Vassieux-en-Vercors walks

A lovely, varied loop, alternating between tracks, trails and a few roads, with breathtaking views of Vassieux-en-Vercors and the surrounding area from the Crête des Gagères. Lots of forest sections, including a crossing of the Chaud Clapier ski resort.

Ascent to Serre Plumé in the forest, with splendid views of the Vercors peaks, from Grand Veymond to Grande Moucherolle. Descent along the ridge path, then return walk through alpine grasslands.

Hike through the forest and snow-covered meadows. Varied route, including wild trails, off-piste and cross-country ski trails, joining part of snowshoe route No. 6. Magnificent view at the Col de la Mure and over the Derbounouse meadows with their karstic caves.

A magnificent hike that subtly combines forest and meadow passages. You walk and pass easily from one path to a forest track, or vice versa, thanks to the numerous signposts. As for the views, you can choose between the entrance to the Pelouse de Bournette, the bird's eye view of the Scialets Royer, the view of the Combe de Loscence and the fabulous 360° view from the summit of Serre Plumé. This is an easy hike, with only the start of the climb to the summit of Serre Plumé reminding you that you are on a mountain hike.

From Les Cerisiers, the hike follows the GRP® Tour du Vercors Dromois, then the GR®93 to the village of Font d'Urle. The climb up to Puy de la Gagère takes you through a pretty deciduous forest. Near the village of Font d'Urle, the route takes the Sentier du Karst (not very well signposted) and climbs up to the viewpoint: the GPX track will be very useful, as there are many paths with no signposts. The hike continues along the edge of the cliff via the Pas du Follet. After a final, slightly steep climb, head back towards Puy de la Gagère to return to the starting point, following the same path in reverse. With a bit of luck, you may spot marmots and eagles on the Font d'Urle plateau, as well as sheep, cows and horses grazing in the pastures.

A snowshoe hike that allows you to discover the vast expanses characteristic of the Gagères. The plateau is often swept by the wind, which forms snowdrifts, thus modulating the landscape. Be aware that fog can roll in on this route and make the hike much more difficult. In good weather, hikers can enjoy magnificent views: a panorama of the Hauts Plateaux du Vercors mountain range and its highest peak, the Grand Veymont (2,341 metres above sea level).

A relatively easy short hike on the Font d'Urle plateau. Magnificent scenery on the Ambel plateau, the Quint valley, the Trois Becs, the Glandasse, the Vercors mountain range and the whole of southern Drôme.

This circuit on the Vercors plateau in the Drôme department provides access to a small peak overlooking the Bourne Gorges.

Enjoy a change of scenery on the rugged limestone plateau and meadows. Then take a leap into the history of the Resistance.

This snowshoe hike is impressive for the beauty of the landscapes. You will never tire of what you discover at every turn. Not recommended in bad weather as there are no landmarks to guide your return.

A very beautiful hike on the ridges of Font d'Urle: peaks of Vercors, Dévoluy, Mont Ventoux and Mont Blanc on a clear day. Beautiful panorama of the magnificent and very rugged cliffs of Font d'Urle. Please note: During the summer months, there are numerous herds and patous (shepherd dogs). Even dogs on a leash are prohibited by the department from 1 June to 30 October. Close the gates to the animal enclosures securely.

This long circular route covers the different areas of the Font d'Urle Plateau and its pastures, mainly following the ridges that connect its two extreme peaks, the Puy de la Gagère and the Serre de Montué. It allows you to visit the main sites characteristic of this karstic landscape: the karstic cave des Cloches, the Double Arche, the Grotte du Berger and the Glacière de Font d'Urle.

The Cols de Vassieux offer breathtaking views of the Marignac en Diois valley, Die, the Col du Rousset, the Glandasse, the Grand Veymont and the entire chain up to the Pic Saint-Michel above Villard-de-Lans and the Chironne rocks. Breathtaking ravines, flowers and butterflies everywhere, a marvel and, as a bonus, the passage of griffon vultures reintroduced to the region!

Out of curiosity, I mapped out this route when I discovered that a karstic cave bears the same name as me. This route winds through the Lente forest and offers beautiful views of the Vassieux en Vercors valley and the Grand Veymont. And for those with a sweet tooth, you can enjoy wild raspberries, wild strawberries and, more rarely, blueberries along the way.

Around the Sacha mountain, this snowshoe hike allows you to discover two sides of the Vercors landscape. At the Col de Carri, the landscape is forested and snow covers the entire area, giving walkers a taste of the Far North. At the Col de Maupas, the view extends over the Combe de l'Oscence and the more open environment supports lower vegetation.

This short family hike starts at the Col de Vassieux and takes you to the But de l'Aiglette via forest paths with a very moderate elevation gain. Enjoy the view of the Diois, the Route du Rousset, the Grand Veymont, and maybe even spot some vultures!