Fontanil-Cornillon walks

This hike was organised by the Grenoble metropolitan area as part of its initiative to maintain and enhance the trails in the urban area. The hike is called Métrorando. The route described allows you to explore the foothills of the Chartreuse massif, as well as a beautiful forest and the small village of Mont-Saint-Martin.

A circular route on wide paths that allows you to delve into the history of millstones.

A fun hike bordering on mountaineering on a very little-used route leading to the Rocher de Chalves via its southern ridge. You will discover the Ouillon, a monolith clearly visible at the foot of the ridge, before climbing an easy rock face (never exceeding 3c) along the ridge. Caution: there is a sheer drop below the ridge, so you must proceed slowly and test each hold carefully, as some boulders are ready to tumble down.

A pleasant circular through the woods of the commune of Proveyzieux leading to the Belvédère du Sialet, which offers a bird's-eye view of the Isère valley. Hikers will be happy to discover the large shopping area of Saint-Égrève, where many of them stock up on supplies.

A route to the Aiguille and the Monastère de Chalais. A relentless climb with a steep, slippery and exposed access ramp to the south ridge.

A well-known local walk, presenting no difficulty. It takes you to the heights of Sassenage, as well as some pleasant neighbourhoods and the village centre. The "Batteries" are a defensive structure from the "iron belt" of the late 19th century: several battery emplacements, now empty of their artillery pieces. Find out about their former function.

This hike takes you to the Belvédère de l'Échaillon, the northern tip of the Vercors, with its beautiful views of the Voreppe gorge, southern Grésivaudan, the Voiron region and the Isère valley. The Saint-Ours Chapel, built into the cliffside with a single large opening above the void, offers an impressive bird's-eye view of the Isère!

Ascent of the Aiguille de Quaix from the hamlet of La Jars in Quaix en Chartreuse: a fairly shaded forest route offering magnificent views of the Isère valley from the Aiguille de Quaix. The ascent of the Aiguille de Quaix requires a climb that can be difficult with heavy boots or for people who are prone to vertigo. However, the view at the foot of the peak, without climbing, is still worth the effort. The hike remains very interesting.

Route in the forest above the village of Veurey-Voroize.

This is a short, easy walk, perfect for after lunch or before dinner, which will delight young and old alike. For adults, chatting will be the ideal accompaniment to this walk, while children can throw stones into the Vence or skip them across the water.

This is a loop south of the Chartreuse, at a modest altitude. It starts at Chalais Monastery, climbs up the cable-assisted passageway of the chimney, then heads towards the small village of Mont-Saint-Martin and returns via the Cuchet route. Traditional yellow directional signs indicate the distance to be covered and the time needed to reach the destinations concerned.

Warning: Trail for experienced hikers. It is strongly recommended to follow this trail in a clockwise direction (Cheminée de Lorzier). SAFETY INFORMATION Although our trails are regularly maintained, they are mountain and/or forest trails, with all the inherent risks: Falling branches, trees, stones and rocks, mudslides, flash floods, slips... You will be walking alongside ravines and cliffs. DO NOT LEAVE THE MARKED TRAIL You hike at your own risk. Be careful.Avoid setting off alone; if you do, inform a friend or family member of your route.Be properly equipped: walking boots (no trainers), and wear protective clothing. Before setting off: Check the weather forecast. Do not hike in bad weather, nor the day after such conditions (wind, rain, snow); bear in mind that higher up, some sections may be snow-covered, so do not go there. Know when to give up and turn back Emergency number: 112

A family-friendly circuit starting from Chalais Monastery and ending at the eponymous Aiguille.

A walk in the shade above Grenoble.

Walk through the Furon Gorges leading to the top of the village, where restaurants once welcomed Grenoble residents seeking coolness on Sundays. This short walk is very popular in hot weather, as the Furon area remains cool.

Explore the Gorges du Furon from Sassenage, via the Chemin des Cuves and, a little further up, the Pont Charvet (Resistance memorial). Do not attempt in wet weather: very steep paths for 2 hours with an 800-metre elevation gain. After that, the route via Engins and back to Sassenage is straightforward.

At the southern tip of the Jura massif (Ratz range), this walk is rich in history: - Former fireclay quarry. - Sites associated with the Resistance. - Ruins of an ancient settlement (with a bread oven). - A centuries-old track, of which the paving and retaining walls remain. - Views over the Cirque de Roize. - The Isère plain and gorge, a natural corridor carved out by glaciers between the Vercors and the Chartreuse.

Pleasant circular route starting from Voreppe, which passes through Pommiers-la-Placette and the Col de Tençon at the foot of the Rochebrune summit.

A family walk where you’ll discover Voreppe amidst its hilly surroundings, with its old hamlets, its hillsides once covered in vineyards, and the Poor Clares monastery. However, this trail presents risks typical of mountain and forest paths (falling branches and the Roize river overflowing at the ‘Pas Japonais’ crossing, etc.).

Forest route to reach the Durand farm overlooking the Isère valley.

Mont-Rachais from Lévetière. Return via Mont-Jalla. View of the Chartreuse, Belledonne, Vercors and Mont Blanc if the weather is clear enough.

Mont-Rachais from Lachal, passing at the foot of the rocky outcrops to rejoin theGR®9.