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Roynac walks
Le Baron and the Chevrière Balcony
Local authority
5.82 mi
+981 ft
-974 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Roynac (Drôme)
Discover the panoramic view from the east of Roynac: the Chevrière area is home to a remarkable natural site and offers a magnificent view of the Ardèche!
The Baron and the old village of Roynac
6.57 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,119 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Roynac (Drôme)
This very shady forest walk offers a new perspective on the Valdaine plain with a few glimpses of the Saoû massif, not to mention the discovery of the old ruined village of Roynac and its belvedere.
Around the Charivari starting from Puy-Saint-Martin
4.37 mi
+837 ft
-837 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Puy-Saint-Martin (Drôme)
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.
The Chevrière - La Pigne viewpoints
7.01 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Puy-Saint-Martin (Drôme)
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.
Crête de Chevrière - La Pigne
Visorando Member
7.46 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Puy-Saint-Martin (Drôme)
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.
Discover the heritage of Marsanne
Association / Club / Walk leader2.50 mi
+594 ft
-581 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
Short walk to discover the Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Fresneau and the old village of Marsanne.
Col de la Grande Limite
5.96 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,099 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
False duplicate.
A hike to discover the heritage of Marsanne, passing through the southern part of the forest. Discover the Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Fresneau and the old village. Enjoy panoramic views of the Valdaine plain, the Rhône valley and the surrounding mountains.
Discovering Marsanne
6.40 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,198 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
A walk to discover Marsanne’s heritage. The old village, the Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Fresneau, and panoramic views over the Valdaine plain and the surrounding mountains.
Les Trois Croix from Les Lombards
2.07 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from La Répara-Auriples (Drôme)
This walk allows you to discover the remains of an ancient fortified village on a hilltop, at the top of which are three crosses and a magnificent viewpoint with an orientation table.
270° panorama of the foothills of the Vercors and Diois, Roche Colombe, the Trois Becs, the Montagne de Couspeau, the northern Rhône valley and the Ardèche mountains.
In the Forest of Marsanne
7.19 mi
+1,276 ft
-1,273 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
From the beautiful village of Marsanne, take a walk along wide paths in the forest of the same name.
La Pierre Sanglante from Marsanne
6.97 mi
+873 ft
-873 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
Reaching the "Pierre Sanglante" (a curious rock associated with a legend) from the heights of Marsanne is an easy walk with beautiful views. A return route through the forest is available via the higher ground.
Serre de Paruel
2.33 mi
+768 ft
-768 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
An easy family walk in the vast Marsanne Forest. Beautiful views of the Vercors.
Le Chemin des Fileuses in Marsanne
5.85 mi
+997 ft
-978 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
This long hike high up in the heart of the Marsanne forest follows the paths that young silk spinners took to work in the 19th century. At that time, there were many spinning mills in the surrounding area, located along the rivers needed for the activity, particularly near Mirmande.
Serre de Paruel
2.76 mi
+787 ft
-784 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
A short walk through the Marsanne Forest, taking in Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours and the famous miraculous fountain of Fresneau.
De Marsanne à Mirmande par la Sente des Fileuses et retour par Haut-Fayard
13.58 mi
+2,743 ft
-2,730 ft
2.5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
Parcours sportif par les crêtes avec de très belles vues à l'Est (Grand Veymont, Saoû) à l'aller puis sur le Rhône et l'Ardèche au retour. Quelques passages assez pentus.
From Marsanne to the Col du Devès via the wind farm and the Pierre Sanglante
16.71 mi
+1,824 ft
-1,818 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
A route mainly following idyllic forest tracks and paths that offer lovely views over the Andrans plain. Starting from Marsanne, the route follows the Sentier des Fileuses to the Col de la Grande Limite, then heads towards the wind farm and passes by the Pierre Sanglante. It continues along the ridge to the Col du Devès and a magnificent viewpoint located at the paragliding launch site. A short loop around this plateau through wild woodland, then back to Marsanne via a balcony trail.
Montagne de Sainte-Euphémie
4.19 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,296 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Manas (Drôme)
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.
The Marsanne plateau tour
4.03 mi
+489 ft
-495 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Marsanne (Drôme)
Route in the Marsanne forest with beautiful views of the valleys, along wide paths with gentle slopes.
The church and castle ruins in the Old Village of Soyans
1.58 mi
+531 ft
-518 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Soyans (Drôme)
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.
The Three Crosses at the start of Soyans (Talon)
6.38 mi
+938 ft
-938 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Soyans (Drôme)
Following paths and small tracks, mostly through woodland, this walk offers some beautiful views and the remains of an ancient hilltop fortified village.
The top of the village, where three crosses stand, offers a magnificent viewpoint with an orientation table.
There is a 270° panorama of the foothills of the Vercors and Diois, Roche Colombe, the Trois Becs, the Montagne de Couspeau, the northern Rhône valley and the Ardèche mountains.
Montagne d'Éson
2.74 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,152 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Barret (Drôme)
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.
The Briesse Plateau - Dieulefit-Bourdeaux region
3.83 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,073 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Barret (Drôme)
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.
Montagne de Sainte Euphémie - Pont de Barret
2.72 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,286 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Barret (Drôme)
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.
Tour of the Montagne d'Éson plateau
4.43 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,207 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Barret (Drôme)
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.
From Moutette to Les Ramières from Saint-Gervais-sur-Roubion
6.02 mi
+180 ft
-200 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Gervais-sur-Roubion (Drôme)
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.
The Serre de Trémoulet tour in Forillon
4.11 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Grane (Drôme)
A short, easy and very pleasant family walk in the forest.
Haut Divajeu
3.38 mi
+381 ft
-407 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Divajeu (Drôme)
A lovely walk starting from old Divajeu and its château, with views of Grand Veymont on one side and the Ardèche on the other. An easy, very pleasant hillside path through oak and pine trees.
Bisquerle trail starting from Rochebaudin
3.85 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,201 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Rochebaudin (Drôme)
Starting from Rochebaudin, this hike crosses Les Blanchons to reach the foot of Rocher de la Tournelle. It then follows the Bisquerle trail, passes Pied Berthon (possible route to Eyzahut), and joins the DieulefitGRP® (long-distance footpath), allowing you to return to the village via a forest path along the Viarrand ravine.
Serre Gros from Rochebaudin
6.12 mi
+2,339 ft
-2,336 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Rochebaudin (Drôme)
The Poët mountain is the last foothill of the Pre-Alps above the Rhône plain, and Serre Gros is its highest point at 971 metres.
Caution: very steep climb in the rock chimney (do not attempt in wet weather).
Tour of the Poët and Saint-Maurice Mountains
20.32 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,717 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Rochebaudin (Drôme)
This route takes you along small roads, forest tracks and footpaths, allowing you to discover different landscapes and villages. Starting from Rochebaudin, the route passes through the Col du Perthuis, the Col de Ventebrun, Dieulefit, Poët-Laval, the Grand Pas quarry and Eyzahut.
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.
Le Châtelard - The Hermit’s Cave
0.76 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
0h 40
Moderate
Departure from Eyzahut (Drôme)
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.
Trou du Furet
2.41 mi
+892 ft
-892 ft
1h 55
Difficult
Departure from Eyzahut (Drôme)
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.
Châteauneuf-de-Mazenc - Dieulefit-Bourdeaux region
7.71 mi
+443 ft
-443 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from La Bégude-de-Mazenc (Drôme)
This route takes you through the woods and hills that begin to the east of La Bégude. It also leads you to the hilltop medieval village of Châteauneuf-de-Mazenc, where the breathtaking views will allow you to discover the fields and buildings of the Valdaine plain.
Les Châtelards - Dieulefit-Bourdeaux region
12.23 mi
+1,985 ft
-2,005 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from La Bégude-de-Mazenc (Drôme)
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.
Châteauneuf de Mazenc - Souspierre circular
4.07 mi
+272 ft
-262 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from La Bégude-de-Mazenc (Drôme)
Between the undergrowth and agricultural land, a short, easy hike allows you to enjoy the landscapes at the edge of the Valdaine plain.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.