La Croix de Jaume at the start of Col de la Croix Perrin

La Croix de Jaume from Col de la Croix Perrin with a viewpoint over the Lans-en-Vercors plateau.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 5.07 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 10 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 241 m
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    Descent: - 234 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,426 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 1,178 m

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Description of the walk

From Grenoble, take the road through Fontaine and Sassenage and climb up to the Vercors plateau via the Engins gorges. At the roundabout at the entrance to Lans-en-Vercors, turn right towards Autrans.
Pass the Auberge du Col de la Croix Perrin and park in the car park after the inn.

(S/E) Cross the D106 very carefully, as there is heavy traffic, and head for the starting point signposted Lans-en-Vercors. Take the path through the forest and follow it until you reach the tarmac Vagnet forest road.

(1) Take the road downhill to the left to reach the D106.

(2) Cross it carefully and head opposite onto the track, which leads gently to the hamlet of Chemin Neuf.

(3) Continue along the path on the left at the start of the hamlet. You will soon reach the ridge; continue along it to reach the Croix de Jaume.

(4) Turn onto the path downhill to the left that winds through Combe de Rui. You will arrive at a crossroads.

(5) Stay on the main path on the left to reach the Col de la Croix Perrin car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,217 m - Car park at - Col de la Croix Perrin (1306m)
  2. 1 : km 0.72 - alt. 1,211 m - Forest road junction
  3. 2 : km 1.13 - alt. 1,181 m - D106 crossroads
  4. 3 : km 1.54 - alt. 1,192 m - Chemin Neuf
  5. 4 : km 3.5 - alt. 1,414 m - Croix de Jaume
  6. 5 : km 4.28 - alt. 1,304 m - Combe de Rui crossroads
  7. S/E : km 5.07 - alt. 1,217 m - Car park at - Col de la Croix Perrin (1306m)

Notes

No water sources along the route.

Worth a visit

(S/E) Col de la Croix Perrin: the Auberge de la Croix Perrin

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 15 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
Hélène G.
Hélène G.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 31, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant and easy walk for the last day of the year (there was no snow and the sun was shining). Follow the yellow and green markings. The climb is not difficult and you will discover a beautiful view when you arrive at the Jaume cross.
To complete the circular route, there is no difficulty: from the Jaume cross, follow the path uphill for a few minutes until you reach a crossroads with a signpost. Simply follow the path marked "Col de la Croix Perrin".

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User 26573063
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 15, 2025
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Insufficient trace,
No problem going up, but coming back down in a circular... we couldn't find it...
The signposting is also a problem.

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j'aime la rando
j'aime la rando

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 18, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

the route is fairly easy to follow, with plenty of shade, especially in the heat. No difficulties
can be done with children

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MAMAROT J-L
MAMAROT J-L

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

in this heatwave, this walk is very pleasant because it is almost entirely in the shade.

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gilloua73
gilloua73

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 16, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely little walk to do with children, to teach them about nature and the rewards of exercise.

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nanourando38
nanourando38

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely half-day hike.
A few slightly steep sections, but suitable for families.

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Marcel Klein
Marcel Klein

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

It's a bit of a climb to reach the Croix de Jaume, but the view over the valley is superb.

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jldequin
jldequin

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hike taken after heavy rain. The route remains very accessible despite a few muddy spots. Quite a long climb but with a gentle slope, offering magnificent panoramic views over the Lans à Villard valley.
A good walk to recover from the previous day's exertions.

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jldequin
jldequin

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk lasting a few hours with a long, slightly challenging climb through the forest.
The hike took place after a good morning rain shower, with magnificent views of the Lans à Villard plain.
Very happy with this recovery outing after a few more strenuous days.

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Frey1
Frey1

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 29, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very enjoyable hike. Easy, as advertised. It is best to follow the directions.
Very nice view when you reach the Jaume cross.

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Broeders
Broeders

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Good route for an easy walk but few views.
Interesting view of rocks on the right of the last line.

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tchoumi
tchoumi

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 15, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A short hike, mostly through forest, which, as you approach the Croix de Jaume, offers a superb view of Lans-en-Vercors, the Val de Lans and the surrounding mountains.

A few observations about the route:

• Although the total elevation gain is very modest (232 m), most of it is concentrated between the hamlet of Chemin Neuf and the Croix de Jaume, so the slope is quite steep in places. People who are unfit or of a certain age may find it difficult.

• The descent from Combe de Rui is via a wide path but, as is often the case in the mountains, it is littered with loose stones and roots. You therefore need to watch your step.

• The Croix de Jaume itself is not located at crossing point No. 4 but about 300 metres before it.
Point No. 4 on the map actually corresponds to the start of the descent of Combe de Rui.

Thanks to Didou11 for posting this lovely walk online.

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kerinok
kerinok

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very accessible hike with small elevation gains. Nice view of Lans en Vercors at the top near the cross.

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Tlucchino
Tlucchino

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 06, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

An easy hike
An exceptional view of Mont Blanc, the Chartreuse and the Vercors (the Vercors plain and Lans en Vercors)

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LNM63
LNM63

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 11, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful walk. Quite shaded, which is ideal if it's hot.
Magnificent views.

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