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Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey walks
La Roche de la Garde
Visorando Member
6.34 mi
+922 ft
-925 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey (Isère)
A lovely little walk, mostly through woodland. The tarmac sections are along a quiet road. The view from the Rocher de la Garde is very pleasant.
The Rocher de la Garde
3.29 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,096 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey (Isère)
A short walk through the woods starting from the Gorges de Saint-Étienne de Crossey, passing by the Rocher de la Garde and its lovely viewpoint over the western part of the Chartreuse and the eastern part of the Pays Voironnais.
From the Crossey Gorges to the Pierre Chave Bridge, a circular route
9.64 mi
+1,506 ft
-1,493 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey (Isère)
Starting from the impressive Crossey Gorges (200 m high), this double-circular route, mainly through woodland and without any technical difficulty or danger, will take you to the Tourniquet or Pont de Pierre Chave, a rather rare spiral structure where the road passes successively under and over the bridge. On the return journey, the route passes by the Rocher de la Garde, a lovely viewpoint overlooking Saint-Étienne de Crossey and the Voironnais region.
Crossey Gorges - Croix du Rocher de la Garde
2.61 mi
+741 ft
-745 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey (Isère)
This is an easy hike, except for a short acrobatic passage on the sharp limestone pavement near the cross. Beautiful view of Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey and its surroundings.
Circular from Saint-Aupre
7.53 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,591 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aupre (Isère)
A short, easy walk with some lovely views and a passage over the original Pont de Pierre Chave bridge.
Discovering Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin
3.71 mi
+318 ft
-322 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin (Isère)
An easy walk to discover the hamlets of Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin, nestled among hills, ponds and fields.
Countryside route in Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin
4.45 mi
+561 ft
-545 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin (Isère)
A short country walk between Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin and Saint-Etienne-de-Crossey.
Rochebrune
6.07 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,302 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-de-Raz (Isère)
This low peak and its twin opposite on the Vercors side, the Dent de Moirans, watch over the exit of the Isère as it flows quietly towards the Rhône and the entrance of rain and snow clouds pushed by the north winds. A remarkable viewpoint over the valleys, it is an ideal half-day walk.
The countryside and hamlets of Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin
3.97 mi
+784 ft
-781 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin (Isère)
A short family walk of around 2 hours 15 minutes in the hills above Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin, through forests, greenery, woods and rural hamlets.
In summer, the route combines shaded areas with lush greenery. In winter, it can be enjoyable in snowy conditions (consider snowshoes depending on snow conditions).
Around Baracuchet
5.23 mi
+896 ft
-886 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-de-Macherin (Isère)
A country walk to discover the hamlets and ponds around the Colline du Baracuchet.
Discovering Voiron
9.07 mi
+2,274 ft
-2,270 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Voiron (Isère)
A very beautiful route for exploring Voiron and its surroundings, with stunning views over the Grenoble valley, the Chartreuse, the Vercors and Belledone.
Notre-Dame de Vouise
5.24 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,434 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Voiron (Isère)
An easy hike to discover the statue towering above Voiron. A real treat, especially in snowy weather.
The statue of the Virgin Mary was erected in honour of the Iron Virgin of Le Puy-en-Velay. Legend has it that Bonnassieux committed suicide after sculpting the Virgin. However, he did not commit suicide and died with honours. He deliberately placed Jesus in her right arm so that he would not hide his mother's face as she blesses the town
Around La Vouise, via La Croix de Saint-Denis, La Gratonnière and Monure
7.00 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,460 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Voiron (Isère)
Mostly along forest tracks; the only difficult bit is the climb to the Croix de Saint-Denis, which is easier going the other way.Park at the La Garenne secondary school car park; the Voironnais bus route 34 also takes you there via the stadium.
Tour of the Grand Ratz plateau
4.78 mi
+804 ft
-804 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Buisse (Isère)
A beautiful loop around the Grand Ratz, passing by the Roche Brune viewpoint with its breathtaking view of the Isère valley.
