From Col de la Percée to Mont Saint-Romain

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A pleasant walk offering beautiful landscapes and viewpoints, between forest and meadows bordered by low dry-stone walls. The steepness is very gradual on the first part of the walk, allowing you to reach the summit of Mont Saint-Romain without any particular difficulty. On the return journey, the slopes are steeper, but never unmanageable. A perfect walk for those who want a good outing but don't want to put too much strain on their legs.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 13.26 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 50 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Vertical gain: + 356 m
  • ↘
    Vertical drop: - 349 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 573 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 308 m
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Before arriving in Vivier
view from the paragliding take-off site near Notre-Dame des Roches

Description of the walk

Start from Col de la Percée (roadside parking available).

(S/E) Head due North on the GR® 76A, which climbs gently above the road. Follow this GR® to the summit of Mont Saint-Romain.

(1) At the crossroads, continue straight on, following the GR® signs. You may wish to make a short detour to see Notre-Dame des Roches. About 40m further on, ignore the left-hand path, which will be the return path, and continue straight ahead until you reach the road (D146).

(2) When you reach the road, take the track ahead, slightly to the left, to pass an ironmonger's shop in Grande Terre. Continue straight ahead, heading North-East, following the GR® signs to a wide track.

(3) Turn right, then left, following the signs for Mont Saint-Romain (GR® markings still present). You are now entering the forest part of the walk.

(4) Further up, cross the small road at Col de la Croix and continue straight on. The path climbs through the woods, a little steeper than before.

(5) To enjoy the view, continue to the right, then to the left as you reach the small road leading to the summit of Mont Romain, some 250m away.

(6) Return to the road.

(5) To continue the loop, turn right down the path. There are no longer any markings, so you need to be a little more careful at crossroads. Reach a crossroads at La Mangette.

(7) Go straight on.

(8) The path passes just below the Grottes de Blanot, but you can climb up to the entrance via a small path on the left.

(9) Continue, turning left at the next crossroads, then right immediately after. Continue straight ahead on a narrow path leading down to Vivier.

(10) Cross the village, turning right onto the main road, then left down to the wash-house. The path continues in the direction of La Musette, then heads due South to Blanot.

(11) Pass through the village of Blanot, taking the main road (D146) to the right. You can visit the church and wash-house. Reach the Combes farm at the end of the village.

(12) Leave the road to take the path that climbs to the right. Further on, another crossroads before catching up with the path taken on the outward journey. Turn left to reach the first crossroads.

(1) Then follow the outward path back to the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 467 m - Col de la Percée (475m)
  2. 1 : km 0.62 - alt. 470 m - Carrefour de la boucle - Notre-Dame des Roches
  3. 2 : km 1.64 - alt. 452 m - D146. Path opposite.
  4. 3 : km 3.46 - alt. 466 m - Crossroads, turn right
  5. 4 : km 4.42 - alt. 487 m - Path opposite. - Col de la Croix (486m)
  6. 5 : km 6.08 - alt. 548 m - Cross - Mont Saint Romain
  7. 6 : km 6.43 - alt. 573 m - Mont Saint Romain
  8. 7 : km 7.56 - alt. 432 m - La Mangette, straight on
  9. 8 : km 7.99 - alt. 384 m - Grotte de Blanot
  10. 9 : km 8.28 - alt. 360 m - Crossroads, turn left then right
  11. 10 : km 8.8 - alt. 330 m - Vivier
  12. 11 : km 10.59 - alt. 353 m - Église Saint-Martin (Blanot)
  13. 12 : km 11.14 - alt. 384 m - Les Combes, path on the right
  14. S/E : km 13.26 - alt. 467 m - Col de la Percée

Practical information

Bring good waterproof footwear, as the paths can be slippery and wet in winter.

(3) Picnic tables at the junction of the GR® and the D146 (La Grande Terre).
Picnic tables and inn/snack bar (depending on season) at the summit of Mont Saint-Romain.

In the nearby area

Statue of Notre-Dame des Roches (a short detour at the start or end of the walk).
View of the valley from the Notre-Dame des Roches paragliding site.
Viewpoint and inn at the summit of Mont Saint-Romain.
(8) Grottes de Blanot (open seasonally).
(11) Village of Blanot, its church and wash-house.

 Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
Serge71100
Serge71100

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

A pleasant hike without any difficulties and with varied landscapes. Very beautiful view from Mont Saint Romain.

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Pierre59110
Pierre59110

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 18, 2025
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very pleasant hike, without any major difficulties. The landscapes and paths are varied.

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User 3857325

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 13, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Not too many explanations at the start, otherwise perfect, great hike

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breizh69
breizh69

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Most of the hike is in the shade on easy trails
A beautiful route enhanced by the village of Blanot

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Michele VANIER
Michele VANIER

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 06, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Pleasant and as described

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DETROIT
DETROIT

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

The starting point indicated at the Col de la Percée is not very explicit. In my opinion, it's better to park in the large car park before coming from Donzy le Pertuis. Another minor problem on the way back to the same car park is that the GR76A is rather badly signposted at the end of the route. Otherwise, it's a very pretty walk.

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Mof
Mof

Overall rating : 4.5 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Easy, pleasant route. Beautiful views from Mont St Romain.

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DETROIT
DETROIT

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 27, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Lovely walk with splendid views. The sign for the car park at the Col de la Percée is not very precise.

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claudinemolinero
claudinemolinero

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 21, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A 3.5 hour walk, mostly shaded. The village of Le Blanot is well worth a visit, with its 360-degree panoramic view of Mont St Romain.

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MarieO
MarieO

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 05, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Very good description except at Blanot where we had to ask for directions.
Pleasant walk, no major difficulties
We recommend

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BERTHELIER
BERTHELIER

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of walk : May 05, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Clarity of route map : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Beautiful trails. However, we had a problem in Blanot. We asked 3 people about it, but they didn't know anything about the ferme des combes. We had to take the D146 before finding our way back. This slightly spoiled and lengthened the end of our walk.

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hervé.genet
hervé.genet

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 08, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Nice walk, nice paths.
Nice panoramic view from Mont-Saint-Romain.

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Rens71
Rens71

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : May 09, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

A pleasant walk with beautiful views.
Highly recommended.

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claujack
claujack

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 24, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Lovely walk with beautiful views and paths. Be careful, the two paths heading west under Mont St Romain are private, so take the one just below. There is a small stream at the bottom of the descent before arriving at the Blanot caves.
Goat's cheese is on sale at Blanot, but only in the morning (9-12am).
Small diversions (100 m) to see the statue either at the start or on the way back.
Depart from Donzy in the direction of Cortambert.

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eric.d21
eric.d21
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 31, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A very nice walk, easy, pleasant and with many viewpoints.
A small change could be made, small car park about 50 metres after the pass on the D117 towards Cortambert.

Eric.D21

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