors plateau, the entire Vercors range, the Diois, the foothills of the Baronnies, as well as the Dévoluy and the Écrins in the background.
Circular loop taking in the Buts de l’Aiglette, Saint-Genix and Nève
11.46 mi
+3,428 ft
-3,438 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Chamaloc (Drôme)
This circular route takes you over three peaks in the southern Vercors, offering a variety of views. Alternating between woodland and mountain pastures, it is accessible over a wide season, and a good part of it can be completed on snowshoes in winter.
On the ridges of Vassieux-en-Vercors
7.05 mi
+1,909 ft
-1,837 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vassieux-en-Vercors (Drôme)
This walk will take you along the ridges above Vassieux-en-Vercors, where you’ll discover breathtaking views and exceptional flora and fauna in season. A walk where taking your time is essential!
View of Saint-Genix from the Col de Rousset
10.23 mi
+2,612 ft
-2,582 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Chamaloc (Drôme)
From the Col de Rousset, via the Rochers de Chironne, the But de l’Aiglette, and the Cols de Vassieux and de la Chau, you reach the But Saint-Genix. A magnificent 360° panorama over the valleys below. Return via the forest track through the woods.