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Le Grand Serre - Around the Galaure
Visorando Member
9.72 mi
+902 ft
-906 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Grand-Serre (Drôme)
A walk alternating between countryside and forest on stony paths or small tarmac roads.
Wind turbines at Terres Blanches in Lentiol
7.06 mi
+883 ft
-889 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lentiol (Isère)
Walk past the wind turbines on the Grand-Serre and Lens-Lestang plateaus, leading to Lentiol.
This walk is a variation on the “Tour of the Regrimay Valley to Lentiol” walk. It is slightly longer and runs along the edge of the village of Marcollin.
From the Serrein Chapel to Montfalcon Castle
6.68 mi
+390 ft
-390 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure (Isère)
A short, varied walk on the hillside of Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure. View of the Vercors peaks
Circular Bois de Côte Lune in Hauterives
5.46 mi
+607 ft
-577 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
A beautiful walk in the Drôme hills east of Hauterives, suitable for all seasons. The scents of spring and colours of autumn, as well as some beautiful views, will make this a walk to enjoy.
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The tour of the Regrimay valley in Lentiol
5.38 mi
+554 ft
-551 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lentiol (Isère)
A short, picturesque walk without any major difficulty, but only to be attempted in dry weather (there is a ford which can be tricky).
From the Feytaux plateau to Terres Blanches
8.73 mi
+745 ft
-755 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lens-Lestang (Drôme)
An easy walk on the moraines overlooking Lens Lestang.
You alternate between walking in the woods and in open country. On the way there, you can see the Pilat and Ardèche mountains and the Beaurepaire plain.
On the way back, as you turn around, you can admire the peaks of the Vercors, the Alps, the Chartreuse and Mont Blanc (weather permitting...).
From the pear trees of Valloire to the Château du Double
7.15 mi
+509 ft
-486 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Lens-Lestang (Drôme)
You will cross the Valloire plain, surrounded by fields and orchards in Lens Lestang, until you reach the Priory of Manthes. Information boards tell you about mulberry and pear trees. Then you climb up to the Madone de Moras and return along a path well sheltered from the sun, along the moraine. On the way, you can admire the Château du Double.
From Montfalcon to the chapel of Serrein
9.16 mi
+856 ft
-873 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montfalcon (Isère)
Hike from Montfalcon to the Chapel of Serein in Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure through countryside and woods.
This hike is a longer version of the hike from the Chapel of Serrein to Montfalcon Castle, with different routes.
Woodland between Montrigaud and Miribel
7.16 mi
+505 ft
-515 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Montrigaud (Drôme)
An easy walk, shaded between the woods of Montrigaud and Miribel.
In wet and/or wintery conditions, the paths can be very muddy. Good walking boots are therefore essential.
In the hills above Montrigaud in the Drôme des Collines
8.30 mi
+820 ft
-843 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montrigaud (Drôme)
A lovely walk in the hills above Montrigaud and Miribel with beautiful views of the Alps, the Vercors, the Roman-Valentinoise plain and the Ardèche mountains.
Circular route starting from Montrigaud
3.93 mi
+308 ft
-325 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Montrigaud (Drôme)
An easy walk starting from the hamlet of Le Bourg, on the road to Saint-Christophe-et-le-Laris.
Les Hauts de Marcollin from Lens-Lestang
5.35 mi
+561 ft
-538 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lens-Lestang (Drôme)
This route is very pleasant in summer due to the coolness of the undergrowth. In spring and autumn, it offers a diversity of colours and scents for our visual and olfactory enjoyment.
There are several points along the route where you can enjoy views of the Beaurepaire plain.
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Bonne Combe - Porte de Drômardèche
Local authority8.08 mi
+679 ft
-679 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
Right from the start of the route, you will have a great time on a fun little trail along the river. The only climb, which is a little long, will take you to the highest point of the circular route, offering you a beautiful view of the Hauterives valley.
In the footsteps of Facteur Cheval
7.13 mi
+879 ft
-853 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
This route takes you across fields, but very often on small tarmac roads, allowing you to discover what the environment of Facteur Cheval might have been like. Perhaps some parts of the route were even part of his daily rounds!
The Saint-Germain Circuit - Porte de Drômardèche
5.40 mi
+463 ft
-463 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
At the start of this circular route, single-track enthusiasts will enjoy this short, fun and fast trail along the Galaure. The slightly steep climb, alongside a field, will take you to the highest point of the route, where you can enjoy a superb view of the Galaure valley. The descent to Hauterives, through the woods, will give you a real thrill!
East of Hauterives
11.46 mi
+938 ft
-925 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
A walk through the Drôme hills, offering sweeping views and few forests.
Circular walk in the hills above Hauterives, through woods and meadows
3.43 mi
+400 ft
-397 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Hauterives (Drôme)
In the hills above Hauterives, a circular route starting from the hamlet of Les Giroux, which, after a stretch through the forest, follows the ridge with lovely views over Tersanne. You will then descend along a small road through the fields, finishing with another stretch through the forest.
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.
From Thodure to Le Nid
9.22 mi
+804 ft
-778 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Thodure (Isère)
An easy walk in the heart of the Dauphiné countryside. It offers beautiful views of the Pilat peaks and, on a clear day, some views of the summit of Mont Blanc.
Beaufort with its fountains and its plain
6.08 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Beaufort (Isère) (Isère)
The first part of this easy route runs alongside a Sensitive Protected Area, the Fontaines de Beaufort. It is home to unique wetland flora and fauna.
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Circular route starting from Beaurepaire, following the Oron stream.
4.34 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Beaurepaire (Isère)
An easy hike that all Beaurepairois should know about. It follows the Oron stream and is flat.
Suitable for cycling or walking with the family.
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Walk in and around Manthes
2.40 mi
+102 ft
-105 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Manthes (Drôme)
Manthes is a beautiful village well worth a visit. The village is crossed by five watercourses, one of which, the Veuse, has its source here. There are ponds, a fish farm, a church and its 11th-century priory which once housed six monks, and a central square next to lovely stretches of water.
So, keep your eyes peeled and be curious, as this village has a long history, like so many others.
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Route des Petites Poulettes
6.90 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Beaurepaire (Isère)
An easy walk, ideal for those who dislike hills. On a clear day, you will have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, from the summit of Mont Blanc to Pilat, via Chartreuse, the Alps and Vercors.
From Manthes to the Château du Double
4.87 mi
+285 ft
-285 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Manthes (Drôme)
An easy walk, ideal in spring when the fruit trees are in bloom. Several points of interest for children.
On the way, you can see the priory of Manthes, visit an extraordinary garden created by a disciple of the facteur Cheval, tour the Château du Double and search for a riddle.
Circular Saint-Barthélemy in Beaurepaire
4.11 mi
+177 ft
-177 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Beaurepaire (Isère)
An easy hike well known to Beaurepairois, with beautiful views of the surrounding area and the Alps.
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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.
Short walk in Beaurepaire
1.31 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Beaurepaire (Isère)
A walk well known to Beaurepairois residents: the first 500 metres are very popular with families with children. For a brisk walk, it takes between 20 and 25 minutes at a steady pace, and for walkers, allow 30 to 40 minutes.
The Grand Suzon valley
7.32 mi
+361 ft
-341 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Barthélemy (Isère)
An easy walk, despite the distance. You will walk either through the heart of the plateau's crops or through woods. To finish, you will descend the very pretty Grand Suzon valley. The stream is often dry, but... not always!
If the weather is clear, you can enjoy some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
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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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.
Chambaran and Mouchet Route
5.94 mi
+843 ft
-840 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-de-Valclérieux (Drôme)
A pleasant walk through the heart of the valleys of northern Drôme. There are two climbs on the route, but nothing too difficult.
From the Côtes du Suzon to the Bas Pommier de Beaurepaire
6.21 mi
+364 ft
-361 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Pommier-de-Beaurepaire (Isère)
A lovely walk through forest and open countryside, suitable for all seasons. In wet weather, wait a few days as this route crosses the Suzon riverbed. Although close to Saint-Barthélémy and Beaurepaire, the section along the Suzon offers a very pleasant feeling of being in the countryside, far from civilisation. A 10 km or 8.2 km walk – see practical information.
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From Viriville to Marnans
7.42 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Viriville (Isère)
This walk takes you around the small La Pérouse valley between Viriville and Marnans. On the way there, you climb up to the Madonna of Sainte-Baudille.
Les Feytas
9.84 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,063 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Onay (Drôme)
In the Drôme des Collines, at Saint-Laurent-d'Onay, a lovely circular route that alternates between woodland, countryside and hilltops (known as ‘faite’, ‘feste’ or ‘feyta’ in the south-east). Beautiful views of the Vercors.
The Bois des Burettes tour
2.98 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Marcilloles (Isère)
A short walk in the heart of the Bièvre plain. An oasis of calm and greenery.
Wallaby circuit
6.19 mi
+308 ft
-308 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pajay (Isère)
A short walk in the heart of the Pajay plain, but which climbs the hill at the end. It takes place on small, quiet roads or good gravel paths.
From Bois d'Autimont to Bois des Burettes in Pajay
6.22 mi
+269 ft
-253 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pajay (Isère)
This circular route passes through the Autimont forest before descending into the Pajay plain. It then enters the Burettes forest and returns to Pajay.
A notable feature on the descent before the plain is a cross dating from 1840 at the corner of a house at the Serclier crossroads. There is a beautiful view of the Chartreuse massif whilst crossing the plain. A pleasant walk thanks to its varied landscapes, including forest and ponds.
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The Tram Route
5.14 mi
+525 ft
-525 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Dionay (Isère)
Discover the old tramway line linking Saint-Marcellin (38) and Lyon (69).
From Dionay to Saint-Antoine l'Abbaye
12.64 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,686 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Dionay (Isère)
You walk along the foothills of the Chambarans until you reach the unmissable medieval village of Saint-Antoine l'Abbaye with its famous abbey. You have constant beautiful views of the northern barrier of the Vercors.
The only difficulty is the high mileage.
The tramway and Dionay pond
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.65 mi
+705 ft
-712 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dionay (Isère)
Walk starting from Dionay Town Hall.
Set off to explore the tramway and the Chambarans National Forest.
The end of the route offers unobstructed views of the Vercors and Chartreuse mountains.
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.
Along the old tramway from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye to La Trappe
12.85 mi
+1,404 ft
-1,401 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye (Isère)
In the region famous for walnuts, along the tracks of the old tramway from Lyon to Saint-Marcellin and among various church buildings.
Magnificent panoramic views over the Chartreuse, Vercors and Mézenc mountain ranges.
Pilgrimage to the Chapel of Saint-Jean le Fromental
4.57 mi
+705 ft
-696 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye (Isère)
This short walk takes you north of Saint-Antoine-l’Abbaye to explore the walnut groves. You’ll catch a glimpse of the foothills of the Vercors.
The Chapel of Saint-Jean le Fromental is quite large and houses a small, very old cemetery.
The return route takes you straight back to the abbey, just like the pilgrims of the ‘du mal ardent’ era.
You can fit in the walk, a tour of the town and a visit to the monuments all in the same day if you arrive early enough in the morning.
From the village of Sardieu to the Bois des Burettes
6.18 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sardieu (Isère)
A lovely, easy walk (no elevation gain) in the heart of the Bièvre plain. On a clear day, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. You will also pass by the charming ponds of the Bois des Burettes.
The banks of the Furand and the valleys around Saint-Antoine-l’Abbaye
4.70 mi
+692 ft
-689 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye (Isère)
This walk offers a lovely stroll along the banks of the Furand and through the valleys around Saint-Antoine-l’Abbaye.The path along the banks of the Furand was recently opened by the Association des Sentiers Antonins, which obtained the necessary permissions to cross this private land. Please respect the area.Please note that in wet weather, the route may be slippery (or even flooded) in the Combe de la Charrette
Boucle de Dionay depuis Saint Antoine l'Abbaye
6.42 mi
+860 ft
-850 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye (Isère)
Une boucle qui permet de rejoindre Dionay par la Combe de l'Enfer, la voie du tram et le retour par Saint-Jean de Fromental. Une belle ballade en famille pour découvrir la nature et le patrimoine.
