Souloise (rivière) walks

A pleasant walk, accessible to all, where you can take your children along, under supervision of course.The trickier sections are protected. Take your time.Enjoy the view of the crushing foothills of Dévoluy and discover an unusual phenomenon: the resurgent source of Haute Gillarde and its confluence with La Souloise.

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.

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.

This hike is a classic. It will first take you over modest heights offering beautiful panoramic views of the Dévoluy valley and its mountain backdrop, then through a small but nonetheless spectacular gorge, all around the pretty village of Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoly.

A walk along the valley floor, at the foot of the Pic de Bure.Le Dévoluy is known for being dry; the vast majority of the water is underground and seeps away into the limestone massif! However, it does offer a few surprises, with waterfalls here and there providing a touch of coolness.This route, accessible to all and requiring no special equipment, first crosses the Bois Rond before heading towards the meadows and then descending through the woods along a clearly marked path, designated GRP® in 2026.

On the border between Dévoluy (Hautes-Alpes) and Isère, a lovely circular route along the Souloise where you’ll discover the Gillardes resurgences, look out over the Défilé de l’Infernet and cross a footbridge...

Starting from La Joue du Loup, head for Les Crêtes de Baumes on an easy hike offering magnificent views of the Dévoluy range, the Gicon, the Farraut range and the Pic de Bure.

End of June 2025: A few changes!!! The GR® route between Le Barry and La Bergerie is currently being modified… it’s “more or less” marked out, on the right bank of the (dry) stream, but not signposted.Before La Bergerie, at the wooden post, where there are no markings, take the small path leading off to the right. It has been cleared, with the low branches cut back, but it is not (yet) signposted. It runs close to the road and goes round La Bergerie and the sheep pens. When you reach the road, another post marks a path that climbs to the left and joins the GR®, below the Col de la Saume. A beautiful pyramid that can be spotted from afar.A long walk, without any real difficulty, offering plenty of variety: water, woodland, mountain pastures and herds, a small summit, villages – something to delight everyone. Panoramic views over the Champsaur, the Écrins and, of course, the Dévoluy.

A walk that takes you through the forests of the Dévoluy, past sheepfolds and flocks, then up along the local stream.

This magnificent walk, which is easy and accessible to all, immerses you in the heart of lush, unspoilt countryside, where the tumult of the bubbling waters of the Souloise carries you away into a damp and invigorating world. Passing through the old hamlet of Pellafol, nestled in the heart of wild and peaceful countryside, will fill you with wonder and transport you to a soothing world. A perfect adventure for young and old alike, ideal for reconnecting with nature or sharing precious moments with the family.

Mainly along ridges and through woodland, this route offers breathtaking views of the Dévoluy. The valley and hamlets, the Pic de Bure and its plateau, the Obiou massif and the Montagne de Faraut, emerging at every bend, will take your breath away.

A good walk to warm up or test your fitness. It takes you past some of the Dévoluy’s sights: the ruins of Malmort, the Puy des Bans, climbing and via ferrata sites, and the Giant Cairn. No particular difficulties, apart from a tricky section with a handrail and small footbridges – which are optional – to access and exit the Puy des Bans and head back up towards a small pass.

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.

A good hike to warm up or test your limits. It takes you past a few points of interest and hamlets in the Dévoluy: Puits des Bans, Le Collet, Le Courtil… No particular difficulties, apart from a tricky section with a handrail and small footbridges – which are optional – to access and exit the Puits des Bans and begin the climb up to Le Collet.

This route takes you through forest and undergrowth for a long time, protecting you from the heat and any wind, and leads you to the foot of the Obiou. The 1,500 metres before the pass are on a wide track, exposed to the sun.The path is obvious, marked in yellow at the start, then in yellow and red (GRP®). The markings help you avoid taking the wrong path or trail, of which there are many on this route.Cows and vultures await you at the pass. The small additional loop offers a panoramic view of the turquoise waters of Lac du Sautet and the Trièves region, with Lac de Monteynard. (However, you can limit yourself to a return trip to the pass, which is 300 metres less in altitude). Take the opportunity to admire the Défilé de la Souloise and the Paroi des Voutes. In the distance, the Pic de Bure shows off its characteristic silhouette.