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Pas de la ville walks
Balcony below Grand Veymont
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4.71 mi
+1,631 ft
-1,621 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
This is a short hike to discover the eastern slope of the Vercors, best done after the snow has melted as some sections can be very tricky. You will pass under the cliffs of Grand Veymont, catch a glimpse of Mont Blanc and enjoy a panoramic view of this magnificent slope of the Vercors massif with its impressive cliffs.
The Grand Veymont crossing from the Col de Rousset
22.20 mi
+5,712 ft
-5,689 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Agnan-en-Vercors (Drôme)
This is a long hike across the Vercors Highlands, which cover all the environments of the largest nature reserve in mainland France: large pine forests, vast plateaus and the steep cliffs of the eastern barrier of the Vercors. In addition to the magnificent landscapes, the flora and fauna of the Highlands will delight you even more.
Le Petit and Le Grand Veymont
11.27 mi
+5,413 ft
-5,394 ft
9h 55
Difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
This circular hike will take you up the Petit Veymont and then the Grand Veymont, offering magnificent landscapes and impressive views of Mont Aiguille and the Vercors ridge, not to mention the Écrins Massif in good weather.
The presence of numerous animals (chamois, marmots and ibex) will add to the enjoyment of this long hike.
Around the Grand Veymont
11.47 mi
+5,794 ft
-5,797 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
Two-day route starting from Champ de l'Herse. It passes through the Brisou ridge with a first panorama before reaching the Grand Veymont (2341m), which offers a magnificent view of the Vercors high plateaus, Mont Aiguille and the valley. Good chances of seeing ibex and marmots.
The Pas de La Ville circular loop starting from Gresse-en-Vercors
5.38 mi
+2,343 ft
-2,339 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
A beautiful hike in the Vercors Massif on its eastern face, reputed to be difficult.
The imposing mass of the Grand Veymont will be your constant companion along the way, sometimes in the shade, sometimes on stony and uneven terrain.
Pas of hollowed-out tree trunks serving as drinking troughs
4.95 mi
+1,529 ft
-3,763 ft
3h 35
Difficult
Departure from Chichilianne (Isère)
The second day takes you to the highest point of the route: Le Grand Veymont. It offers a magnificent view of the Vercors high plateaus, Mont Aiguille and the valley. There is a good chance of seeing ibex and marmots!
Le Grand Veymont – circular loop via the ravines
11.38 mi
+5,266 ft
-5,223 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Michel-les-Portes (Isère)
This hike takes you to the Grand Veymont, the highest peak in the Vercors, via a circular route exploring the ravines at its base. Look out for ibex and marmots!
The circular route can be walked in either direction. There are no particular technical difficulties on the route apart from in the ravines, which may require you to use your hands for a bit of scrambling.
Le Grand Veymont starting from Gresse-en-Vercors
7.50 mi
+3,825 ft
-3,802 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
A lovely outing, but one that requires fitness given the significant elevation gain. A stunning panorama from the Grand Veymont. You’ll come across other people after the Pas de la Ville.
Grand Veymont loop via the Côte de Quinquambaye
11.75 mi
+5,653 ft
-5,640 ft
10h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
A beautiful loop around Grand Veymont starting from the bottom of the Gresse-en-Vercors slopes. Breathtakingly beautiful scenery throughout the hike. All the paths are well-marked GR® trails, so it's impossible to get lost!