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La Morte walks
Prévourey Lake - Brouffier Lake
This is a pleasant short hike in the Taillefer Massif, which takes you to the edge of a small lake. The return trip offers a bird's-eye view of the valleys, the Matheysine, the Vercors and Belledonne.
The Grand Taillefer
Ascent of the Petit and Grand Taillefer, the first peaks of the Belledonne range, clearly visible from the city of Grenoble.
The view from the summit is magnificent, taking in Mont Blanc, the peaks of the Écrins Massif (Barre des Écrins, Roc de la Muzelle, etc.) as well as the Aiguilles d'Arves to the east and the peaks of the Vercors and Dévoluy to the west.
Lac de Brouffier via Combe Oursière
Access to Lac de Brouffier via the route with the least elevation gain.
The lake plateau from Poursollet
A walk at the foot of the Taillefer massif among the many lakes.
This hike crosses a Natura 2000 site and is subject to specific regulations. Please respect them (see practical information).
Taillefer and Pyramide circular
Two central viewpoints offer views of the French Northern Alps, from Mont Blanc to the limestone foothills of Chartreuse and Vercors, Belledonne, Grandes Rousses, Cerces, Oisans and Dévoluy. Numerous lakes dot the large "tundra" plateau separating Taillefer from Grand Galbert like sapphires.
Part of the hike is off-trail, but this does not add to the difficulty: only the elevation gain and distance justify the rating. See practical information.
Lac Fourchu and return via the Chalets de la Barrière
A superb family hike to discover a mountain lake perched at an altitude of 2,000 metres.
The more adventurous can take a dip, while others can enjoy a picnic with their feet in the water.
On the way back, you can discover the magnificent little Rioupéroux stream.
This hike crosses a Natura 2000 site and is subject to specific regulations. Please respect these regulations (see practical information).
The Plateau des Lacs via La Barrière
A very pleasant circular at the foot of Taillefer with beautiful views of the Oisans region.
This hike crosses a Natura 2000 site and is subject to specific regulations. Please respect them (see practical information).
Le Grand Galbert
Facing the Taillefer range, discover a summit overlooking the peat bogs of this massif.
This hike crosses a Natura 2000 site and is subject to specific regulations. Please respect them (see practical information).
Piquet de Nantes and Tabor circuit
The Piquet de Nantes (2,215 m) and the Tabor (2,389 m) near La Mure in Isère are the two highest peaks in the Tabor massif and can be reached separately, but the route proposed here connects the two peaks via a trail that gives an almost high-mountain feel while being easy and very pleasant. It takes only an hour and offers a circuit with beautiful views of the Matheysine lakes and the surrounding mountains.
Le Pérollier via the Sentier du Diable
Seen from Lake Charlet and the climb to Tabor, the Sentier du Diable, which winds its way up the south-western face of Pérollier, is impressive, and its name deters many hikers from taking it. However, it is a pleasant trail with a fairly steady climb and is not particularly dangerous. We take it here to climb Pérollier (2,183 m), the third highest peak in the Tabor massif, and make a loop via Lake Charlet for the return journey.
The Tour du Pérollier
Le Pérollier is a small peak on the ridge separating the Lacs de Laffrey and the Alpe du Grand Serre resort. This circuit offers unobstructed views of the lakes and the Taillefer, Grand Armet and Belledonne mountain ranges. Note that in June, the meadows are particularly flowery (blue gentians and anemones, among others).
Les Creys: glacial moraine of the Matheysine lakes
Don't worry, we are not in the high mountains and the glacier disappeared 15,000 years ago. The route is easy and short enough to be done with children. It is enjoyable and educational, with two panels explaining the geological evolution of the region and the formation of the Matheysine lakes.
Rif Bruyant lake
A very pleasant hike. First along the Rif Bruyant stream, through beech and then fir and larch forests, and finally in a high mountain setting in the middle of the Cirque du Coiro.
Well-marked trails make the elevation gain on this hike easier.
Tour of the great lake of Laffrey
This is a beautiful, easy hike with relatively little elevation gain, which will allow you to discover the lakes of Matheysine and the surrounding mountains.
Tour of Pic de l'Oeilly
Circuit in the Lac du Luitel nature reserve.
Beauregard viewpoint in the Conest mountain
One of the most beautiful mountain pastures in the region: the Conest mountain, whose Beauregard viewpoint offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Grenoble mountain triptych: Vercors, Chartreuse and Belledonne to the north, and the Jonche valley and its lakes, as well as the Grande Tête de l'Obiou to the south.
Circular around the hamlet of Les Arnauds, returning via the hamlet's combe trail.
The three Matheysins Lakes
A beautiful hike where, on the way there, you will walk along the shores of the Pierre-Châtel and Pétichet lakes with a short detour to see Lake Laffrey, and return via the Cholonge ridges at the foot of the Grand Serre.
Lake Achard and the Arselle Plateau
A beautiful hike that will take you through the forest of the Arselle cross-country skiing plateau to Lake Achard. The view of the surrounding mountains is breathtaking.
03/01/2024: Change of starting point.
Montagne summer hut in Chantelouve
Starting from the car park at the church in the hamlet of Chantelouve, this circular route, mainly through forest, offers numerous views of the village hamlets. The aim is to reach the shepherd's summer chalet and the pastures where the local sheep graze.
Valette loop via Fontagneux
A pleasant hike at the foot of the Piquet de Nantes and the Tabor, with beautiful views of the Obiou and the Grand Armet, passing through three lovely streams, then descending through the village of Fontagneux to change mountain ranges and walk at the foot of the Grand Armet, this time, and see the Tabor. The passage through old hamlets is also very pleasant for lovers of old stones.
Lac Fourchu
A beautiful hike at the foot of the Taillefer, easily accessible and offering breathtaking views!
This hike crosses a Natura 2000 site and is subject to specific regulations. Please respect these regulations (see practical information).
Around the Arselle snowshoe trails
This hike leaves the traditional, well-travelled tracks of the Arselle plateau to follow the domain's snowshoe trails and discover the steep, unmarked paths of the Lauze forest or along the cliffs of the Rocher de l'Homme. A wild landscape and magnificent views of the Romanche valley. The hike ends with a large loop in the Séchilienne forest to recover from your efforts. (Please read the practical information).
Please note: in summer 2025, the fork at point 3 will be closed to traffic.
Lac des Pourettes, Lacs Robert and Lac Achard
A challenging hike starting from Roche Béranger to discover the Lacs Robert via the Brèche Nord, passing by Lac des Pourettes and then returning via Lac Achard. Magnificent, wild landscapes.
Please note that there are rocky passages to cross.
The Achard and Robert Lakes around Chamrousse
A hike in the heart of nature on the outskirts of Grenoble. The trail takes you through woods to Lac Archard, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll. Then, in a more open area, the path climbs up to the Robert Lakes.
La Pierre Percée from Pierre-Châtel
Follow the legend of the Pierre Percée (Pierced Rock) on this short circuit that will take you to one of the seven wonders of the Dauphiné.
Circuit from Pierre Percée to Lac de Pierre-Châtel
This circuit, which takes you twice through Pierre Percée, one of the seven wonders of the Dauphiné, allows you to enjoy the view of the mountains bordering the Matheysin plateau and takes you around Lake Pierre Chatel.
Circuit from Montchaboud to Bellevue
Among the routes available near the city of Grenoble, here is a relatively short one with a reasonable elevation gain, which will give you an overview of the mountains surrounding the city. The route varies between forest and meadows.
The Confolens Waterfall from Le Périer
A lovely, cool walk to a remarkable waterfall. On the way back, don't miss the viewpoint over the valley with the ruins of the Château du Serre de la Casse. There are still a few houses in Confolens. You can go further than the waterfall and reach (after a few hours!) the GR®54B ridge walk overlooking the Lauvitel.
From Haute Jarrie to Monchaboud
A pleasant short hike, just a stone's throw from Grenoble, offering beautiful views of the various mountain ranges surrounding the Grenoble region.
The pond and forest of Haute Jarrie
This gentle walk not only takes you along the Haute-Jarrie Nature Reserve and its reed beds, but also allows you to admire beautiful landscapes of the Vercors and Belledonne mountain ranges and stroll through the Haute-Jarrie forest with its chestnut and birch trees.
The walk can be lengthened or shortened.