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Col de la Saulce walks
The Bellefont Pass via the Colonel's Trail
Visorando Member
6.98 mi
+3,402 ft
-3,399 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A beautiful, fairly challenging walk offering splendid views of all the peaks of the Chartreuse.
Caution! Read the comments carefully. A tricky scree slope has been reported.
The Bellefont Hut from the hamlet of Perquelin
5.73 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,156 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A walk well sheltered from the sun in the heart of the Cartusian forest. Best done on hot days.
Once you reach the hut, you will be rewarded with a splendid 359° panorama.
Please note! Several hikers have reported a landslide between points (3) and (4). This landslide could be a problem for people prone to vertigo and could prove dangerous.
The Lance Sud de Malissard circular
7.84 mi
+3,658 ft
-3,638 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
This is a beautiful hike that offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Chartreuse and Belledonne mountains in the distance from the summit.
This hike also allows you to enjoy the magnificent limestone landscapes of the surrounding area!
Please note: the final stretch through the rocks between the Col de Bellefond and the summit of the Lance Sud is quite steep and requires you to use your hands. In addition, the west face of the summit ridge is steep and therefore not necessarily suitable for people who are afraid of heights.
The Lances de Malissard from Les Essarts
6.60 mi
+2,592 ft
-2,618 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
This route has the least elevation gain for climbing one of the four peaks over 2,000 m in the Chartreuse. Magnificent view of the back of the Dent de Crolles, the north of the Chartreuse and, on the other side, the majestic Mont Blanc.
Circular route from the Cabane de Bellefont via Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse
8.38 mi
+2,976 ft
-2,976 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A shaded circular route with beautiful scenery and very well signposted. The climb is a bit steep at the start. No technical sections apart from a short stretch near the Rocher du Mollard (above the cliff) where you’ll need to reassure those prone to vertigo and hold onto children. There’s a safety cable to hold onto, though it’s not strictly necessary.
Best done in dry weather.
See practical information regarding certain restrictions.
Bellefont rock field from Perquelin
5.88 mi
+2,858 ft
-2,828 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
An unusual hike through the rocky outcrops of the Chaos de Bellefont. Expect a few short sections of easy climbing. You must follow the markings in the Chaos de Bellefont very carefully to avoid getting lost.
Col de Bellefont via Le Chaos and back via the Col de Saulce
6.85 mi
+3,720 ft
-3,678 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A beautiful, wild hike in the heart of the Chartreuse and on the edge of its nature reserve. The route starts in the woodland, to the sound of the waterfall and the source of the Guiers, climbs up the cliff face, crosses the wild and rugged Chaos de Bellefont, passes through mountain pastures, and reaches the ridge with its stunning views.
Dent de Crolles and Lance Sud de Malissard loop via Perquelin
11.77 mi
+5,079 ft
-5,052 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
Here is an unusual and challenging hike. It takes in all the must-see sights of the Dent de Crolles and its surroundings: Source du Guiers Mort, Arche à l’Aiguille, Sangle Barrère, Chemin des Crêtes, Arche de Rocheplane and Lance Sud de Malissard.
⚠️ 05/06/2026: route modified to avoid the Trou du Glaz path, which has been closed since November 2025 following a rockslide.