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Passerelle sur le Drac walks
Himalayan footbridges of Monteynard without the boat
Visorando Member
9.05 mi
+2,956 ft
-2,982 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mayres-Savel (Isère)
This walk is a variation on the classic tour of the Himalayan footbridges of Lake Monteynard, which does not require a boat trip (for a fee) to return to the starting point. In addition, this route takes you to the Pas du Berlioz (very beautiful view of the lake) and the Pont de Brion. It is hardly any longer than taking the boat, as you don't need to go all the way to the pier, which is quite far away. However, part of the route is a return trip.
The Drac footbridge
5.72 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,617 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Mayres-Savel (Isère)
A circular hike to do when the boat is not crossing the lake (out of season) or if you want to take your time crossing the footbridges over two days. See the Pont de Brion and Ébron footbridge hike.
This hike is not recommended for people who are afraid of heights or have a phobia of falling.
Footbridge over the Drac from Mayres-Savel beach
3.38 mi
+522 ft
-535 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Mayres-Savel (Isère)
A superb, quick walk to the Drac footbridge, along the north bank of the river of the same name, south of Lake Monteynard. Beautiful views of the lake and river, until you cross the Himalayan footbridge before returning.
Walks near Passerelle sur le Drac
Clelles - Ferme du Désert
13.59 mi
+4,829 ft
-3,383 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Clelles (Isère)
The first day is a long one, starting at the foot of Mont-Aiguille with alternating steep climbs and gentler passages through mountain pastures and forests.
From Chichilianne to Clelles-Mens station
3.14 mi
+161 ft
-646 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Chichilianne (Isère)
Chichilianne is a treasure trove of hikes towards the Vercors plateau. Once finished, some people take the train which stops at Clelles. But few hikers know that you can set off from Chichilianne or La Richardière and reach Clelles station in under two hours, walking alongside an irrigation canal for nearly three kilometres. This return walk to Clelles can also be taken in the opposite direction when you start your journey.
Chichilianne - Bénevise via the Pas de l'Essaure and the Vallon Combau
8.98 mi
+2,365 ft
-2,254 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Chichilianne (Isère)
This beautiful hike takes you to the Hauts Plateaux du Vercors National Nature Reserve via the Pas de l'Essaure, then down the Drôme side through one of the most beautiful sites in the Vercors, the Vallon Combau, before reaching the hamlet of Bénevise on a promontory.It offers beautiful views of Mont Aiguille, the valley and the Combau rock, a feast for the senses, combined with the historical, geological, botanical and faunal riches of the area you are crossing.
Gresse en Vercors - Pas des hollowed-out tree trunks serving as drinking troughs
6.50 mi
+4,265 ft
-2,041 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
The first stage starts at Champ de l'Herse and goes to Pas des Bachassons. It passes by the Brisou ridge, offering a first panoramic view. There is a climb of over 1,000 metres, but you will be rewarded by the beauty of Pas des Bachassons.
Cabane des Aiguillettes - Corrençon-en-Vercors
15.15 mi
+666 ft
-3,110 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
The fourth and final day of the circular route leading from the L'Aiguillette hut at the foot of the Grand Veymont to the car park at the Corrençon-en-Vercors ski stadium, where we will have left a car.
From the Cabane de l’Essaure to Clelles station
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.54 mi
+174 ft
-2,858 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Treschenu-Creyers (Drôme)
The fourth and final stage of the Vercors crossing. We leave the plateau to descend via Chichilianne to the foot of Mont Aiguille. Choosing Clelles station as the end point for this crossing means you can do the whole thing from Grenoble, but it’s of course possible to arrange for a car to be waiting in Chichilianne before setting off.
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!
Cabane de la Peyrouse - Cabane des Aiguillettes
11.34 mi
+4,938 ft
-4,009 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Andéol (Isère) (Isère)
Day3 of our traverse: setting off from the Cabane de la Peyrouse to reach Gresse en Vercors. We go round the Grand Veymond to climb back up onto the plateau via the Col des Bachassons (water), then stop at the Cabane de l’Aiguillette.
Jasse du Play shelter - Pré Peyret hut
7.16 mi
+512 ft
-528 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
The fourth stage of this crossing is also the least physically demanding. Very flat and short, it takes you across vast meadows. But you can spice it up with the Grand Veymont option.
From the Jasse du Play to the Baraque du Pison
9.47 mi
+735 ft
-928 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors (Isère)
The second stage of the Vercors crossing. Less elevation gain than the previous day, but still a good distance. However, we’re now properly entering the Vercors plateau, and a map, a compass and a good sense of direction are essential, especially when it’s foggy!