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In Rosans (05150), leave the departmental road 994 towards the Col de le Fromagère at the border between the Drôme and Hautes-Alpes departments. 3 km further on, follow the signs for "Raton 3 km", the start of the hike.
(S/E) In Raton, turn right onto the forest track at the entrance to the village. Follow this track for 1.3 km.
(1) A new sign indicates Col de la Fromagère (on the right). Follow this path to the pass (1,072 m).
(2) From there, take a new forest track on your left and follow it to the end.
(3) A well-marked trail on your left will take you to the ridge, Passière de la Sapie on the map.
(4) Climb up to the altitude of 1473m on the map for a magnificent view of the village of Pomerol and its castle. Retrace your steps and follow the ridge to the right until you reach Pas de la Pousterle, marked 1346 on the map.
(5) Two cairns on your left will show you the direction to follow towards the Staton sheepfold, which you can see below.
(6) As soon as you reach the pastures, take the first path on your left, follow it for about 500 metres and take a very small, barely visible path on your right (if you reach solar panels, you have gone too far). Follow it (it is very well maintained but not very visible at first) to reach a forest track.
(7) Follow the track to the left to return to Raton (S/E).
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