Le Couvent des Chèvres via Vieux Rompon

A short, easy family walk offering a 360° view of the Rhône and the plains of the Drôme, in front of the foothills of the Diois and the Trois Becs.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 4.50 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 40 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 132 m
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    Descent: - 131 m

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    Highest point: 393 m
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    Lowest point: 286 m

Description of the walk

Go to the hamlet of Vieux Rompon and park in the car park at the side of the road.

(S/E) From the car park, follow the road that passes in front of the chapel. Cross the hamlet and continue along the dirt track until you reach an iron gate.

(1) Go through the gate, taking care to close it behind you. Take the path opposite, slightly to the right, which climbs steeply (you can also follow the forest path on the left, which is less steep) and join the forest path. Continue to the right, passing a path on the right, and continue to the next junction with three paths.

(2) Turn left and follow the dirt track to a beautiful isolated tree.

(3) Continue to the left, straight on past a power line pylon and follow a path marked with a few pink and orange paint dots. Descend along a wire fence and join a path that you will follow to the right until you reach the Couvent des Chèvres.

(4) Set off again, following the forest path that runs along the hillside above the quarry. Ignore the track on your right and continue to a gate, which you should go around on the right (close the gate behind you). Return to the car park in the hamlet of Vieux Rompon (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 311 m - Hamlet of Vieux Rompon
  2. 1 : km 0.53 - alt. 299 m - Iron gate
  3. 2 : km 1.01 - alt. 383 m - Crossroads with three paths
  4. 3 : km 1.27 - alt. 391 m - Beautiful isolated tree
  5. 4 : km 2.69 - alt. 288 m - Couvent des Chèvres
  6. S/E : km 4.5 - alt. 311 m - Hamlet of Vieux Rompon

Notes

Variation:

(3) You can extend the walk here by continuing along the path and then joining a forest track. Follow it to the left until the end, then turn right onto the path for the route.

Reviews and comments

4.3 / 5
Based on 20 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.5 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.2 / 5
Route interest
4.2 / 5
jjmangier
jjmangier

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike. The climb out of the old village is a bit steep but manageable with good hiking boots. We chose the alternative route at point 3, which has a very pleasant path under the deciduous trees. We hiked with our two dogs, which we kept on a lead throughout the route due to the presence of flocks of sheep. The view from the ruins of the convent was splendid.
Thanks to the author.

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Régui
Régui

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 27, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The almost complete absence of markings on the ground or on trees, as well as those found on the GR trails, made the walk somewhat difficult for us; fortunately, this was compensated for by a very detailed description.
An original route: crossing Vieux Rompon, with beautiful views of the Rhône valley and the Vercors...
We also encountered a lack of markings on your But de Nève route a few weeks ago...

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Quentin Vnr01
Quentin Vnr01

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 17, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A short hike to do. Nice, with a beautiful view of the Rhône valley and Rompon.

Easy

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DROMEARDECHE2607
DROMEARDECHE2607

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 22, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

it had rained in the previous days, so the ground was slippery. Some sections were difficult, but nothing out of the ordinary

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catfrey
catfrey

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 21, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

We did this route in very strong mistral winds, so we were very exposed to the wind. The Rompon Chapel is beautiful, as are the old houses in Rompon, but the hill is quite austere, very stony and inhabited by sheep. There is lots of thyme everywhere. Take the main path on the left rather than the steep shortcut.
There is a beautiful view of the snow-covered Vercors from the top. The small path that runs alongside the pylon on the right is a little difficult, and you mustn't be afraid of heights on this narrow trail as it overlooks the huge quarry.
It's impressive to see the Couvent des Chèvres (in ruins) standing there in this inaccessible environment! And what a beautiful promontory above the confluence of the Drôme and Rhône rivers.
Easy return.
Thank you for this original and wild outing.

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Jean26
Jean26

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 08, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

The steep climb at the start can be bypassed by taking the path. On the descent after the high-voltage power line, we recommend taking the alternative route to avoid a stony section that requires the use of walking sticks for older people. The convent is not accessible as it is fenced off.

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calixtus06
calixtus06

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 28, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A pleasant family walk. There is a slight incline at the start, but nothing too challenging. My device indicates 135 metres rather than 160. Regardless, after the isolated tree, head towards the left-hand pylon and follow the fence. The convent is steeped in history and the view is splendid.

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DFIM
DFIM

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 08, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Be careful at point 3, I didn't see any pink/orange markings (on 8 February 2021, so it's not because of overgrown vegetation!)
It would be better to say to follow the fence that goes around the pylon, then go down a steep path for a few dozen metres until it branches off to the east, following the contour line.

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Magalibi
Magalibi

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 06, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : Yes

In fact, what is disappointing is that, in the end, the convent is completely fenced off... and the view is inaccessible... you hurry down to get the best view, but in fact... well, nothing can replace the beautiful view from the heights when you arrive! It's no problem for me, but as I'm travelling with children... the spectacular reward didn't happen...

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sparnacienne
sparnacienne

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 24, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Interesting hike: magnificent landscapes, fresh air, picturesque houses
Departure from the chapel (closed)
The climb at the start is tough, but the route is fine. Be sure to follow the Visorando signs, follow the high-voltage line and then walk along the fence. It becomes difficult when you have to descend into the scree along the fence to reach the path below. The convent is in ruins and cannot be visited, as it is fenced off, but a sign provides all the explanations. Superb views of the Lafarge quarries and the surrounding valleys. Leisurely return to the chapel

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Nathalie B4.
Nathalie B4.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 09, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A very pleasant walk that I took with my 13-year-old daughter and our dogs, which I was able to let off the leash for almost the entire hike.
There were some lovely views and the convent was a wonderful discovery.
Thank you
PS I downloaded the GPX map onto my Garmin satnav and found the comments and smartphone app very useful.

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swillard
swillard

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 03, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Be careful at the start of the route, as there is a climb up a stony path that is not particularly family-friendly unless your family is a family of goats

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TOURNIAIRE
TOURNIAIRE

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 26, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Hello, everyone
The pink and orange markings continue after you leave the fence.
Unfortunately, the convent is badly damaged...
the route on the IGN maps (Iphygénie, etc.) is not very clear... For the outward journey, follow the directions in the Visorando guidebook. There is no ambiguity for the return journey.
The hamlet of Vieux Rompon has several picturesque houses...
Enjoy your walk!

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Emmanuel A.
Emmanuel A.

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 19, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

please note that the route is poorly marked as you approach the goat monastery; it is difficult to find your way in winter, and will undoubtedly be even more challenging once the vegetation grows back.

Best regards

EA

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akella
akella

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 30, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average

Everything has already been said.
However, there are two small details to note:
- this route does not have any water sources and, even though it is very short, it is very hot because it is in full sun. Therefore, avoid walking in the afternoon when it is very hot.
-the marking on this route is virtually non-existent at the top of the walk, so you'll need to use the high-voltage power line and, as indicated below, the sheep park fence to find your way. Once you reach the Lafarge quarry and the goat convent, you'll have no further problems.
There is indeed a lovely view of the Rhône valley; the return route is of little interest.

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