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La Draye des Communaux and La Sure
Visorando Member
9.52 mi
+3,960 ft
-3,947 ft
7 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Noyarey (Isère)
A physically demanding and challenging circular route just a few minutes from Grenoble. After climbing the Draye des Communaux, the route passes through the magnificent interlacing of sharp limestone pavement at the Gouffre Berger, then leads to the summit of La Sure, where the view of Mont Blanc, the Chartreuse, Belledonne and Grenoble is as striking as the sheer drop below the cliff.
We then head towards La Buffe (optional) and return via the (disused) Mortier tunnel.
Only to be attempted in very dry weather!
La Cuche
6.02 mi
+2,464 ft
-2,464 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Veurey-Voroize (Isère)
Route in the forest above the village of Veurey-Voroize.
The Belvédère de l'Échaillon
6.38 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,824 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Veurey-Voroize (Isère)
This hike takes you to the Belvédère de l'Échaillon, the northern tip of the Vercors, with its beautiful views of the Voreppe gorge, southern Grésivaudan, the Voiron region and the Isère valley.
The Saint-Ours Chapel, built into the cliffside with a single large opening above the void, offers an impressive bird's-eye view of the Isère!
Mont Saint-Martin from Le Fontanil
9.76 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,838 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Fontanil-Cornillon (Isère)
This hike was organised by the Grenoble metropolitan area as part of its initiative to maintain and enhance the trails in the urban area. The hike is called Métrorando. The route described allows you to explore the foothills of the Chartreuse massif, as well as a beautiful forest and the small village of Mont-Saint-Martin.
Circular via La Sure, La Buffe and return via Le Trou de la Guêpe
3.75 mi
+1,624 ft
-1,631 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Autrans (Isère)
A pleasant, safe walk, 80 per cent in the shade, taking in numerous vantage points, particularly at La Sure (views over the Grenoble-Voiron valley) and at the summit of La Buffe (360° views), as well as at various points along the way.
Updated 27/05/2022:- Added a circular loop around La Sure.- Added the location of the ‘wasp’s hole’.
Tour de Malsouche (Trail No. 10 of the "Sentiers de Chartreuse Occidentale")
Association / Club / Walk leader6.03 mi
+2,326 ft
-2,326 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
This walk showcases the contrasting character of our landscape: southern slopes once terraced for vineyards, tall beech forests, the site of Chalais Monastery and the wild little valley of Malsouche. On the way down, you’ll take an old path leading to Chalais. It leads you to Voreppe’s industrial past, represented by the cement quarries.
Trail No. 10 of the Western Chartreuse Trails.
This trail presents risks typical of mountain and forest trails (falling branches, falling trees, falling rocks along the cliffs).
The Chalais Monastery and the Rocher de Bellevue from Le Chevalon
10.02 mi
+3,196 ft
-3,215 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
A lovely, fairly long circular route with the Chalais Monastery—which overlooks the town of Voreppe—as your destination; this is a slightly more challenging alternative to the usual drive up the road to the monastery.
The views from the Aiguille de Chalais and the Rocher de Bellevue are breathtaking!
Promenade des Batteries via Château de Sassenage - Le Furon
5.64 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,030 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sassenage (Isère)
A well-known local walk, presenting no difficulty. It takes you to the heights of Sassenage, as well as some pleasant neighbourhoods and the village centre. The "Batteries" are a defensive structure from the "iron belt" of the late 19th century: several battery emplacements, now empty of their artillery pieces. Find out about their former function.
Aiguille de Chalais via the south ridge
Tourism professional
5.65 mi
+3,005 ft
-2,982 ft
5h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
A route to the Aiguille and the Monastère de Chalais. A relentless climb with a steep, slippery and exposed access ramp to the south ridge.
Plénouze Plateau
5.52 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,368 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Autrans (Isère)
You’ll want to take in the stunning scenery! From the Plénouze plateau, there are views of the Chartreuse, Belledone and Écrins massifs, and you can see Mont Blanc.
24 January 2022.
Following a comment from a VR: We were caught up by a member of the security team who made us descend via snowshoe trail no. 8.
Please note: crossing the downhill ski runs is prohibited.
Follow the GR®9 to the Tunnel du Mortier, climbing via Plénouze
6.62 mi
+1,847 ft
-1,854 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Autrans (Isère)
This hike takes you along the ridges to the north-east of the Vercors, partly following theGR®9.
You will climb via the Route Forestière des Pichières to reach Plénouze and theGR®9, which you will follow westwards to La Sure, then descend along the Tunnel du Mortier.
The Durand Farm
3.50 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,460 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sassenage (Isère)
Forest route to reach the Durand farm overlooking the Isère valley.
The Sabot circular in Mont-Saint-Martin
3.44 mi
+774 ft
-755 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Mont-Saint-Martin (Isère) (Isère)
A circular route on wide paths that allows you to delve into the history of millstones.
Rochers de Chalves via the south ridge
6.02 mi
+3,635 ft
-3,612 ft
5 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Mont-Saint-Martin (Isère) (Isère)
A fun hike bordering on mountaineering on a very little-used route leading to the Rocher de Chalves via its southern ridge. You will discover the Ouillon, a monolith clearly visible at the foot of the ridge, before climbing an easy rock face (never exceeding 3c) along the ridge.
Caution: there is a sheer drop below the ridge, so you must proceed slowly and test each hold carefully, as some boulders are ready to tumble down.
From Sassenage to Engins via the Pont Charvet, returning along the left bank of the Furon
8.59 mi
+2,720 ft
-2,720 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Sassenage (Isère)
Explore the Gorges du Furon from Sassenage, via the Chemin des Cuves and, a little further up, the Pont Charvet (Resistance memorial).
Do not attempt in wet weather: very steep paths for 2 hours with an 800-metre elevation gain.
After that, the route via Engins and back to Sassenage is straightforward.
The Furon Gorges and the resurgence of the Mermaid Melusine
1.68 mi
+712 ft
-699 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sassenage (Isère)
Walk through the Furon Gorges leading to the top of the village, where restaurants once welcomed Grenoble residents seeking coolness on Sundays. This short walk is very popular in hot weather, as the Furon area remains cool.
Tour of La Plaine
6.75 mi
+361 ft
-351 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
This peaceful walk passes through the hamlets of the plain. It invites you to explore a veritable history book of Voreppe, from the Middle Ages to the present day: mining ruins, reminders of former agricultural and boatmen’s activities, and the remains of romantic holiday resorts. It also highlights the significant topographical contrast within the commune.
Trail No. 11 of the Western Chartreuse Trails.
This route can also be explored by mountain bike.
The Aiguille de Chalais
1.78 mi
+564 ft
-538 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
A family-friendly circuit starting from Chalais Monastery and ending at the eponymous Aiguille.
Tour de Mont-Saint-Martin
4.89 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,660 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
Tour of Mont-Saint-Martin: Trail No. 9 of the Western Chartreuse Trails.
This hike takes you to Mont-Saint-Martin, a small village nestled at the foot of the Rocher de l’Église, once a hub of intense pastoral activity. It is also full of contrasts: the shade of the tall, centuries-old forests, the thrill ofthe cable car ascent, the light on the Mont-Saint-Martin mountain pasture slopes, and the tranquillity along the meadows and streams overlooking the Isère valley landscape.Read the practical information.
Loop starting from Chalais Monastery
5.45 mi
+1,900 ft
-1,890 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
This is a loop south of the Chartreuse, at a modest altitude. It starts at Chalais Monastery, climbs up the cable-assisted passageway of the chimney, then heads towards the small village of Mont-Saint-Martin and returns via the Cuchet route.
Traditional yellow directional signs indicate the distance to be covered and the time needed to reach the destinations concerned.
Tour des Bannettes (Trail No. 7 of the "Sentiers de Chartreuse Occidentale")
9.49 mi
+4,012 ft
-3,986 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Voreppe (Isère)
Warning: Trail for experienced hikers. It is strongly recommended that you follow this trail in a clockwise direction (Cheminée de Lorzier is not roped off).
Trail No. 7 of the "Sentiers de Chartreuse Occidentale".
Although our trails are regularly maintained, they are mountain and/or forest trails, with all the inherent risks:falling branches, trees, stones, rocks, mudslides, flash floods, slips... You will be walking alongside ravines and cliffs. Do not leave the marked trail.