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Starting from Peyrus
This short hike takes you through beautiful landscapes and lovely trails in the foothills of the Monts du Matin and the pretty village of Peyrus, nestled in the Lierne valley. It is not particularly difficult and is accessible to any walker with good footwear.
The Sarrasins Bridge

Geological curiosity formed by a large stone arch that resembles a cave entrance.
In the footsteps of the Knights Templar in Saint-Vincent-la-Commanderie

Saint-Vincent had a commandery inthe 13th century. "In the footsteps of the Knights Templar" is an easy walk at the foot of the Rochers de Treillaras cliffs, often on the edge of the woods, over gently rolling terrain with beautiful views of the plain.
Tour of the Rocher de Turon from Combovin via the Pas de Fontfène

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 Tower of Barcelonne and the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel

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.
Short walk from La Vacherie

This is an easy walk that can be done with young children. Picnics are possible in a shaded area.
From Grand Échaillon to Gampaloux
This is a relatively easy hike in the Léoncel National Forest, mostly on cross-country ski or snowshoe trails. It is a very pleasant walk in warm weather, as almost the entire route is in the shade.
Pas de Bouvaret - Pas de la Pierre

A very pretty loop from the hamlet of Les Ducs, crossing the Pas de Bouvaret and then the Pas de la Pierre, offering superb views of the Rhône valley, the Vercors and the Ardèche.
From Chatuzange-le-Goubet to Marches

A short, easy circuit with beautiful views of the foothills of the Vercors
Around the Pas du Pont

A short, wild loop very close to Baume-Cornillane, which can be adapted for a short half-day outing.
Canyon des Gueulards via the seven hairpin bends

This unusual spot offers a complete change of scenery, with a crevice that plunges into nowhere and a calm, dark atmosphere among rocky outcrops, lichens and ferns. Access to the canyon is via a track with seven hairpin bends that demonstrate the art of building passages carved into the rock on the mountain side and masonry on the side facing the void.
Canyon des Gueulards via the Chaffal

Enjoy a complete change of scenery in this superb canyon between two narrow cliffs. An unusual spot with a crevasse that descends into nowhere, offering a calm and sombre atmosphere among rocky outcrops, lichens and ferns.
Please note! The route has been changed to avoid the Ferme du Pêcher du Bas. At (1), go straight ahead, then take a path on the right and head straight for (3).
Côte Blanche

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.
Canyon des Gueulards, via the Sept Lacets

This unusual spot offers a complete change of scenery, with a crevasse that plunges into nowhere and a calm, sombre atmosphere among rocky outcrops, lichens and ferns. The return route takes you along a track with seven hairpin bends that illustrate the art of building passages carved into the rock on the mountain side and masonry on the side facing the void.
The centre of Pangaea

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.
La Raye

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.
La Tête de la Dame

The summit of the Tête de la Dame offers superb views of the Diois, the Drôme valley and the Vercors massif.
Grotte des Fées, Crête des Vachères, Grotte des Ussets and Crête de Mussan

A "wild" route at the start, two caves to visit and a magnificent panorama to admire from the Montagne de Mussan, covering a large part of the Vercors, make this hike well worth the effort.
Gorge d'Omblèze - Canyon des Gueulards

Randonnée permettant de parcourir sur la journée l'ensemble des cascades et des particularités des gorges.
Druise waterfall

The Druise waterfall, an impressive 72-metre drop, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the Vercors. The view from below is breathtaking: the high waterfall looks like a bridal veil, accompanied by a thunderous roar and a huge blast of air.
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