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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.
Difficult