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Guiers (rivière) walks
The Bellefont Pass via the Colonel's Trail
Visorando Member
6.98 mi
+3,402 ft
-3,399 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A beautiful, fairly challenging walk offering splendid views of all the peaks of the Chartreuse.
Caution! Read the comments carefully. A tricky scree slope has been reported.
Tour of the Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse valley
8.15 mi
+965 ft
-955 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
Leave the village and walk around the valley, discovering the main peaks as you go: Charmant Som, Chamechaude, Dent de Crolles, Scia and Grand Som. You will also pass through several Carthusian hamlets.
The Bellefont Hut from the hamlet of Perquelin
5.73 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,156 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A walk well sheltered from the sun in the heart of the Cartusian forest. Best done on hot days.
Once you reach the hut, you will be rewarded with a splendid 359° panorama.
Please note! Several hikers have reported a landslide between points (3) and (4). This landslide could be a problem for people prone to vertigo and could prove dangerous.
Around Guiers Mort (1): the spring
2.64 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,188 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A short hike around the Guiers Mort, a pretty little stream. The walk is mainly through the woods and along the valley floor to discover its source. This walk can be followed by a second one, still around the same stream: the Gorges du Guiers Mort, where you can even take a dip.
These two short hikes can be done one after the other (3½ hours + 30 minutes by car) or separately.
Circular of the Hauts de Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers
8.79 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,089 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers (Savoie)
This walk allows you to discover the village of Saint-Genix and climb to its heights to cross a rural area offering beautiful views of the Chartreuse, then follow a section of the Way of St James leading back to the village after crossing a forest.
The Lance Sud de Malissard circular
7.84 mi
+3,658 ft
-3,638 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
This is a beautiful hike that offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Chartreuse and Belledonne mountains in the distance from the summit.
This hike also allows you to enjoy the magnificent limestone landscapes of the surrounding area!
Please note: the final stretch through the rocks between the Col de Bellefond and the summit of the Lance Sud is quite steep and requires you to use your hands. In addition, the west face of the summit ridge is steep and therefore not necessarily suitable for people who are afraid of heights.
Around the Guiers Mort (2): the gorges
1.75 mi
+610 ft
-584 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
A short hike around the Guiers Mort, a pretty little stream. The walk is mainly through the undergrowth at the bottom of the gorges along the Guiers, in search of coolness, with several opportunities to take a dip.
- User report on 24 August 2023:
The trail is currently closed for works from 14 August to 30 November 2023 (the "blasting" sign is very dissuasive).
Access from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse by car is also closed (long detour via Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont).
Côte Curt art trail
2.81 mi
+722 ft
-702 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
This short 1.5-hour hike is a family outing.
An artistic discovery route, you can admire and discover works of art along the old Sardinian road.
Charming Som via the Bérard ridge
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.19 mi
+4,633 ft
-4,610 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A wonderful circular hike with no major difficulties, except for the length and elevation gain! After the point (3), the trail becomes more technical (especially in rainy or snowy weather).
From distillery to distillery in Saint-Laurent-du-Pont
Tourist office
8.19 mi
+781 ft
-804 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
The Fourvoirie site marks one of the entrances to the Chartreuse Desert. One of the bridges, built in the 13th century, gave its name to the village of Saint-Laurent-du-Pont. On the right bank of the Guiers Mort, the Carthusians once started a major metallurgical industry, which continues today in the Saint-Laurent plain. On the other bank, the monks established a distillery, which was destroyed by a landslide in 1935.
The Grande Chartreuse Monastery
6.76 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,926 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A contemplative hike in the quiet zone of the Chartreuse Desert, following in the footsteps of Saint Bruno, founder of the Carthusian Order. The site is perfect for meditation. It offers a stunning view of the peaks of the Grand and Petit Som.
The Charmant Som circular loop from Valombré
10.48 mi
+3,999 ft
-4,003 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
Le Charmant Som is very busy due to the access road to its sheepfold coming from the Col de Porte. Its other sides, however, offer a wilder approach, particularly when coming from Valombré and Malamille. This route offers a relatively long but varied circular route, featuring ridge walks and crossings over slabs and sharp limestone pavements, whose wild character contrasts with the crowds at the summit arriving via the mountain pastures.
Pic de l'Oeillette
2.01 mi
+801 ft
-817 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
The Pic de l’Oeillette is a rocky monolith on the edge of the road between Saint-Laurent-du-Pont and Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse. There is no question of climbing it here; it serves merely as a visual landmark for a leisurely walk along the banks of the Guiers Mort.
Accessible outside the snowmelt season, it offers a welcome respite from the heat in summer.
Circular route from the Cabane de Bellefont via Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse
8.38 mi
+2,976 ft
-2,976 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A shaded circular route with beautiful scenery and very well signposted. The climb is a bit steep at the start. No technical sections apart from a short stretch near the Rocher du Mollard (above the cliff) where you’ll need to reassure those prone to vertigo and hold onto children. There’s a safety cable to hold onto, though it’s not strictly necessary.
Best done in dry weather.
See practical information regarding certain restrictions.
Bellefont rock field from Perquelin
5.88 mi
+2,858 ft
-2,828 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
An unusual hike through the rocky outcrops of the Chaos de Bellefont. Expect a few short sections of easy climbing. You must follow the markings in the Chaos de Bellefont very carefully to avoid getting lost.
Pierre Mesure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse
5.16 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,198 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
A walk along a wooded slope leading to old meadows; discover Carthusian architecture.
Circular route: Sentier du Solitaire – Cheminée de Corde – Arpison Viewpoint
6.35 mi
+3,297 ft
-3,274 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
A lovely circular route through little-known and little-visited parts of the Chartreuse, following old paths… which, sadly, are sometimes on the verge of disappearing.
Way of the Cross around Saint-Laurent-du-Pont
5.21 mi
+289 ft
-259 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
There are numerous crosses in the area around Saint-Laurent-du-Pont.
Here is a suggested route starting from the main church to see as many of them as possible, mainly in the plain.
From Saint Pierre-de-Chartreuse to the Arcabas Museum
5.66 mi
+600 ft
-597 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse (Isère)
As you follow the streams, change valleys and visit the church of Saint-Hugues de Chartreuse, decorated by the painter Arcabas.
Gorges du Guiers Mort
1.89 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,335 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont (Isère)
A walk along the Guiers Mort with small bridges and footbridges, also known as the ‘Balade des poissons bleus’. From the Pont Saint-Bruno to the Pic de l’Œillette, you can discover the legacy of the Carthusian monks.
⚠️ User comment>The route is currently (14/07/2026) closed for safety reasons. It features footbridges in poor condition, which could cause an accident. However, it is very popular for its refreshing atmosphere during heatwaves. Please check with the St Pierre de Chartreuse tourist office.
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