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Le Grand Pomerolle walks
Les Pomerolle
Visorando Member
7.50 mi
+2,244 ft
-2,238 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saou (Drôme)
Explore the south-western ridge of the famous Saou Forest.
⚠️ Between 1 July and 15 September, Prefectural Order DDT-SEF-2026-0176 of 4 June 2026 concerning temporary restrictions on access to the Saou Forest and the Ambel Plateau in the event of a fire risk, assessed on a daily basis. A map is published every evening (around 5.30 pm) for the following day.
Saou Forest via the Pas de la Motte, the Quatrième Bec and the Pomerolle
16.52 mi
+5,686 ft
-5,689 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saou (Drôme)
A hike with a significant elevation gain but no particular difficulty apart from its length; a good part of the route is shaded in case of hot weather.See Practical Information regarding the section near the cliffs.Reserved for experienced hikers.
Please note: the route passes through a wildlife sanctuary. Certain sections are off-limits between 15 May and 15 July.Specific signage and a diversion from the GR®9 have been put in place to guide users; seehere.
Walks near Le Grand Pomerolle
Montagne de Faraud from Saint-Benoît-en-Diois
10.94 mi
+3,205 ft
-3,199 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Benoit-en-Diois (Drôme)
A beautiful circular leading to a summit offering stunning views of the Vercors, Diois and Trois Becs.
From La Paillette to Dieulefit
16.41 mi
+3,373 ft
-3,698 ft
10h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Montjoux (Drôme)
The final stage of this trek is a bit more ‘relaxed’, though it still involves some elevation gain and offers a few lovely panoramic views, linking the village of La Paillette to the town of Dieulefit.
From La Bégude-de-Mazenc to La Roche-Saint-Secret-Béconne
12.40 mi
+1,988 ft
-1,552 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from La Bégude-de-Mazenc (Drôme)
The first stage is a day to get your legs going, with much of the route taking place in the forest.
From La Bégude-de-Mazenc to Dieulefit via Montagne de la Lance
45.19 mi
+10,262 ft
-9,724 ft
3 days
Very difficult
Departure from La Bégude-de-Mazenc (Drôme)
This 3-day route, running from La Bégude to Dieulefit via the Montagne de Lance, is quite challenging. The scenery is varied, alternating between forest paths and open stretches, with some stunning views (such as the Montagne de Lance, etc.). Most of the route avoids tarmac roads.
From La Roche-Saint-Secret to La Paillette
16.38 mi
+4,895 ft
-4,475 ft
11h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Roche-Saint-Secret-Béconne (Drôme)
This is the second stage, linking La Roche-Saint-Secret to La Paillette. This route is quite challenging, but it takes you up Montagne de la Lance to admire a magnificent panorama and, with a bit of luck, even spot a few vultures.