Portes-en-Valdaine walks

This route, with very little elevation gain, winds along the narrow roads of Portes-en-Valdaine, offering a 360° panoramic view of the village: its characteristic bell tower, its old village centre and the Serre de Mirabel in the background.

Through wooded and agricultural areas in the Drôme Provençale between Montélimar and Dieulefit.

This lovely loop along the ridges of L'Izard and Mont Laroche offers magnificent views of the Roubion valley as far as the foothills of the Vercors and the 3 Becs. Starting from the pretty village of La Touche, the route passes the castles of Rochefort-en-Valdaine, then the truffle fields of Janeston. The hike also crosses the pretty little hamlet of Moulin de Bay on the riverbank, via a succession of varied paths and trails, which are sometimes steep but only for short distances.

With its mix of small country lanes, paths lined with fields and forest trails, this peaceful route offers a lovely escape into the countryside with views of the surrounding hills.

Let yourself be carried away by the diversity of the landscapes along this hike! The route takes you along the Ruisseau de Citelles stream and follows in the footsteps of its past, with old hamlets and mills, before climbing up to the plateau covered with lavender fields.

A circular route offering a chance to discover the varied landscapes around La Bégude-de-Mazenc as well as the old village of Châteauneuf-de-Mazenc. With a route mainly through woodland, this long but technically easy hike will be very pleasant on hot summer days.

Between the undergrowth and agricultural land, a short, easy hike allows you to enjoy the landscapes at the edge of the Valdaine plain.

This is an easy hike that alternates between cool woodland and wide open trails on the plateau. You will pass through the hamlet of CÎtelles with its small chapel and waterfall, which is only accessible from above. The return journey follows the stream, where you can take a dip in places. The route crosses the river four times via small bridges or large stones. This is a very pleasant walk in summer, and the breaks by the water are very welcome.

For experienced hikers, this is a beautiful hike, partly through the woods on unmarked trails. After a very beautiful passage along the ridge, they lead to cliffs followed by a dizzying descent into a rocky ridge to the Grotte de l'Ermite, a natural excavation in the rocks. Above, stand the summit of Châtelard and the ruins of an ancient watchtower dating from the Middle Ages, destroyed during the Wars of Religion. The panoramic view over the valley is superb.

A peaceful hike along wide hillside paths, close to the picturesque, tiny, hidden village of Citelles.

Route mainly following tracks and forest paths offering beautiful 360° views, from the Rhône Valley to Mont Ventoux. Circular route that circles the catchment area of the Citelles stream, from the Château de Rochefort-en-Valdaine to the ruins of Notre-Dame la Brune, passing through the wind farm and its numerous wind turbines.

From the medieval site of Rochefort-en-Valdaine, discover the slopes of the Citelles valley and climb up to the Janeston plateau. The prefix "jan" (broom wood, juniper heath) is characteristic of Mediterranean vegetation.

A route mainly following tracks and forest paths offering lovely 360° views, passing through the wind farm and its numerous wind turbines, from the Rhône Valley to Mont Ventoux, as well as a chance to discover the pretty little hamlet of Cîtelles and its valley.

This walk goes around Coste Chaude, the dominant peak of Puygiron, before skirting the lavender fields and the Saint-Bonnet Chapel.

Before exploring the narrow streets of the fortified village of Saint-Gervais-sur-Roubion, discover the rich Valdaine plain. You will cross the Ramières du Roubion, a preserved, shaded natural area where biodiversity reigns supreme.

Starting from Espeluche, this circuit takes you along pretty paths in the Bois de Fonbrenoux to the partly ruined castle of Rochefort-en-Valdaine, which still has its 13th-century Saint-Blaise chapel, listed as a historic monument. It then continues along the ridges, offering beautiful views of the valley.

Walk through the Bois de Jamot, surrounded by the scent of pine trees, on a gentle path that heralds the colours of Provence.

This loop leads to the moving ruins of the former Aleyrac Abbey. Along the way, you will enjoy views of the Grignan plain and the valley.

Starting from Espeluche, this walk will take you to Notre-Dame d'Aiguebelle Abbey. Passing through a variety of tracks, small paths and trails depending on the season, you will have the opportunity to discover a wide variety of flora and fauna.

This walk will take you back to the 12th century with the ruins of the Chapelle Barbara and the old village of Allan. Various views of the village of Espeluche, Mont Ventoux and the Ardèche mountains.

A hike that is not too difficult overall, with many tarmac sections but little traffic. The final climbs to reach Butte de Montceau, whose name means ‘little hill’, and the chapel are the only challenging parts of this route. The chapel was built on the site of ancient Gallo-Roman burial grounds that were later Christianised.

A short hike along a path that once led to the Grotte de l’Ermite and a castle destroyed during the Wars of Religion. Perched on a narrow ridge, this viewpoint offers a lovely 360° view of the village of Eyzahut and the cliffs, with the forest of Saoû, the Trois Becs to Roche Colombe, the Grand Delmas and the Couspeau mountain as a backdrop.

Along the river, along a wide track, through the pinewoods and up a steep incline: these are just some of the variations that will give you your first taste of mountain biking in an always pleasant setting. Ideal for beginners and families!

Situated between the Rhône Valley, the Diois and the gateway to Provence, Mont Rachas, thanks to its central location, offers a superb 360° view, from the Trois Becs to Mont Ventoux in the east and over the Tricastin, the Rhône Valley and the foothills of the Ardèche in the west. This route follows a small road, a tarmac track (in poor condition) and finally a narrow path.

Situated between the Rhône Valley, the Diois and the gateway to Provence, Mont Rachas, thanks to its central location, offers a superb 360° view, from the Trois Becs to Mont Ventoux in the east and over the Tricastin, the Rhône Valley and the foothills of the Ardèche in the west. This route follows a small road, a tarmac track (in poor condition) and forest paths.

Hike starting from Poët-Laval, offering sweeping views of the Vercors, the Rhône Valley and northern Vaucluse.

A spectacular hike to discover the large natural arch carved into the Eyzahut cliff. In late April and early May, you can admire the pulsatilla anemone on the ridges of the Serre Gros mountain. You may also see horses roaming free. Magnificent views of the peaks of the Drôme and Vercors. Don't miss a visit to the medieval hilltop village of Poët-Laval, ranked one of the most beautiful in France.

A very pleasant, varied loop with no particular difficulties. From woodland to meadows, it will take you to the remarkable site of Les Vitrouillères, where the potters of Dieulefit extracted clay until 1964. At the end of the route, the old village of Le Poët-Laval, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, is of course a must-see.

On the border between the Baronnies and the Diois, this route takes you to the cliffs of Eyzahut with the large arch carved into the cliff, the famous "Trou du Furet". Caution: tricky sections. Route reserved for experienced hikers.

This route is mostly shaded, in the Bois de Taulignan and along the Berre, avoiding tracks and favouring footpaths. Recommended in hot weather and especially when the lavender is in bloom, as the plateau is covered with it. Some of the route is marked with old yellow signs (PR®): plastic stapled to tree trunks or yellow paint. However, a GPS is strongly recommended to follow the route, especially between points (4) and (7) as there are many paths in the undergrowth and not all of them are marked on the IGN map. It may be preferable to follow the guidance on the OSM map for this section.

A pleasant, easy circular loop leading to the Serre de la Motte. Suitable for families and all seasons.

Starting from Manas, this short but intense hike takes you to the charming village of Pont-de-Barret before climbing to the summit of Sainte-Euphémie mountain. A 380° panorama is guaranteed from the summit and throughout the descent.

This hike to the ruins of Old Allan offers panoramic views of the Rhône Valley between Donzère and Cruas. The first part of the trail alternates between wide, open woodland paths and, halfway along, you will discover the Croix Siméon. The trail then becomes narrower and more winding, remaining shaded and sheltered.

From the old village of Allan to the castle of Rochefort-en-Valdaine, a beautiful hike on either side of the Citelle. Whether from the ruins of the old village of Allan, the castle of Rochefort or the many clearings along this hike, you will enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the Rhône valley and the surrounding mountains. Moderator's note : private property issue? Alternative route possible, see reviews.

Short, easy walk around the pretty village of Réauville.

This is a pleasant family walk, the first part of which takes place in the forest and leads to the Monastery of Aiguebelle, located on the loop. The second part leads through heathland and lavender fields to a plateau where the view gradually opens up to Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail, La Lance, the Baronnies and, closer by, the Château de Grignan and the Donjon de Chamaret.

A pleasant hike that takes you from Réauville, a charming village in the Drôme Provençale, to the Abbey of Notre-Dame d'Aiguebelle.

A beautiful walk between the villages of Réauville and Montjoyer and the Abbey of Notre-Dame d'Aiguebelle.

A beautiful and enjoyable walk that allows you to discover the agricultural riches and built heritage of La Roche-Saint-Secret-Béconne.

From the small village of Roche-Saint-Secret-Béconne, surrounded by beautiful hills, there is a pleasant, easy route dominated by La Lance, Le Rocher des Aures, Mont Rachas and La Crête de Rozier. You walk among vineyards, lavender and broom, climbing through oak and pine trees to enjoy the magnificent landscapes that the Drôme Provençale has to offer. And each season adorns this place with new colours.

The buildings (or ruins) along the walk tell the story of another era dating back to the 12th century: chapels, castles, destroyed villages, a fortified farm and a water-powered factory. The vegetation varies from holm oak forest and lavender fields to apricot orchards and vineyards. Superb views of the Lance mountain and, from the Col de la Roche and the ridge above Béconne, views of the valley.

This route allows you to explore the medieval town via the Porte Anguille, flanked by two towers. It then takes you to the foothills of Taulignan to discover an ancient Roman road. Further on, the Domaine Bramarel lies at the heart of France’s main truffle-producing region. You’ll reach the Silk Road as you pass the burnt-out factory, a former blacksmith’s workshop. The route ends on the Blaches plateau and its famous Côtes du Rhône AOC vineyards

The Rocher de Ruas offers views of the plain and the Marsanne forest, as well as a panorama of the Grand Veymont, the Trois Becs, Couspeau and the Drôme Pre-Alps. You will then discover the Rhône valley, mostly on a path through the woods.

The first part of the route is wild and offers beautiful views of the village of Pont-de-Barret and the meanders of the Roubion, as well as the Montagne de Sainte-Euphémie and the Marsanne plain. On the western side of the plateau, there is access to a viewpoint over Roche Colombe, the Trois Becs and the Montagne de Couspeau, then on the southern side, Saint-Maurice and the Eysahut rocks as you descend the track. Finish with a wild trail in a small valley.

This wild route offers beautiful views of the village of Pont-de-Barret, the meanders of the Roubion, the Montagne de Sainte-Euphémie, the Marsanne plain, Miélandre, Saint-Maurice and the Eysahut rocks.

A short hike in a magnificent setting. The undergrowth alternates with open views of the landscape and beautiful panoramas. Taking the loop in an anti-clockwise direction allows for a more gradual climb and a descent with a beautiful view overlooking Pont-de-Barret in front of you.

Pleasant circular path, mostly shaded. The ascent and descent are steady and present no technical difficulty. After rain, the path is easier to walk in the opposite direction.

This short route is easily accessible in the hills above Puy-Saint-Martin. It offers new views of the old village and the Valdaine plain.

In addition to panoramic views of the Valdaine plain, Couspeau mountain and Saoû forest, this route will allow you to discover the natural and cultural heritage of Puy-Saint-Martin.

Alternating between small roads, narrow lanes and paths through the woods, this route offers beautiful views of the Marsanne plain, the foothills of the Vercors and the village of Puy-Saint-Martin.

A family walk, starting from the Roubion valley, to discover the old village of Soyans, dominated by the Romanesque church of Saint-Marcel and the castle ruins. Perched on the edge of the cliff, you can enjoy a magnificent panorama of the Roubion Valley, the Saoû Forest to the north and the Couspeau Mountain to the east.