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La Motte-de-Galaure in Mureils
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8.20 mi
+410 ft
-400 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Motte-de-Galaure (Drôme)
Walk in the Galaure valley between plains, hills, valleys and villages.
The Bois de Suze
3.37 mi
+466 ft
-453 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Claveyson (Drôme)
Walk under the oak trees of the Bois de Suze, near Claveyson.
A forest walk to be enjoyed in hot weather.
The Dancing Rocks
6.81 mi
+925 ft
-922 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Barthélemy-de-Vals (Drôme)
In a wood near Saint Barthélémy de Vals, these rocks form a group of 51 blocks arranged in three roughly concentric circles covering nearly 6 hectares, hence the name "Cromlech de la Roche qui danse" (Dancing Rock Cromlech). Legend has it that "at the stroke of midnight on Christmas Eve, the rocks begin to dance".
Please note: see the practical information section.
From Saint-Martin-des-Rosiers to the Tower of Albon
7.64 mi
+968 ft
-988 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Albon (Drôme)
Among the valleys of the Drôme, overlooking the Rhône plain.
The northern Drôme via ridges and valleys
12.68 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,850 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Avit (Drôme) (Drôme)
A hike following ridges and valleys, discovering charming villages and hamlets.
Walk in the hills around Ratières
6.62 mi
+804 ft
-807 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ratières (Drôme)
A lovely walk in the rolling hills of the Drôme with many varied panoramic views.
From the Priory of Saint-Andeol to the Tower of Ratières
8.64 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,168 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Claveyson (Drôme)
Hike starting from the small village of Saint-Andéol, where there is a small church called Le Prieuré.You will walk uphill to the Tour de Ratières, where your climb will be rewarded with a magnificent, almost 360° view of the Alps and the Vercors to the east, as well as the Pilat massif and the Ardèche mountains to the west.
The Castle of Bluebeard
6.17 mi
+784 ft
-771 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Anneyron (Drôme)
The Drôme hills offer rolling countryside landscapes against the backdrop of the Vercors and, when visibility is good, the peaks of the Alps can often be seen on the horizon.
These are beautiful walks all year round, best enjoyed when the days are short and snow is approaching the plains. The route has a modest elevation gain, making it accessible to most people. What's more, the fact that it is spread over two sections of the route makes it easier to complete
D'Albon au sud d'Anneyron
6.52 mi
+682 ft
-692 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Albon (Drôme)
With beautiful views of the Rhône Valley and the plain to the north, this route follows part of the existing mountain bike trails. It has long been known to walkers, but it is different from the most popular route, particularly between (7) and (10).Suitable for all seasons.TO ALL HIKERS WHO FOLLOW MY HIKES, you can post photos indicating the location on the route.
The ridges around Barthenay
9.90 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,224 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bathernay (Drôme)
This hike offers fabulous views of the Vercors and the Drôme hills, alternating between undergrowth and wild sunken paths. Suitable for all seasons.
From Saint-Vallier to Beausemblant via the Blacheronde plateau
11.07 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,693 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vallier (Drôme) (Drôme)
From the banks of the Rhône, climb up to the Blacheronde plateau and follow a circular route via Combe de Laye and the village of Beausemblant. Beautiful views of the Pilat and Vercors mountains and the Rhône valley. You can take a final break in the park along the Galaure river.
From Château du Cros to La Châtaigneraie in Anneyron
5.34 mi
+466 ft
-489 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Anneyron (Drôme)
A beautiful hike with stunning views of the Rhône Valley. This walking route is very pleasant in all seasons. In some places, it also offers an opportunity for mushroom pickers.
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The Crosses of Bren
5.14 mi
+837 ft
-830 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Bren (Drôme)
A marked circular in the Drome des Collines, with beautiful views of the Vercors and Mont Saint-Gerbier-de-Jonc, passing through the undergrowth.
Discover the Blue Cross and Red Cross.
Partially shaded route.
Between the Cance and Ay rivers
9.72 mi
+1,972 ft
-1,982 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
Hike between the Cance and Ay valleys with beautiful views.
Loop in the Ay Valley starting from Sarras
8.84 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,480 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
On the outskirts of Sarras, the Ay river winds its way through a gorge that can be seen from certain points along the route, offering beautiful views of a unique landscape of cliffs and rocks.
Circular around the Sarras stream.
4.37 mi
+915 ft
-886 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
Short hike starting from Sarras, mainly on paths and trails through the Saint-Joseph vineyards and woods. Unofficial route and therefore not marked, so bring your GPS or the Visorando app.
Avoid during the grape harvest so as not to disturb the winegrowers.
Béaliaire trail and Grande circular via Riverand
4.51 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,106 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
Circular through the Ay valley along the river, passing through the vineyards on the plateau and then descending through the undergrowth on the Rhône valley side via the Chemin des Roches. Varied landscapes, pretty views of different valleys and very little tarmac.
From Sarras to Ardoix through forests and streams to the north, then the southern ridge.
11.77 mi
+2,169 ft
-2,165 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
A rural hike along small paths that run alongside streams on the right bank of the Cance valley to near Ardoix and back via the classic ridge route leading back to Sarras.
Sketching hike in Sisay Wood
1.60 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
The Rando Croquis trail in the Bois de Sisay is the first of its kind in France. It allows you to discover nature through an introduction to drawing and sketching.
There are around ten stations along the trail, each with explanations.
The Sizay Wood Ridge Trail
2.65 mi
+476 ft
-469 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
A family-friendly trail in the Bois de Sizay, a true refuge for flora and fauna where you feel far away from it all.
Sizay Woods and Drôme des Collines
6.89 mi
+768 ft
-761 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
Hikes in the woods and countryside around Saint-Donat-sur-L'Herbasse, with views of the Vercors mountain range and the Herbasse valley, and discovery of the forest's biodiversity.
Ambouchet Route
5.80 mi
+725 ft
-748 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Tersanne (Drôme)
This is a good walk to do when the paths are muddy. It mainly follows small asphalt roads with little traffic. It offers beautiful views of the foothills of the Massif Central.
On the heights around Andance
6.62 mi
+794 ft
-768 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Andance (Ardèche)
Hike along the banks of the Rhône and on the heights overlooking the Rhône valley, around the village of Andance. This walk offers beautiful views overlooking the valley of this majestic river.
Around Bren and Marsaz
6.06 mi
+732 ft
-705 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Marsaz (Drôme)
A circular route through the countryside and woods starting from Marsaz, heading north to Bren and back.
Vallon d'Ardennes and the Tower of Arras in Arras-sur-Rhône
7.91 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,365 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Arras-sur-Rhône (Ardèche)
Hike near the Rhône, to the north of Ardèche. You will be surprised to find areas that are this "wild" so close to the Rhône Valley (Ardennes). At the end, the view of the Rhône and the Arras tower is a definite plus.
Around Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse
4.57 mi
+751 ft
-768 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
From Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse, a short circuit passes by the Château de Charmes, a private property that is open to visitors, then winds pleasantly through the woods with a few views of the surrounding hills.
Saint-Donat Northern Loop
10.65 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,204 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
A loop alternating between hills, fruit tree plantations, the beautiful forests of Garde and Bard, and numerous sandy paths (almost Saharan!)
Beautiful views of the hills and the Vercors and Pilat massifs.
Les Roches qui dansent via the Serves viewpoint, starting from Érôme.
12.53 mi
+2,651 ft
-2,644 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Érôme (Drôme)
From the Puy de Serves viewpoint, you will have a breathtaking view of the Rhône valley. At Les Roches qui dansent, you will be able to admire a unique geological feature.
Lac de Champos along the Herbasse river from Saint-Donat
4.88 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
This route runs alongside the Herbasse for much of the way, passing through gardens, fields and woods, and reaches Lac de Champos, its campsite and leisure centre, avoiding tarmac as much as possible. It ends at the charming little Parc Georges Bert.
From Érôme to the Croix de Romans
9.99 mi
+2,375 ft
-2,388 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Érôme (Drôme)
The route skirts the Rhône valley through valleys, streams and orchards. A very pleasant corner of the Drôme.
The Sandy Hills – Pays de l’Herbasse
Local authority19.60 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,293 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
A beautiful route in the Herbasse area offering a dramatic change of scenery: sandy terrain and more Mediterranean vegetation.
La Combe Oternaud and the Bois de Sizay - Pays de l'Herbasse
7.77 mi
+794 ft
-781 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
A short route offering a taste of the main types of trails found in the Drôme des Collines: sand, gravel, woodland, valleys... The two main climbs are relatively steep and lead to some lovely views.
Walk in the land of Facteur Cheval
7.73 mi
+817 ft
-810 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
This varied walk first winds along the Galaure river before climbing up the hill. It meanders through the woods before returning to the village of Hauterives, in front of the Palais Idéal. Read the practical information before setting off. There is a ford to cross. If you wish, you can shorten the route and do only a 7 km circular route.
Notre-Dame du Châtelet in Saint-Désirat
2.93 mi
+679 ft
-669 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Désirat (Ardèche)
A short, easy walk overlooking Saint-Désirat and the Rhône valley, taking you to the statue of Notre-Dame du Châtelet and the truffle fields. From the paragliding launch site with its orientation table, there is a superb view of the Rhône. The descent is through vineyards and orchards.
The banks of the Rhône and the hills around Champagne
5.80 mi
+719 ft
-722 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Champagne (Ardèche)
A short walk, yet very varied, as it takes you along the banks of the Rhône, up onto the plateau via a heavily wooded path, through the plateau’s farmland, back down into the heart of the Saint-Désirat vineyards, and finishes on the old railway line linking Saint-Rambert d’Albon to Vernosc-lès-Annonay. This walk may be of interest to young children aged 6 to 12.
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Viewpoints and vineyards above the Rhône
7.62 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,345 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Gervans (Drôme)
Hike along the ridge above the Rhône through villages, vineyards and forests with beautiful views.
From Gervans to Larnage and Crozes-Hermitage
8.04 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gervans (Drôme)
Over the Rhone balconies between grape vines and apricot trees, with pretty little streams.
The Balconies of Champagne
9.27 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,266 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Champagne (Ardèche)
A lovely walk from the beautiful church in Champagne, taking in the abbey, the old railway line, the Roman bridge and the vineyards of Saint-Joseph.
The ruins of Iserand Castle
4.97 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,355 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vion (Ardèche)
Hike in the Mazèvieux valley north-east of Vion, which will take you past the ruins of Iserand Castle.
The joy of May Day
6.94 mi
+758 ft
-774 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Moras-en-Valloire (Drôme)
This is the May Day hike with its sprigs of lily of the valley and beautiful views.
From Moras-en-Valloire to the Mantaille Forest
6.39 mi
+738 ft
-732 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Moras-en-Valloire (Drôme)
A very pleasant route, with woods offering a variety of flora and scents that change with the seasons. The different slopes offer beautiful views.
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Grands Bois and Terre Noire in Vion
6.62 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,135 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lemps (Ardèche)
The hike is mainly in the woods, on pleasant paths. You will be in the shade in summer and sheltered from the north wind (Mistral) if it blows (frequent in the region).
Wild descent to Vion, with a few views of the Rhône valley. The last two kilometres are easy, on the plain, through the orchards of the Rhône valley.
From Chante Caille north of Champagne aux Granges to Saint Désirat
6.81 mi
+262 ft
-266 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Peyraud (Ardèche)
A lovely walk offering views of the Rhône Valley. Plenty of vineyards on the hillsides, where every square metre is precious. Part of the route follows the embankment of an old freight railway line.
The Bois des Ussiaux
2.83 mi
+318 ft
-318 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Peyrins (Drôme)
A peaceful stroll through the Bois des Ussiaux along pleasant paths. There are a few information boards about the environment here and there. In season, you can try your hand at tree-top adventure to get a bit of a bird’s-eye view.