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Ourches walks
Chalamet Tower
Visorando Member
6.79 mi
+1,975 ft
-1,962 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ourches (Drôme)
On this well-shaded hike, in addition to the various views of the Rhône valley, the Ardèche, the southern Vercors, the Trois Becs and the Saoû forest, we also encountered a young deer enjoying some foliage and a squirrel frightened by our presence. Unfortunately, we also saw the damage caused by the box tree moth.
La Raye
9.60 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,641 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Baume-Cornillane (Drôme)
La Baume Cornillane is an exceptional site due to its geography and history. La Raye is a superb viewpoint: Baronnies, Vercors, Roc de Toulaud, Tête de la Dame and Plateau d'Ambel. The ridges are superb.
The centre of Pangaea
7.71 mi
+2,343 ft
-2,329 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Baume-Cornillane (Drôme)
How about taking a trip back a few million years to find yourself at the centre of the original world (Pangaea)? La Baume-Cornillane claims this location and there are a few information panels at the top of the village explaining it in more detail. The rest of the route will take you up to the heights of Pas de la Croix, then back through the forest to the car park and back to the 21st century.
Baume-Cornillane loop, the keep, the Grotte de la Dame
2.43 mi
+502 ft
-492 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from La Baume-Cornillane (Drôme)
From the centre of the world (Pangaea) before continental drift, to the Middle Ages, via local legends about the cave that gave the village its name (Baume = cave in Provençal), this is a varied family walk starting from the charming village of La Baume-Cornillane: old stones, hidden paths, stunning landscapes, a stream and a petrifying waterfall (sometimes so petrified that it is dry!) and a remarkable cave.
Around the Pas du Pont
3.67 mi
+984 ft
-978 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Baume-Cornillane (Drôme)
A short, wild loop very close to Baume-Cornillane, which can be adapted for a short half-day outing.
Crêtes de La Raye
9.01 mi
+2,047 ft
-2,054 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gigors-et-Lozeron (Drôme)
Hike through the forest to the ridges and their highest point at 1015 m. Beautiful views over the Rhône Valley and the Vercors Massif. The descent then follows a wide forest path before arriving in a roadless grassy valley where wild horses and Highlander cows live side by side.
Petite Raye
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.62 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,185 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Combovin (Drôme)
At the start of this scenic hike, you’ll come across some very peaceful little Scottish cows.The return route follows the Crête de la Raye, overlooking the Rhône Valley.
Crêtes de la Raye
8.97 mi
+2,333 ft
-2,316 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Combovin (Drôme)
Découverte de superbes vues sur la plaine de Valence et sur le Vercors et les Trois Becs. Une bonne partie de la randonnée se fait en crête du Nord au Sud. Le retour emprunte de belles prairies parsemées d'orchidées au printemps. On peut également admirer des vaches Highlands à la ferme de Boussière.
Tour of the Rocher de Saint-Supière via Serre du Bois, Sagnol and Boussière
9.72 mi
+2,192 ft
-2,172 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gigors-et-Lozeron (Drôme)
A beautiful hike that will take you through pretty woodland and the Rocher de Saint-Supière massif. Some fairly steep climbs and descents. Beautiful views of the Crêtes de Suze, Rochecolombe and Les Trois Becs.
Saint-Supière Rock
6.76 mi
+1,811 ft
-1,791 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gigors-et-Lozeron (Drôme)
This trail crosses a property where Scottish Highland cows graze. The trail then climbs up to the Savel Plateau, where a panoramic view opens up before you.
Saint Pancras Cross from Suze
3.59 mi
+873 ft
-873 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Suze (Drôme)
The massif is a perched syncline. This small mountain offers exceptional views of the Diois and southern Vercors regions.
On a clear day, there is a superb view of the Grand Veymont, the 3 Becs, Roche Colombe and the syncline of the Saou forest.
Chapel and viewpoint at the Croix de Saint-Pancrace.
The Tower of Barcelonne and the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel
3.63 mi
+833 ft
-827 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Barcelonne (Drôme)
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.
Lozeron Mountain - Gervanne-Sye
Local authority7.48 mi
+1,545 ft
-1,539 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gigors-et-Lozeron (Drôme)
From the famous Plateau des Chaux, a small agricultural plain still preserved by traditional practices, you will reach the heights of the Lozeron mountain and enjoy a 260° panorama.
Walk around Montvendre
1.42 mi
+246 ft
-243 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Montvendre (Drôme)
A short route perfect for a post-lunch stroll; discover Montvendre from two viewpoints, then the few remains of a feudal heritage.
Around Combovin
9.12 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,850 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Combovin (Drôme)
This route offers many forest trails and some beautiful views of the Vercors and the Rhône Valley.
From the Crest ridges to the banks of the Drôme
5.07 mi
+810 ft
-840 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Crest (Drôme)
This discovery route is divided into three parts, with a passage along the ridges overlooking the town, offering superb panoramic views, followed by a pleasant walk along the banks of the Drôme. The circular ends with a short tourist route through the labyrinth of the old town.
The highlight of this discovery of Crest is a visit to its tower, the tallest keep in France: be sure to plan a visit.
Les Roches - Crestois
2.79 mi
+591 ft
-591 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Crest (Drôme)
Family walk behind the highest keep in France: you will walk along ridges and enjoy an unforgettable panorama of the Vercors mountains, the Trois Becs and the Ardèche plateau.
Around Combovin
4.37 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,214 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Combovin (Drôme)
This short circular route through woods, hillsides and balconies offers multiple views of the Rhône Valley and the Ardèche at various points along the route, rewarding your efforts...
Moderator's note: this hike was modified on 5 May 2023 between points 3 and 4 to stay on the marked trail and respect private property.
Tour of the Rocher de Turon from Combovin via the Pas de Fontfène
6.19 mi
+1,821 ft
-1,821 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Combovin (Drôme)
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.
The Crêtes de Côte Belle and the Tour de Merly
12.16 mi
+1,942 ft
-1,952 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Beaufort-sur-Gervanne (Drôme)
Côte Belle is a classic hike from Beaufort-Sur-Gervanne. Here we offer a longer and more complete version, covering almost all of the ridges and extending around Merly, a pointed mountain overlooking Eygluy. As a bonus, you can enjoy views not only of the Massif des Trois-Becs and the Drôme Valley, but also of the Montagne de Glandasse, the But Saint-Genix, Ansage, the Falaises d'Omblèze and the Rochers du Vellan. No difficulty except for the length.
The Croix du Vellan from Beaufort-sur-Gervanne
10.62 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,139 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Beaufort-sur-Gervanne (Drôme)
From Beaufort-sur-Gervanne, the gradual climb to Plan-de-Baix and then to the Croix du Vellan (a picturesque passage between rocks and cliffs) is on good paths. From there, you can enjoy a unique view of the Gervanne Valley and the Trois Becs Massif. The return journey takes you through the village of Lozeron and the Domaine des Arômes (Sanoflore organic cosmetics factory and botanical garden).
The Crêtes de Crest
4.00 mi
+981 ft
-958 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Crest (Drôme)
A pleasant walk in the hills above Crest offering beautiful views of the southern Vercors, the peaks of the Saoû Forest, the Ardèche mountains and the Drôme valley. As a bonus, you can explore Crest and its heritage at the start and end of the walk.
Around Lake Eurre
1.34 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Eurre (Drôme)
A post-lunch stroll around Lake Eurre, then into the Ramières du Val de Drôme Nature Reserve, where, depending on the season, you may spot migratory birds taking a break, or coypu and beavers.
Tour of the Ramières Reserve
2.12 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Eurre (Drôme)
A walk, partly through woodland, around Lac d’Eurre and along the Drôme, followed by a visit to the reserve’s birdwatching point.
Côte Blanche
7.71 mi
+1,808 ft
-1,814 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Plan-de-Baix (Drôme)
The absence of houses gives this hike a wild feel. This route, which takes us to an altitude of 1,000 metres, offers beautiful views of the Trois Becs, the Saou Forest, the Ambel Plateau, the Rhône Valley and the Monts Ardéchois.
The discovery trail in Beaumont-lès-Valence
2.66 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Beaumont-lès-Valence (Drôme)
The Discovery Trail is a walking route that runs alongside the Écoutay River and introduces you to the solar system in miniature, thanks to themed information boards designed by the Beaumont astronomy club, Les Pléiades.
Col de la Croix, Chemin de Mars, Col de Gerbe and Col Chicotier
9.45 mi
+1,588 ft
-1,591 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Montclar-sur-Gervanne (Drôme)
Departure from Vaugelas. Car park in the centre of the village.
A pretty little village, fairly well restored, located at the bottom of a valley
The Serre des Aigles in Aouste-sur-Sye
9.39 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aouste-sur-Sye (Drôme)
A lovely autumn hike offering numerous views of the Vercors, the peaks of the Saoû forest and the Baronnies. The route crosses rural farmland, where vineyards and fields give way to forest. There is a bit of road at the start.
Crête de Saint-Alban
3.36 mi
+499 ft
-489 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Aouste-sur-Sye (Drôme)
Short mountain bike ride on the Balcons de la Drôme between Crest and Aouste-sur-Sye. Not too difficult climb and nice little descent on single track. Ideal for a short winter outing.
On the banks of the Pétochin and Véore rivers from Montéléger
4.79 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montéléger (Drôme)
Montéléger - Beauvallon. A peaceful riverside walk or cycle ride near Valence.
The Sentier des Deux Renards in Chabeuil
3.15 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Chabeuil (Drôme)
This is an easy trail for families and accessible to young children, allowing them to discover the biodiversity of the Bachassier nature reserve via the Sentier des Deux Renards trail created by the LPO Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Drôme-Ardèche. The circular route starts at the underpass of the D538 road, located at the end of Rue des Campanules and near the water treatment plant. It follows the hiking trail established by the FFRandonnée de la Drôme and Valence Romans Agglo.
Perched village of Mirabel
5.50 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,070 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Mirabel-et-Blacons (Drôme)
Explore the hilltop village of Mirabel, with views of Charsac Hill and the Col de l'Armurier.
The heritage of Chabeuil
2.31 mi
+213 ft
-217 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Chabeuil (Drôme)
Discover Chabeuil, located on one of the roads connecting the Valence plain to the Vercors.
The Sarrasins Bridge
4.62 mi
+1,585 ft
-1,585 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Châteaudouble (Drôme)
Geological curiosity formed by a large stone arch that resembles a cave entrance.
Along the Marette towards the viewpoint of the ruined castle
2.07 mi
+367 ft
-348 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Châteaudouble (Drôme)
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.
Tour of the Val de Charsac
11.34 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,821 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Mirabel-et-Blacons (Drôme)
A long walk with beautiful views, with no difficulty other than the length, on trails and paths through fairly sparse pine forests.
Bois de la Dame - From the Confluence to Les Ramières
13.04 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,791 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Grane (Drôme)
From the Bois de la Dame, formerly owned by the Poitiers family, to the Pierre Sanglante, on the border of three cantons, you will enjoy an unusual view of the western part of the Saoû syncline.
