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Les Feytas
In the Drôme des Collines, at Saint-Laurent-d'Onay, a lovely circular route that alternates between woodland, countryside and hilltops (known as ‘faite’, ‘feste’ or ‘feyta’ in the south-east). Beautiful views of the Vercors.
Ambouchet Route
This is a good walk to do when the paths are muddy. It mainly follows small asphalt roads with little traffic. It offers beautiful views of the foothills of the Massif Central.
Circular route starting from Montrigaud
An easy walk starting from the hamlet of Le Bourg, on the road to Saint-Christophe-et-le-Laris.
In the hills above Montrigaud in the Drôme des Collines
A lovely walk in the hills above Montrigaud and Miribel with beautiful views of the Alps, the Vercors, the Roman-Valentinoise plain and the Ardèche mountains.
Woodland between Montrigaud and Miribel
An easy walk, shaded between the woods of Montrigaud and Miribel.
In wet and/or wintery conditions, the paths can be very muddy. Good walking boots are therefore essential.
Circular walk in the hills above Hauterives, through woods and meadows
In the hills above Hauterives, a circular route starting from the hamlet of Les Giroux, which, after a stretch through the forest, follows the ridge with lovely views over Tersanne. You will then descend along a small road through the fields, finishing with another stretch through the forest.
Circular Bois de Côte Lune in Hauterives
A beautiful walk in the Drôme hills east of Hauterives, suitable for all seasons. The scents of spring and colours of autumn, as well as some beautiful views, will make this a walk to enjoy.
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Chambaran and Mouchet Route
A pleasant walk through the heart of the valleys of northern Drôme. There are two climbs on the route, but nothing too difficult.
Bonne Combe - Porte de Drômardèche
Right from the start of the route, you will have a great time on a fun little trail along the river. The only climb, which is a little long, will take you to the highest point of the circular route, offering you a beautiful view of the Hauterives valley.
In the footsteps of Facteur Cheval
This route takes you across fields, but very often on small tarmac roads, allowing you to discover what the environment of Facteur Cheval might have been like. Perhaps some parts of the route were even part of his daily rounds!
East of Hauterives
A walk through the Drôme hills, offering sweeping views and few forests.
Circular route at Hauterives
A circular route starting from Hauterives, in the Drôme hills, with beautiful views of the Pilat Massif, the Vercors and the Alps.
The Saint-Germain Circuit - Porte de Drômardèche
At the start of this circular route, single-track enthusiasts will enjoy this short, fun and fast trail along the Galaure. The slightly steep climb, alongside a field, will take you to the highest point of the route, where you can enjoy a superb view of the Galaure valley. The descent to Hauterives, through the woods, will give you a real thrill!
Walk in the land of Facteur Cheval
This varied walk first winds along the Galaure river before climbing up the hill. It meanders through the woods before returning to the village of Hauterives, in front of the Palais Idéal. Read the practical information before setting off. There is a ford to cross. If you wish, you can shorten the route and do only a 7 km circular route.
The ridges around Barthenay
This hike offers fabulous views of the Vercors and the Drôme hills, alternating between undergrowth and wild sunken paths. Suitable for all seasons.
Le Grand Serre - Around the Galaure
A walk alternating between countryside and forest on stony paths or small tarmac roads.
From the Serrein Chapel to Montfalcon Castle
A short, varied walk on the hillside of Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure. View of the Vercors peaks
The northern Drôme via ridges and valleys
A hike following ridges and valleys, discovering charming villages and hamlets.
Around Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse
From Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse, a short circuit passes by the Château de Charmes, a private property that is open to visitors, then winds pleasantly through the woods with a few views of the surrounding hills.
The Montmiral Tower
A short loop in the Drôme, hills with views of the Vercors.
Wind turbines at Terres Blanches in Lentiol
Walk past the wind turbines on the Grand-Serre and Lens-Lestang plateaus, leading to Lentiol.
This walk is a variation on the “Tour of the Regrimay Valley to Lentiol” walk. It is slightly longer and runs along the edge of the village of Marcollin.
Walk in the hills around Ratières
A lovely walk in the rolling hills of the Drôme with many varied panoramic views.
From Montfalcon to the chapel of Serrein
Hike from Montfalcon to the Chapel of Serein in Saint-Clair-sur-Galaure through countryside and woods.
This hike is a longer version of the hike from the Chapel of Serrein to Montfalcon Castle, with different routes.
From the pear trees of Valloire to the Château du Double
You will cross the Valloire plain, surrounded by fields and orchards in Lens Lestang, until you reach the Priory of Manthes. Information boards tell you about mulberry and pear trees. Then you climb up to the Madone de Moras and return along a path well sheltered from the sun, along the moraine. On the way, you can admire the Château du Double.
The Sizay Wood Ridge Trail
A family-friendly trail in the Bois de Sizay, a true refuge for flora and fauna where you feel far away from it all.
Sizay Woods and Drôme des Collines
Hikes in the woods and countryside around Saint-Donat-sur-L'Herbasse, with views of the Vercors mountain range and the Herbasse valley, and discovery of the forest's biodiversity.
From the Feytaux plateau to Terres Blanches
An easy walk on the moraines overlooking Lens Lestang.
You alternate between walking in the woods and in open country. On the way there, you can see the Pilat and Ardèche mountains and the Beaurepaire plain.
On the way back, as you turn around, you can admire the peaks of the Vercors, the Alps, the Chartreuse and Mont Blanc (weather permitting...).
Sketching hike in Sisay Wood
The Rando Croquis trail in the Bois de Sisay is the first of its kind in France. It allows you to discover nature through an introduction to drawing and sketching.
There are around ten stations along the trail, each with explanations.
Les Hauts de Marcollin from Lens-Lestang
This route is very pleasant in summer due to the coolness of the undergrowth. In spring and autumn, it offers a diversity of colours and scents for our visual and olfactory enjoyment.
There are several points along the route where you can enjoy views of the Beaurepaire plain.
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The tour of the Regrimay valley in Lentiol
A short, picturesque walk without any major difficulty, but only to be attempted in dry weather (there is a ford which can be tricky).
From the Priory of Saint-Andeol to the Tower of Ratières
Hike starting from the small village of Saint-Andéol, where there is a small church called Le Prieuré.You will walk uphill to the Tour de Ratières, where your climb will be rewarded with a magnificent, almost 360° view of the Alps and the Vercors to the east, as well as the Pilat massif and the Ardèche mountains to the west.
From Moras-en-Valloire to the Mantaille Forest
A very pleasant route, with woods offering a variety of flora and scents that change with the seasons. The different slopes offer beautiful views.
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The joy of May Day
This is the May Day hike with its sprigs of lily of the valley and beautiful views.
The Sandy Hills – Pays de l’Herbasse
A beautiful route in the Herbasse area offering a dramatic change of scenery: sandy terrain and more Mediterranean vegetation.
La Combe Oternaud and the Bois de Sizay - Pays de l'Herbasse
A short route offering a taste of the main types of trails found in the Drôme des Collines: sand, gravel, woodland, valleys... The two main climbs are relatively steep and lead to some lovely views.
Walk in and around Manthes
Manthes is a beautiful village well worth a visit. The village is crossed by five watercourses, one of which, the Veuse, has its source here. There are ponds, a fish farm, a church and its 11th-century priory which once housed six monks, and a central square next to lovely stretches of water.
So, keep your eyes peeled and be curious, as this village has a long history, like so many others.
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The Crête walk
The Tour de Montmiral walk.
From Manthes to the Château du Double
An easy walk, ideal in spring when the fruit trees are in bloom. Several points of interest for children.
On the way, you can see the priory of Manthes, visit an extraordinary garden created by a disciple of the facteur Cheval, tour the Château du Double and search for a riddle.
Saint-Donat Northern Loop
A loop alternating between hills, fruit tree plantations, the beautiful forests of Garde and Bard, and numerous sandy paths (almost Saharan!)
Beautiful views of the hills and the Vercors and Pilat massifs.
Lac de Champos along the Herbasse river from Saint-Donat
This route runs alongside the Herbasse for much of the way, passing through gardens, fields and woods, and reaches Lac de Champos, its campsite and leisure centre, avoiding tarmac as much as possible. It ends at the charming little Parc Georges Bert.
Montmiral
A superb walk in Montmiral, with magnificent views and paths perfect for a brisk stroll through the rolling hills of the Drôme!!!
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