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From Montfalcon to the chapel of Serrein
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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.
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
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.
Discover the Roybon plateau
6.16 mi
+371 ft
-374 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Roybon (Isère)
A nice little walk that allows you to get some fresh air without getting your shoes muddy when the paths are very muddy, as it takes place almost exclusively on small asphalt roads. No difficulty, the elevation gain is very gentle and gradual.
Le Grand Serre - Around the Galaure
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.
La Combe des Mermes
4.50 mi
+571 ft
-568 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Marnans (Isère)
Starting from the Priory of Marnans (12th century), discover the Forest of Chambaran, its ponds and its wildlife. In September, at night, hear the bellowing of the stags.
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 Marnans to the Étang des Mermes
4.87 mi
+620 ft
-594 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Marnans (Isère)
You will walk through beautiful woodland, with a few quick views of the Pilat, Lyonnais and Vercors mountains
It's a fairly short walk, but at times it goes up and down, so it's quite demanding on the legs.
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.
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.
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 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.
The Secret Wood of Gargamelle
4.37 mi
+220 ft
-223 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Roybon (Isère)
Immerse yourself in the Chambaran Forest from the Trappe.
Head to Gargamelle, a ruin in a clearing, to see the Smurfs or, if not, deer or roe deer.
Walk part of the Way of St James in Chambaran.
Please note: this is an old, manual GPS track, see reviews
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.
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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Étang des Essarts via the Tourbière des Planchettes
3.07 mi
+128 ft
-131 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Bressieux (Isère)
Walk in the Chambaran forest. Discover ponds and wetlands. Discover rare plants and a species of dragonfly called "Codulegastre annelé" at the Tourbière des Planchettes.
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.
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.
La Forêt de Thivolet
5.90 mi
+909 ft
-909 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye (Isère)
Randonnée qui permet de découvrir la Forêt de Thivolet au départ du village en passant par la Combe de l'Enfer et la Combe de Fontfroide.
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.
L'Étang de Chapaize
3.82 mi
+463 ft
-433 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye (Isère)
Petite balade autour de Saint-Antoine passant par l'Étang de Chapaize et les bois. Idéale en famille pour découvrir le village et ses alentours.
From Saint-Appolinard to Chevrières via the Saint-Pierre chapel
8.95 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,509 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Appolinard (Isère)
This is an easy hike, except for its length. It will take you through woods, walnut orchards and fields on the southern slope of the Chambarans.
Beautiful views of the Vercors.
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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The tour from Charpennes to Saint-Siméon-de-Bressieux
5.15 mi
+758 ft
-748 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Siméon-de-Bressieux (Isère)
This short walk takes you up the Charpennes hill, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of:
- from the north-east to the south: the Bièvre glacial plain, Mont du Chat, Chartreuse, and a few peaks of Vercors,
- and due west, Pilat and the Monts du Lyonnais.
In very good weather, between Mont du Chat and Chartreuse, you may be able to see the summit of Mont Blanc.
Otherwise, you can wander between hedgerows and forests along the Chambarans moraine.
In the footsteps of the lords of Bressieux
12.73 mi
+1,342 ft
-1,335 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Siméon-de-Bressieux (Isère)
A hike steeped in history through a landscape of forests and ponds.
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.
From Bressieux to Le Billoux via Les Fouillouses
8.71 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,352 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bressieux (Isère)
A varied walk, located on the northern foothills of the Chambarans. You walk along a small stream before climbing the hills to enjoy some interesting views. You finish the walk at the imposing medieval castle of Bressieux.
There are no difficulties to worry about, except for the distance and two slightly steep hills.
La Croisée des Plâtres at the start of Chevrières
8.01 mi
+991 ft
-981 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chevrières (Isère)
This walk presents no major difficulties. It climbs the foothills of the Chambarans and offers many beautiful panoramic views of the Vercors and a few of the Chartreuse. The paths taken are either wide stony tracks or small tarmac roads.
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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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.
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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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.
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.
You can add photos indicating the location on the route.
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.