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Valence (Drôme) walks
The Chemin des Canaux and old Valence
Visorando Member 
4.62 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Valence (Drôme) (Drôme)
This route allows you to discover Valencia and its few, often overlooked canals. It offers an alternation of urban and bucolic atmospheres that is accessible to all.
The Voie Bleue towards Châteaubourg
Visorando Member 
10.52 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Guilherand-Granges (Ardèche)
A path along the Rhône to be explored on foot or by bicycle, discovering the heritage and natural environments.
The tour of the two bridges at Guilherand-Granges
Visorando Member 4.76 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Guilherand-Granges (Ardèche)
A short, very easy walk along the banks of the Rhône, first on the Ardèche side and then on the Drôme side.
The two banks of the Rhône between Drôme and Ardèche.
Visorando Member 
33.03 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Valence (Drôme) (Drôme)
Here is a lovely, long cycle ride from Port de l’Épervière to Valence, taking you through Portes-Lès-Valence, Les Petits Robins and the confluence of the Drôme. Then, on the Ardèche side, La Voulte-sur-Rhône, Beauchastel, Charme-sur-Rhône, Soyons and back to the port via the Pont des Lônes.
Along the Rhône between Bourg-lès-Valence and La Roche-de-Glun
Visorando Member 
14.92 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Bourg-lès-Valence (Drôme)
Mountain bike or hybrid bike ride between Bourg-lès-Valence and La Roche-de-Glun, via the Voie Verte and wide paths along the Rhône.
Circular route along the banks of the Rhône and the Soyons ridges
Visorando Member 8.40 mi
+886 ft
-873 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soyons (Ardèche)
A varied route offering beautiful views of the Rhône valley, the Vercors massif and Toulaud.
The banks of the Rhône and the Port de l’Épervière in Valence
Visorando Member 
3.76 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Valence (Drôme) (Drôme)
A family walk along the banks of the Rhône, which can be combined with a tour of Valence.
In the Massif de Crussol
Visorando Member 
4.33 mi
+827 ft
-853 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A ride on the peaks of the Massif de Crussol, 20 minutes from Valencia via the castle.
Forest, ridges and castle on the Montagne de Crussol
Visorando Member 
3.70 mi
+728 ft
-709 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
This accessible circular route promises a total immersion in a unique environment as you explore the Montagne de Crussol, passing through the forest, the ridges and the ruined castle. It offers breathtaking views of the Rhône Valley, the Vercors and much more.
From the banks of the Mialan to the balconies of Crussol
Visorando Member 5.40 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,125 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A very pleasant short walk starting from the station, which first takes us to the centre of Saint-Péray, then to the left bank of the Mialan, then along country lanes and finally along the balcony path beneath the Crussol ridges.
The Crussol ridges return through the undergrowth from Saint-Peray
Visorando Member 
6.54 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,302 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A very beautiful route, almost entirely on trails with varied scenery between ridges and undergrowth, on a route that takes few roads and forest paths.
The Crussol ledges at Saint-Péray
Visorando Member 5.33 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,024 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A pleasant little walk around the Crussol site. First, a balcony path on the Guilherand-Granges side with views of the Rhône Valley, the Vercors, the Diois and beyond, then on the return journey a balcony path on the Ruisseau du Miallan side with views of the Ardèche, Saint-Péray and its vineyards.
A word of advice: download the GPX track – there are a multitude of paths branching off on both sides along the route.
The three castles of Saint-Péray
Visorando Member 2.49 mi
+823 ft
-823 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A circular loop around the Crussol massif, passing by the three castles in the commune of Saint-Péray. Its main attraction is the quick ascent to the Crussol ridge, offering views of the Rhône valley and Crussol Castle from above on the south side. The route takes an hour to walk, but feel free to allow twice that time to enjoy the sites you pass through at your leisure.
The hills of Bourg-lès-Valence
Visorando Member 3.38 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Bourg-lès-Valence (Drôme)
A pleasant route that takes you past the Château de l’Amirale de Joybert, the Chanalets golf course and the Manoir de Genas, a historic 14th-century residence.
Tour du Mialan in Saint-Peray
Visorando Member 
2.74 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A short, leisurely stroll along the Mialan, to enjoy the views of Crussol Mountain, its castle, the vineyards, and above all the stream, which flows in autumn and winter but is dry at other times.
This is a classic Sunday afternoon walk for all residents of Saint-Perolles.
In the vineyards of Saint-Péray
Visorando Member 
6.53 mi
+1,007 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
This walk will take you past the vineyards that produce the famous Saint-Péray wine. You’ll be right up close to the Marsanne and Roussane vines, trained on stakes. This route also offers beautiful views of the town of Saint-Péray, Crussol Hill and its castle, as well as the Vercors in the distance.
The Château de Crussol and its ridges
Visorando Member 
6.12 mi
+892 ft
-879 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
Explore the ruins of La Villette and Crussol Castle, followed by a long walk along the ridges offering views of the Rhône valley and the Vercors.
On the heights of Saint-Peray
Visorando Member 
8.20 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,719 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
Walk in the hills above Saint-Peray, passing through the Cornas vineyards, the meadows of Saint-Romain and the woods of Saint-Péray.
La Légre via Les Blaches from Saint-Péray
Visorando Member 5.17 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,020 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
A short walk in the Bois des Blaches along the Ruisseau du Saveyre, then up to the heights in the middle of the vineyards, first in Saint-Péray, then in Cornas. Return via the track linking Cornas to Saint-Péray. Please note that due to roadworks on the St Péray bypass, the return journey between points 10 and 11 is temporarily impossible. Continue along the D 86 on the footpath and cycle path to reach point 11 directly.
La Roche Percée in Cornas from Saint-Péray
Visorando Member 
7.21 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,375 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
Starting from Saint-Péray, another way to explore the Roche Percée des Arlettes in Cornas. A walk offering numerous panoramic views of Crussol Castle, the Rhône Valley, the Vercors, the Trois Becs and as far as the Diois, plus the magnificent vineyards of Saint-Péray and Cornas.
Circular between Saint-Péray and Cornas
Visorando Member 5.51 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Péray (Ardèche)
An easy hike between the plains of Saint-Péray and Cornas. We quickly move from the town to the countryside.
The path along the railway line between St-Péray and Cornas is no longer accessible due to work on the St-Péray bypass.At (2), follow the D86 towards Cornas, then take the first street on your right after the Cornas petrol station to reach the level crossing (between 3 and 4).
La Roche Percée des Arlettes, starting from Cornas
Visorando Member 
8.88 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,565 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cornas (Ardèche)
This walk is a variation on the Cornas la Borne route. The first section offers a lovely walk above the Cornas vineyards, returning via familiar paths between (6) and (12) on the other route. The second variation involves the descent to the village of Cornas.
Guercy Greenhouse, Soyons Leaning Tower via Nero's Cave
Visorando Member 
1.17 mi
+528 ft
-502 ft
1h 00
Moderate
Departure from Soyons (Ardèche)
This walk allows you to explore caves (admission fee), then enjoy a magnificent view from the Serre de Guercy and see a feudal ruin, the Tour Penchée, built on an ancient Gallic oppidum.
Nero's Cave in Soyons
Visorando Member 
4.27 mi
+722 ft
-715 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Soyons (Ardèche)
A family walk that takes you along the peaceful but wild banks of the Rhône to the Malpas plateau overlooking the town of Soyons.
From Cornas to La Borne
Visorando Member 
9.78 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,617 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Cornas (Ardèche)
A walk in the hills above Cornas, offering typical Ardèche scenery. We pass from vineyards to ravines.Route change November 2022.
Tour of the Gotheron woods
Association / Club / Walk leader 6.20 mi
+285 ft
-282 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence (Drôme)
A balanced hike combining dirt tracks and small roads, taking you from the town hall of Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence to the plateau, surrounded by fields and fruit trees around the INRA estate in Gotheron. Beautiful views of the Ardèche and Vercors.
Circular of hamlets and chapels starting from Cornas
Visorando Member 
9.21 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,699 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Cornas (Ardèche)
Starting from the Eygas plateau in Cornas, we climb to Saint-Romain-de-Lerps with a magnificent view of the Rhône valley and, in good weather, from Mont Ventoux to Mont Blanc via the Vercors and the Ecrins.Along the route, you’ll pass the chapels of Saint-Pierre and Le Pic, as well as a host of small hamlets. See Practical Information.
The return route has been altered due to a new road closure.
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