Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy walks

An easy loop starting from a village in Dévoluy, Le Courtil. This loop can be done in the other direction (which I prefer...), offering a beautiful view of the Pic de Bure.

Pic de Bure, one of the three giants of Dévoluy, is technically the most accessible but includes a section with a cable. You will arrive in a lunar landscape, among the observatory's satellite dishes. In good weather, the view is extraordinary. There may be a few herds on the plateau. A more recent route also offers the option of starting from the Joue du Loup resort.

This is a long circular loop that takes you along the two possible hiking routes on this side of the mountain. The difficulty is mainly due to the length. The elevation gain is also significant and some passages require great care (cables).

A hike accessible to all, from 7 to 77 years old! Without difficulty, it offers a breathtaking panorama of the Champsaur valley and its bocage. The Devoluard fauna can be abundant, for the enjoyment of young and old alike! The pass road is closed during winter (check for information).

Hike at the bottom of the valley, at the foot of Pic de Bure.Le Dévoluy is known for being dry; most of the water is underground and disappears into the limestone massif! However, it does offer a few surprises, with waterfalls here and there providing a little refreshment.This route, which is accessible to all and requires no special equipment, first crosses the Bois Rond before heading into the meadows and then descending through the woods along a clear path.

A beautiful hike that first winds through the Bois Rond before climbing up into the mountain pastures. Be warned, in good weather there will not be much shade. You will climb up to the source of the Souloise. Please respect the peace and quiet of the herds and shepherds.

An 8-shaped loop that will take you through the Bois Rond before exploring two valleys and approaching the Pic de Bure rock face. You will have completed the Crête d'Âne loop.

Three pretty valleys to visit, two passes to cross (without difficulty) and, as a bonus, a breathtaking view of the Pic de Bure cliff. You will encounter sheep, marmots and chamois. Water in the pools!

This is a circular walk with no real difficulties except for the steep climb between small pass du Tat and the summit of Crête des Baumes. You can enjoy magnificent scenery for almost the entire hike.

A very beautiful hike that will take you to the foot of the famous Pic de Bure cliff and the "Desmaison" climbing route. Superb view of the Dévoluy. Please note that due to the risk of rockfalls, a prefectural decree dated 14/06/2014 prohibits access to the foot of the Bure cliffs until further notice.

The ascent of the Crête de la Plane offers superb views of the Pic de Bure and the whole of Dévoluy. The first part of the hike, up to the Col de Rabou, follows theGRP® du Tour du Dévoluy, which is very well marked. After Col de Rabou, the route is no longer marked and is off-trail. There are no particular difficulties as you follow the ridge. However, good visibility and the ability to navigate with a map and compass are required.

An exceptional view from the summit of Gicon!

This short hike takes you quickly to one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Dévoluy, offering views of the entire syncline and the peaks of Vercors Nord, Chartreuse, Taillefer and Oisans. The view towards the turquoise Sautet Lake is spectacular and, with a bit of luck, a sea of clouds will add a romantic touch to the landscape. Grouse and chamois abound on the slopes of the Gicon and can be seen if you are discreet enough.

Easy hike up to the Col de l'Aup via the Queyras ravine, below the Montagne de Faraut.

This is a very beautiful, uncrowded route leading to the splendid Tête de l'Aupet viewpoint and winding through two wild valleys where chamois and marmots take refuge. The summit offers spectacular views of its two higher neighbours, the Grand Ferrand and the Obiou, as well as the ridge connecting them and the neighbouring Vercors and Oisans massifs. Please note: the route is mainly off-trail but does not present any orientation difficulties. See § practical information.

Starting from the hamlets above St Disdier en Dévoluy, several large parallel valleys climb up towards the ridge connecting Grand Ferrand to Obiou. This hike takes you up to the Col du Douillet, just below the Petit Ferrand, via the Truchière valley, and back via the Narittes valley. As always in Dévoluy, the landscape is rocky, but the Truchière valley is quite grassy, while the Narittes valley is much more austere.