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Col de Vassieux (1333m) 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!
Loop from Col de Rousset to Refuge du Col de Vassieux
8.02 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,903 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chamaloc (Drôme)
Loop starting from the Col du Rousset, setting off along the superb old mule track carved into the hillside, then skirting the plain of the Bergerie de Chironne to reach the Col de Vassieux refuge in the forest. Return via the path overlooking the Diois valley, via the But de l'Aiglette and the Rochers de Chironne.
A hike offering a variety of landscapes, overlooking the Diois valley, without being vertiginous. Some hikers have even spotted vultures here.
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.
But de l'Aiglette from the Col de Vassieux
4.39 mi
+804 ft
-804 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vassieux-en-Vercors (Drôme)
This short family hike starts at the Col de Vassieux and takes you to the But de l'Aiglette via forest paths with a very moderate elevation gain. Enjoy the view of the Diois, the Route du Rousset, the Grand Veymont, and maybe even spot some vultures!
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.
Pré Peyret – Col de Vassieux Hut
10.33 mi
+2,047 ft
-2,818 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
The second stage of our Corrençon–Ambel–Corrençon circular route set off from the Cabane de Pré Peyret towards the Col du Rousset and then on to the Cabane du Col de Vassieux.
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.
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.