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Col de la Tençon walks
The Col de Tençon
Visorando Member
5.23 mi
+1,355 ft
-1,355 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
Pleasant circular route starting from Voreppe, which passes through Pommiers-la-Placette and the Col de Tençon at the foot of the Rochebrune summit.
Rochebrune from Voreppe
5.51 mi
+2,907 ft
-2,884 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
A lovely but fairly strenuous hike. Return via the same route.
Roche Brune and the Grand Ratz plateau, starting from Pommiers-la-Placette
7.97 mi
+2,864 ft
-2,838 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pommiers-la-Placette (Isère)
This lovely route, less than 30 minutes from Grenoble, will delight lovers of forests and panoramic views.
There are no significant difficulties apart from a few steep slopes on the way up to Roche Brune.
Tour de Pommiers (trail no. 3 of the “Sentiers de Chartreuse Occidentale”)
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.26 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,378 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
A picturesque walk leading to the charming little hamlet of Pommiers-la-Placette (which forms part of the commune of La Sure-en-Chartreuse), nestled amidst the mountains (Charminelle, La Grande Sure and the Ratz range). You’ll follow the old road linking Voreppe to Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, which was used before the RD520A was built in 1820. There’s a panoramic view of the Isère gorge and the Bas Dauphiné. This is trail no. 3 of the ‘Sentiers de Chartreuse Occidentale’, signposted in both directions.This trail presents the usual risks associated with mountain and forest trails (falling branches). And take care when crossing the two departmental roads.
Walks near Col de la Tençon
Tour of the two highest peaks in the Chartreuse
17.39 mi
+6,673 ft
-8,005 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sarcenas (Isère)
Chamechaude (2,082 m) and the Dent de Crolles (2,062 m) are the two highest peaks in the Chartreuse; allow for a walk of around 30 km – fancy a go?
Col de Porte – Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse
17.45 mi
+5,075 ft
-6,824 ft
12h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Sarcenas (Isère)
This second stage of the Tour of the 10 Highest Peaks of the Chartreuse links the Col de Porte to St-Pierre-de-Chartreuse, via the Charmant Som and then the Grande Sûre. Whilst presenting no particular technical difficulties, this stage is nevertheless one of the longest on the Tour.
The Molière Plateau
8.44 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,621 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Autrans (Isère)
A winter snowshoe hike through magnificent landscapes, offering stunning views in unspoilt, peaceful natural surroundings.
From Sassenage to Noyarey on the slopes of the Vercors
3.77 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,119 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sassenage (Isère)
This exploratory hike along the paths on the northern flank of the Vercors should be treated as a training session if it is cold higher up. There are three viewpoints, two of which have been developed.
That said, the constant change in gradient along this route is sure to please any hiker or runner hoping to tackle the drovers' road leading to the Sornin plateau at a later date.
This walk is only enjoyable in dry weather, as the slopes become slippery after rain.
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse – Saint-Pierre-d’Entremont
9.00 mi
+4,160 ft
-4,633 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
This third stage of the Tour of the Ten Highest Peaks of the Chartreuse links Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse to Saint-Pierre-d’Entremont, via the Grand Som. There are no technical difficulties, unless you decide to follow the southern ridge of the Grand Som, which offers some very beautiful and exposed rock climbing.
Fountain - Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte
6.11 mi
+3,196 ft
-49 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Seyssinet-Pariset (Isère)
This first stage takes you on an assault on the Vercors, gradually leaving the urban environment behind you.
5-day crossing of the Vercors from Grenoble to Châtillon-en-Diois
54.77 mi
+10,781 ft
-9,482 ft
5 days
Difficult
Departure from Seyssinet-Pariset (Isère)
This is a trek across the Vercors via the high plateaus, the wildest and most unspoilt part of the Vercors.
From the north to the south of the Vercors, an 88km hike through spectacular landscapes. You’ll be camping in tents or in the various shelters lining theGR®.
Crossing the Vercors from Engins to Saint-Gervais
21.71 mi
+5,394 ft
-7,323 ft
14h 40
Extremely difficult
Departure from Engins (Isère)
This traverse of the northern Vercors links Engins to Saint-Gervais from east to west, passing over three peaks and through particularly wild sections. The route offers a wonderful variety of landscapes, ranging from forests to mountain pastures and the ridges typical of the Vercors. The higher ground offers stunning views over the Isère valley, the Chartreuse and the surrounding Alpine massifs. The route alternates between open stretches and more wooded sections, some of which are very remote.
⚠️ This route is intended solely for experienced and well-trained walkers. A GPX track is essential. See practical information.
Cabane de Pravouta - La Plagne
15.41 mi
+4,469 ft
-6,211 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
Third and final day of this trip to the Chartreuse to collect the car.
Grenoble and the Isère Greenway
5.31 mi
+16 ft
-7 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Grenoble (Isère)
You’ll pass through the narrow streets of Grenoble city centre and on to the wide open green spaces on the northern outskirts of the city. In particular, you’ll pass through the Parc de l’Île d’Amour (suitable for all ages…) and the arboretum at the university campus. You’ll hardly feel as though you’re in an urban setting anymore.