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Dévoluy walks
The Pic de Bure via the Combe d'Aurouze and the Combe de Mai
Visorando Member
8.76 mi
+4,573 ft
-4,560 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Montmaur (Hautes-Alpes)
The Dévoluy massif offers a striking contrast of colours between the pure blue of the sky and the ochre of the rocks in its trio of peaks (Obiou, Grand Ferrand, Pic de Bure).
Warning! The descent via the Combe de Mai, from (4) to (1), is prohibited outside the winter months for the first few hundred metres. See the prefectural decree on the protection of the Plateau de Bure biotope.
Grande Tête de l'Obiou
6.23 mi
+4,154 ft
-4,140 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Pellafol (Isère)
A magnificent hike on vertiginous trails in the Dévoluy Massif, offering splendid panoramic views of the surrounding mountains throughout the entire route. A real breath of fresh air.
Hikers beware: this route is for experienced hikers only and a helmet is mandatory. It is also advisable to only attempt this hike in good weather.
The Lac du Lauzon
5.29 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,717 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
A magnificent walk, although the slopes are sometimes quite steep on both the ascent and descent. The landscapes and flora are remarkable.
The Pic de Charance
5.90 mi
+2,562 ft
-2,566 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
Starting from Charance, the climb up the breach and to the peak offers breathtaking views of the Gapençais basin, the Durance valley and the Pic de Bure.
The Pic de Gleize
8.45 mi
+2,910 ft
-2,894 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
From the Col de Gleize, climb towards the Pic de Gleize, then descend towards the ruins of the village of Chaudun and climb back up to the Col de Gleize.
La Roche-des-Arnauds: the Bishops' circuit
5.85 mi
+764 ft
-761 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Roche-des-Arnauds (Hautes-Alpes)
The Circuit des Évêques (named after a place you will pass near) is a very popular route in La Roche-des-Arnauds. It will allow you to discover the cable bridge and the Corréo plateau with interesting views of the Tête de Clappe, the Pic de Bure and the Pic de Ceüze.
This circuit is also selected as a mountain bike circuit.
The Bans trail starting from Rabou
10.79 mi
+2,359 ft
-2,352 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Rabou (Hautes-Alpes)
Very beautiful hike on the Bans trail to the old village of Chaudun
Around the Haute Gillarde springs
5.02 mi
+1,024 ft
-1,004 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pellafol (Isère)
A pleasant walk, accessible to all, where you can take your children along, under supervision of course.The trickier sections are protected. Take your time.Enjoy the view of the crushing foothills of Dévoluy and discover an unusual phenomenon: the resurgent source of Haute Gillarde and its confluence with La Souloise.
The four passes at Lus-la-Croix-Haute
7.65 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,395 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-en-Beauchêne (Hautes-Alpes)
This hike takes in four passes, Col des Tours, Col du Vallon de l'Aup, Col du Lauteret and Col de Plate Contier, and is characterised by the diversity of its landscapes and the beauty of its panoramic views.
This is a ride with no major technical difficulties and a steady climb throughout, and is one of the most beautiful in the Bochaîne area.
"A real favourite".
Lac du Lauzon and Col de Charnier
5.92 mi
+3,114 ft
-3,114 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
Beautiful wild hike in the Jarjatte valley to Lac de Lauzon and the Col de Charnier for views to the south. Return via the Col des Aurias.
Around Petit Buëch via the Sentier des Bans trail
6.85 mi
+2,162 ft
-2,162 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Rabou (Hautes-Alpes)
After taking the famous Sentier des Bans balcony path, we will cross the Petit Buech to return via a small balcony path on the other side before reaching Rabou via a small Roman bridge.
There are a few tricky sections on the balconies, especially on the way back. This is where the difficulty lies. Not suitable for those who are afraid of heights.
Pic de Gleize - short circular
3.07 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,496 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
A short circular loop to reach a very wide viewpoint over Champsaur, Dévoluy and Gapençais.
Longueville en Trièves loop
4.63 mi
+817 ft
-794 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Baudille-et-Pipet (Isère)
A short but very pleasant walk in the heart of the Trièves basin. You will have beautiful panoramic views of the many peaks that surround it. A walk that is particularly accessible to families.
Saute Aure Waterfall
3.85 mi
+650 ft
-630 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Agnières-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
A hike accessible to young and old alike, which leads to the foot of a beautiful waterfall... It is not uncommon to encounter marmots and sheep (accompanied by their shepherd and dogs). It is at its most beautiful in autumn or after heavy rain. It is possible to turn around and go the other way!
Between Vercors and Trièves, Pointe Feuillette
7.94 mi
+2,671 ft
-2,687 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
This beautiful circuit, located on the border of the Drôme, Isère and Hautes-Alpes departments, covers the eastern part of the Lus-la-Croix-Haute area.
After a sub-horizontal crossing at the foot of the mountain, the trail climbs through the forest before ascending the mountain pastures to Pointe Feuillette. From passes to ridges, walkers are treated to exceptional panoramic views of the Alps.
The return route follows a wide ravine that leads to the Tranchemule stream and then to the Amayères Gorges.
Vallon d'Âne and Vallon Froid loop
6.10 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,886 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
An 8-shaped loop that will take you through the Bois Rond before exploring two valleys and approaching the Pic de Bure rock face. You will have completed the Crête d'Âne loop.
Charajaille in a circular fashion from Glaise
5.19 mi
+2,093 ft
-2,090 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Veynes (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular route that passes by a summit offering panoramic views of Buëch, Dévoluy, and Gapençais, all starting from a picturesque little village: a very promising itinerary.
Route from Sainte-Philomène Chapel to Montmaur
4.25 mi
+433 ft
-446 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Montmaur (Hautes-Alpes)
A short family hike in the Montmaur plain.
The Jajène Mountain
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.92 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,195 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
This hike, which is not particularly difficult, offers breathtaking views of the Dévoluy mountain range: the Grande Tête de l'Obiou, the Tête de l'Aupet, the Grand Ferrand, the Rocher Rond, the Roc and the Tête de Garnesier, with Bure in the background.
To the west, Toussière and Jocou, with the Trois Becs in the distance.
Further north, Le Rognon and the summit of L'Aup.
In the background, the Vercors mountain range.
And many other peaks that I'll leave you to guess.
Col de Guillotier and Col du Pendu from Saint-Julien-en-Beauchêne
6.77 mi
+1,716 ft
-1,696 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-en-Beauchêne (Hautes-Alpes)
A short hike in Beauchêne through boxwood and beech woods under the Ranc de Mianoux towards the old Chartreuse de Durbon.
Têtes de Vallon Pierra and Lauzon via Lac du Lauzon
8.60 mi
+4,498 ft
-4,501 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
Starting from the legendary Jarjatte valley, this hike takes you to the rocky landscape of the Tête du Vallon Pierra via the Tête and Lac du Lauzon, nestled in its green setting, which is undergoing eutrophication. The landscapes criss-crossed by chamois and griffon vultures and the views are breathtaking.
A small part of the route is off-trail, but on obvious terrain, and the only real difficulty is the elevation gain of over 1,000 metres.
Pic de la Greysinière
3.21 mi
+971 ft
-938 ft
2h 20
Difficult
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
A short circular loop that leads to the second part, on the ridges of La Greysinière, with some tricky sections.
Can be done in addition to another walk from the Col de Gleize car park.
Col de Tournerond: A circular panorama starting from Les Amayères
5.31 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,640 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
A hike starting from one of the hamlets of Lus-la-Crois-Haute (Les Amayères) that alternates between meadows, forests, balcony crossings and mountain pastures. A fairly short route with an elevation gain of only 480 m, but offering magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding mountains (Jocou, Rognon, Jagène, Pointe Feuillette, etc.).
La Montagne de Moutet from Notre-Dame de Bois-Vert
6.04 mi
+2,992 ft
-2,989 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from La Fare-en-Champsaur (Hautes-Alpes)
In my opinion, this is one of the most beautiful hikes in the area.
It offers views of the Champsaur and Gapençais valleys.
The Drouillet Pass
8.56 mi
+3,802 ft
-3,802 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Disdier (Hautes-Alpes)
Starting from the hamlets above St Disdier en Dévoluy, several large parallel valleys climb up towards the ridge connecting Grand Ferrand to Obiou.
This hike takes you up to the Col du Douillet, just below the Petit Ferrand, via the Truchière valley, and back via the Narittes valley.
As always in Dévoluy, the landscape is rocky, but the Truchière valley is quite grassy, while the Narittes valley is much more austere.
The 3 Peaks
6.33 mi
+2,100 ft
-2,077 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
Pic de Gleize, Pic de Chaudin and Pic de l'Aiguille: three peaks and three panoramas with beautiful views of Dévoluy, with the forgotten domain of Chaudin at its feet, Les Écrins, Champsaur and the Gap conurbation.
Mens, the Sacrificial Stone
10.03 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,677 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mens (Isère)
An easy walk, surrounded by peaks: Le Chatel, L'Obiou, Le Grand Ferrand, Les Deux Aiguilles, Le Jocou, Le Mont-Aiguille, Le Grand Veymont... All while passing through the villages of Trièves.
A fairly shaded walk, ideal in summer.
Pic Melette from Rabou
6.45 mi
+3,012 ft
-3,009 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Rabou (Hautes-Alpes)
From the Rabou car park, 15 km from Gap, this hike is partly off-trail and offers exceptional views of the surrounding peaks.
Le Châtel or Bonnet de Calvin
9.63 mi
+3,730 ft
-3,730 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Mens (Isère)
This hike ends on a plateau dominated by the Dévoluy's landmark mountain: the Obiou.
Tête de Garnesier
9.60 mi
+4,406 ft
-4,400 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from La Cluse (Hautes-Alpes)
This is an easy hike with a spring halfway along the route.
We set off from La Cluse (small car park at the edge of the village) and climb up to Tête de Garnesier, following aGR® trail for most of the hike.
The waters of Charance
7.12 mi
+561 ft
-561 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
Most of the walk is along the Canal du Drac, which allows you to discover many of the structures designed to channel and distribute water to the surrounding farms, and also offers sections with panoramic views.
La Caire - Vallon de la Toussière
2.90 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,014 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
Family hike in the Toussière valley, now uninhabited but still bearing traces of the past with the ruins of a Templar commandery. During May and June, this is a pleasant hike to enjoy the mountain flora. View of the foothills of Oisans and Dévoluy.
The Fétoure Cave
7.66 mi
+3,658 ft
-3,665 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Tréminis (Isère)
This cave is located at the foot of the majestic west face of the Petit and Grand Ferrand (700 m vertical drop).
With a view of the Triève and Vercors in the background.
See § Practical information.
The Pic de Bure circular from the Superdévoluy station
10.86 mi
+4,587 ft
-4,583 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a long circular loop that takes you along the two possible hiking routes on this side of the mountain. The difficulty is mainly due to the length. The elevation gain is also significant and some passages require great care (cables).
Crête des Baumes via small pass du Tat
6.21 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,325 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Agnières-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a circular walk with no real difficulties except for the steep climb between small pass du Tat and the summit of Crête des Baumes. You can enjoy magnificent scenery for almost the entire hike.
Col de Rabou circular
7.38 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,762 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful hike that first winds through the Bois Rond before climbing up into the mountain pastures. Be warned, in good weather there will not be much shade. You will climb up to the source of the Souloise.
Please respect the peace and quiet of the herds and shepherds.
Crête de la Plane
7.38 mi
+2,657 ft
-2,654 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
The ascent of the Crête de la Plane offers superb views of the Pic de Bure and the whole of Dévoluy.
The first part of the hike, up to the Col de Rabou, follows theGRP® du Tour du Dévoluy, which is very well marked.
After Col de Rabou, the route is no longer marked and is off-trail. There are no particular difficulties as you follow the ridge. However, good visibility and the ability to navigate with a map and compass are required.
On the Resistance Trail in Tréminis
5.22 mi
+2,234 ft
-2,247 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tréminis (Isère)
In an unspoilt area, a historic trail marked by the Trièves Tourist Office will take you from the woods of Tréminis to the Alpages de la Paille.
At the Col de la Croix, you will be treated to superb panoramic views of the Grand Ferrand and the entire Dévoluy mountain range! With a little extra effort, you can also enjoy views of the Vallon de la Jarjatte and the Rocher Rond.
Gicon
5.13 mi
+2,628 ft
-2,654 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Disdier (Hautes-Alpes)
This short hike takes you quickly to one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Dévoluy, offering views of the entire syncline and the peaks of Vercors Nord, Chartreuse, Taillefer and Oisans.
The view towards the turquoise Sautet Lake is spectacular and, with a bit of luck, a sea of clouds will add a romantic touch to the landscape.
Grouse and chamois abound on the slopes of the Gicon and can be seen if you are discreet enough.
Tour of Pic d'Aiguille and Pic de Gleize
6.17 mi
+2,641 ft
-2,635 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Gap (Hautes-Alpes)
Route around Pic de Gleize, passing by Pic de Gleize to reach the mountain pastures, offering beautiful views of Champsaur, Dévoluy and Bassin Gapençais.
The mountain pastures of Vallon du Fleyrard starting from La Jarjatte.
4.37 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,312 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lus-la-Croix-Haute (Drôme)
Balcony hike on the transhumance mountain pastures at the bottom of the Jarjatte valley, cul-de-sac and sources of the Buëch.
Beautiful panoramic views.
Access: from Luz la Croix Haute, go to the end of the Jarjatte road.
The Ébron and the two mills
10.85 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,650 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Prébois (Isère)
This walk in the heart of the Trièves region offers some beautiful panoramic views. You are surrounded by the peaks of Dévoluy and Vercors. The route mainly follows beautiful paths and, in part, small roads.
Notre-Dame de Bois Vert - Les Farelles, via Clot de Ventecul
4.23 mi
+778 ft
-787 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from La Fare-en-Champsaur (Hautes-Alpes)
A walk in the Notre-Dame de Bois-Vert forest, on the mountainside with a magnificent view of the Champsaur valley and its typical bocage landscape.The Notre-Dame de Bois-Vert sanctuary is a true haven of peace!
The Samblue ridges via the Col des Faîsses
7.44 mi
+3,264 ft
-3,268 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pellafol (Isère)
Visit to His Majesty the Obiou. From the Samblue ridges, there is a beautiful view of the Pellafol and Obiou plains.
Dominique Villars discovery trail
2.27 mi
+784 ft
-758 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Le Noyer (Hautes-Alpes)
Following in the footsteps of botanist Dominique Villars, this trail, marked with information panels, allows you to discover the incredible diversity of the Champsaur vegetation.
Col des Aiguilles and Serre Long from Col du Festre
6.85 mi
+2,290 ft
-2,290 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Agnières-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
In a superb setting, this hike begins with a relatively easy climb to the Col des Aiguilles, a pass flanked by two steep peaks that give it a striking appearance.
The return journey can be made either by the same route (rated as Moderate) or by a challenging circular route reserved for experienced hikers and only to be attempted in good weather conditions (rated as Very Difficult).
Pertuis Cave at Pic Chauve
3.83 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,726 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Roche-des-Arnauds (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a half-day hike, either on foot or with snowshoes. Almost the entire route is through forest with clearings to enjoy the scenery and finish the climb to the Pertuis, which can be visited with a good torch. The return is via another pleasant path.
Grand Ferrand via the sinkholes, return via La Vire Olympique
7.81 mi
+5,089 ft
-5,082 ft
8h 00
Extremely difficult
Departure from Saint-Disdier (Hautes-Alpes)
A superb route allowing you to discover the Canyon and the Arche des Adroits and climb up to the Grand Ferrand via two tunnels (sinkholes) and a very beautiful rocky ridge. The return journey allows you to visit the Chourum and the Vire Olympique as well as numerous karstic caves.
This little-used route is challenging and requires sure footing on scree and very steep grassy steps. It is almost entirely off-trail.
Col des Aiguilles - Return circular via Le Chauvet
7.94 mi
+2,743 ft
-2,723 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Agnières-en-Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes)
Most of the route follows theGRP® Tour du Dévoluy trail markedGR®94.
For the return journey, rather than going back the same way, you can vary the route by returning via Small Pass and Le Charvet. This is an off-trail route.
This alternative route must be taken in good visibility and requires the ability to use a map and compass, which is essential for off-trail hiking.
The view from Le Chauvet over Le Dévoluy is magnificent.
