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Saint-Donat Northern Loop
Visorando Member
10.65 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,204 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
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
4.88 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
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.
La Combe Oternaud and the Bois de Sizay - Pays de l'Herbasse
Local authority
7.77 mi
+794 ft
-781 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
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.
The Sandy Hills – Pays de l’Herbasse
19.60 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,293 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
A beautiful route in the Herbasse area offering a dramatic change of scenery: sandy terrain and more Mediterranean vegetation.
Sizay Woods and Drôme des Collines
6.89 mi
+768 ft
-761 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
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.
Sketching hike in Sisay Wood
1.60 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
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.
The Sizay Wood Ridge Trail
2.65 mi
+476 ft
-469 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
A family-friendly trail in the Bois de Sizay, a true refuge for flora and fauna where you feel far away from it all.
The Crosses of Bren
5.14 mi
+837 ft
-830 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Bren (Drôme)
A marked circular in the Drome des Collines, with beautiful views of the Vercors and Mont Saint-Gerbier-de-Jonc, passing through the undergrowth.
Discover the Blue Cross and Red Cross.
Partially shaded route.
The Bois des Ussiaux
2.83 mi
+318 ft
-318 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Peyrins (Drôme)
A peaceful stroll through the Bois des Ussiaux along pleasant paths. There are a few information boards about the environment here and there. In season, you can try your hand at tree-top adventure to get a bit of a bird’s-eye view.
Around Bren and Marsaz
6.06 mi
+732 ft
-705 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Marsaz (Drôme)
A circular route through the countryside and woods starting from Marsaz, heading north to Bren and back.
Around Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse
4.57 mi
+751 ft
-768 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse (Drôme)
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.
From the Priory of Saint-Andeol to the Tower of Ratières
8.64 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,168 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Claveyson (Drôme)
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.
A circular east of Peyrins
10.70 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,165 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Peyrins (Drôme)
A beautiful hike in the Romanais region with magnificent views of the Isère valley and the Vercors to the east and the Vivarais mountains and the Mézenc massif to the west.
Hamlet of Saint-Ange at the start of Peyrins
7.13 mi
+846 ft
-823 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Peyrins (Drôme)
This hike starting from Peyrins takes you up the first (gentle) slopes of the Drôme des Collines, through varied countryside. Given the terrain, walkers can enjoy beautiful views of the west and then the east of the region.
The ridges around Barthenay
9.90 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,224 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bathernay (Drôme)
This hike offers fabulous views of the Vercors and the Drôme hills, alternating between undergrowth and wild sunken paths. Suitable for all seasons.
Between Mours and Peyrins
3.16 mi
+243 ft
-240 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Peyrins (Drôme)
Short walk in the Bois de Mours forest.
Walk in the hills around Ratières
6.62 mi
+804 ft
-807 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ratières (Drôme)
A lovely walk in the rolling hills of the Drôme with many varied panoramic views.
The Saint-Ange Chapel via the Combe du Ravi and Mont Peyroux
4.07 mi
+702 ft
-692 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Peyrins (Drôme)
This is a short hike with the option of picnicking at the foot of the Chapelle Saint-Ange chapel, which offers superb views.
Around Mours-Saint-Eusèbe
3.73 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Mours-Saint-Eusèbe (Drôme)
A lovely walk around Mours-Saint-Eusèbe along small roads, paths and tracks, crossing the River Savasse, and discover the ponds reserved for fishing but which are also a lovely spot to sit and relax for a while.
The Bois de Suze
3.37 mi
+466 ft
-453 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Claveyson (Drôme)
Walk under the oak trees of the Bois de Suze, near Claveyson.
A forest walk to be enjoyed in hot weather.
The northern Drôme via ridges and valleys
12.68 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,850 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Avit (Drôme) (Drôme)
A hike following ridges and valleys, discovering charming villages and hamlets.
Mercurol North Circular
6.39 mi
+682 ft
-679 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mercurol (Drôme)
Circular loop of 10 km north of Mercurol, easy, ideal for a gentle return to walking. The wooded section is very pleasant. The outward journey takes you through Les Gerles and the return via Les Arbouresses before heading back down towards the village.
An unusual route through Romans-sur-Isère and Bourg-de-Péage
4.20 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Romans-sur-Isère (Drôme)
A walk that allows you to discover the heritage of Romans, stroll along the Isère, and take little-known and unusual paths to cross the town with a minimum of tarmac, and optionally take the tour of the Bois des Naix in Bourg-de-Péage.
City tour of Romans: from the banks of the Isère to the arts and crafts
4.06 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Romans-sur-Isère (Drôme)
In the town itself, discover the traditional crafts and skills of the historic centre: leatherworkers, shoemakers, fan-makers, bookbinders, luthier, jewellers, visual artists, potters, upholsterers… and a glimpse into the hat-making tradition. Out in the countryside, this walk will take you on a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Isère.
The banks of the Isère and the old town of Romans-sur-Isère
3.93 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Romans-sur-Isère (Drôme)
A short family walk to discover Romans-sur-Isère, a few more or less well-maintained Stations of the Cross, beautiful renovated buildings and the banks of the Isère.
The Dancing Rocks
6.81 mi
+925 ft
-922 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Barthélemy-de-Vals (Drôme)
In a wood near Saint Barthélémy de Vals, these rocks form a group of 51 blocks arranged in three roughly concentric circles covering nearly 6 hectares, hence the name "Cromlech de la Roche qui danse" (Dancing Rock Cromlech). Legend has it that "at the stroke of midnight on Christmas Eve, the rocks begin to dance".
Please note: see the practical information section.
La Motte-de-Galaure in Mureils
8.20 mi
+410 ft
-400 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Motte-de-Galaure (Drôme)
Walk in the Galaure valley between plains, hills, valleys and villages.
Les Feytas
9.84 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,063 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Onay (Drôme)
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.
Green walk in Bourg-de-Péage and Romans-sur-Isère
5.44 mi
+135 ft
-131 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bourg-de-Péage (Drôme)
Easy walk to get to know the towns of Bourg-de-Péage and Romans-sur-Isère better by taking the green paths (Bois des Naix and banks of the Isère in Bourg-de-Péage and the Coulée Verte and Parc François Mitterrand in Romans-sur-Isère).