Montélier walks

If you take this easy walk in spring, you will be charmed by the songs and gurgling of the water in the canals, streams and rivers that you will follow along the way. You will also be able to appreciate the great diversity of species in the vegetation, which is in full bloom at this time of year. An option (an extra half hour round trip) allows you to continue on to the village of Fauconnières.

Discover Chabeuil, located on one of the roads connecting the Valence plain to the Vercors.

From Peyrus, a varied circuit passing through the Pas de Saint-Vincent and the Pas du Touet. On the upper part of the route, hikers will enjoy views of the Rhône valley, the Ardèche and the Vercors.

A walk to enjoy with a group or family around the village of Peyrus.

This short hike takes you through beautiful landscapes and lovely trails in the foothills of the Monts du Matin and the pretty village of Peyrus, nestled in the Lierne valley. It is not particularly difficult and is accessible to any walker with good footwear.

Short, easy hike around Château Rompu. Walk in the cool air along the Marette, climb in the shade, enjoy beautiful views of the valley, and return via the top of the village. From the viewpoint, you can see Crussol, the Chapel of Sainte-Marguerite, the bell tower of Montélier, etc. with the naked eye. However, a pair of binoculars is a welcome addition.

Geological curiosity formed by a large stone arch that resembles a cave entrance.

A balanced hike combining dirt tracks and small roads, taking you from the town hall of Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence to the plateau, surrounded by fields and fruit trees around the INRA estate in Gotheron. Beautiful views of the Ardèche and Vercors.

Saint-Vincent had a commandery inthe 13th century. "In the footsteps of the Knights Templar" is an easy walk at the foot of the Rochers de Treillaras cliffs, often on the edge of the woods, over gently rolling terrain with beautiful views of the plain.

Hike to climb to the Cross of Saint-Vincent-la-Commanderie. Circular starting at the Auberge des Templiers (opposite the village church). Half road / half trails.

Walk in the Cirque de Peyrus along theGR®93trail. Very pretty view of the edge of the Vercors massif (Col des Limouches).

Walk in the hills above Barcelonne to enjoy views of the plain from the tower of the old feudal castle and discover the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel perched above Combovin.

This hike from Combovin takes you around the Vallon de la Cursaye via balconies, ridges and viewpoints over the Vercors, the Rhône Valley and even the Mézenc on a clear day.

A short, easy circuit with beautiful views of the foothills of the Vercors

This route offers many forest trails and some beautiful views of the Vercors and the Rhône Valley.

A good half-day walk among the pines, boxwoods (what remains of them), beech trees and lawns.

This easy walk in the hills above Chatuzange offers beautiful views of the countryside and the foothills of the Vercors and surrounding villages. There are options to shorten the loop.

The stronghold of the bishops of Valence, whose rights to this castle were confirmed in 1238 by the German emperors, Pellafol has always had the same lords as Barbières, although it had a different suzerain. This 8.5 km circuit takes you around the castle in Barbières, via the Col de la Sambie.

While the Pas de Saint-Vincent and Pierre-Chauve are classics in the area, the route described here is less so... You'll need strong legs to climb the 300 m ascent below the Pas, save some energy to reach the summit of Pierre-Chauve, and a good sense of direction to reach Tourniol... but what a treat for the eyes!

A short walk to discover the surroundings of Chateauneuf-sur-Isère. Part of the route is on small, quiet tarmac roads, but it is nonetheless pleasant.

Montéléger - Beauvallon. A peaceful riverside walk or cycle ride near Valence.