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Ridges of Grand Barry-Gaudichart from Vercheny-le-Temple
Visorando Member
10.30 mi
+2,585 ft
-2,589 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Vercheny (Drôme)
Starting from Vercheny-le-Temple (or Vercheny le Haut), a very pleasant hike along easy paths and trails, providing access to one of the ridges of the Grand Barry-Gaudichart, as well as the ruined Château du Barry. Exceptional views over the Vercors, the Baronnies and the Diois.The return route follows partly along the western slope, offering another view of the Saoû ridges, and finishes on the eastern slope via the Pas de la Bernarde, a path carved out between the rocks (no equipment required).
Barry Castle from Vercheny
7.97 mi
+1,942 ft
-1,942 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vercheny (Drôme)
A very beautiful circuit, mostly in the forest and therefore quite shaded, with a magnificent view once you reach the ruins of Barry Castle.
Tour de Pégarnier
4.76 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,270 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Espenel (Drôme)
A lovely little hike to the summit of Pégarnier, which offers magnificent views of the villages of Espenel, Vercheny and Aurel en Diois.
The promontories and summit of Cresta
4.24 mi
+2,602 ft
-2,598 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Espenel (Drôme)
A beautiful hike above the village of Espenel, providing access to the three peaks on the Cresta ridges.
Another Tour de Chabrier from Saillans
7.38 mi
+2,224 ft
-2,247 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
Variation on the classic Tour de Chabrier hike via the Col des Vallons and the Pas de la Bernarde, with a return via a tiny path overlooking the Drôme and the D93 between Saillans and Vercheny. Splendid views guaranteed over the Drôme Valley, the Massif des Trois-Becs and the Vercors.
Tour de Chabrier from Saillans to Pas de la Bernarde
8.64 mi
+2,612 ft
-2,612 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
An extension of the classic Tour de Chabrier hike, this figure-of-eight hike (with the Col des Vallons at its centre) takes you to the Pas de la Bernarde (magnificent views of the Vercors, Montagne de Glandasse and Drôme Valley on the Vercheny side) and into the Fond de Chabrier. In total, the Col des Vallons will have been explored from all four cardinal points!
Saint-Christophe and Les Trois Bornes - Pays de Saillans
Local authority8.75 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,539 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
From the lively village of Saillans with its narrow streets, arcades and fountains, passing by the turquoise blue pools of Rieussec, climb up to the Saint-Christophe Chapel. It faces the Trois Becs!
Saint-Christophe Chapel from Véronne
10.08 mi
+1,854 ft
-1,867 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Véronne (Drôme)
Alternating between trails and forest tracks, you will discover the small Saint-Christophe Chapel and its tiny cemetery, perched on the heights of Véronne in the Grand Barry Forest, as well as the Roury Forest House, all in a setting of absolute tranquillity.
The Chabrier mountain
6.08 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,726 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
Tour of the Montagne de Chabrier starting from Saillans.
Taillefer from Pontaix
12.40 mi
+2,769 ft
-2,740 ft
8h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pontaix (Drôme)
Mainly on wide tracks, this hike—which is not difficult apart from its length—takes you up to the Taillefer, offering stunning views from the Vercors to the Trois-Becs Massif with beautiful vistas over the Drôme Valley.
Le Serre Chauvière via the Col du Royet, La Fescle, the Colombe trail
12.31 mi
+3,159 ft
-3,150 ft
8h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aurel (Drôme)
On a clear day, the Serre Chauvière plateau offers a magnificent 360° panorama of the peaks of the Devoluy, Vercors, Baronnies and Diois.
The Balcon de la Colombe is a very pretty trail.
The Serre Chauvière Plateau via La Colombe, Fontcouverte and Col de Royet
10.77 mi
+2,697 ft
-2,697 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Aurel (Drôme)
On a clear day, the Serre Chauvière plateau offers a magnificent 360° panorama of the peaks of Devoluy, Vercors, Baronnies and Diois.
A major effort has been made to re-mark and clear the trails on this superb hike, which adds considerable value.
Circular loop above Aurel
2.87 mi
+682 ft
-699 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Aurel (Drôme)
A walk through the forest overlooking Aurel with views of the village.
Circular Three Passes Route from Saillans
7.76 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,368 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
This is a lovely walk, with a route that differs from the other itineraries starting from Saillans. The path takes you over three passes. You start off on the Chemin de la Clairette, then head via the Col des Beaux. The ridge walk, after the Col de Pourcheton, offers views of the Diois and the Rhône Valley. At the Col de Sauzet, you descend towards Jomare to join a wide path that leads back to the village.
Tour of the Rochers de Cresta and Auberts from Saillans
8.84 mi
+3,406 ft
-3,415 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
A beautiful but long hike around the Rochers de Cresta, with the added bonus, if you feel up to it, of climbing to the top of the ridges: breathtaking views of the Trois Becs massif, the Drôme valley, the Vercors, Glandasse, and even a glimpse of Grand Ferrand... But only do this in dry weather with very good footwear that grips well, as there are steep slopes and secure rocks...
The Chestnut Tree of Bellieux
8.67 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,594 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saillans (Drôme)
During this hike, the land of Clairette wine offers us a surprising encounter with a centuries-old chestnut tree. Standing alone at the foot of the Trois Becs and the Rocher de la Laveuse, a sign indicates its age and characteristics. One cannot help but admire this witness to history, which was most certainly a contemporary of Joan of Arc!
Cols de Chauvet, Loubières and Véronne from Pontaix
6.25 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,535 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pontaix (Drôme)
Easy hike from the pretty village of Pontaix. Ascent into the Grand Barry Forest. Descent into the Ravin des Lots. The ruins of the castle are worth visiting for the view over the Drôme, and from the village you can access the waterfalls and pools of the Ruisseau des Lots.
The Pontaix Waterfalls
1.12 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
0h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pontaix (Drôme)
This is a very short route, the main purpose of which is to explore the waterfalls and their pools, just a stone's throw from Pontaix. A short detour to the heights will allow you to see the castle ruins and enjoy views of the Drôme valley.
Montagne de Faraud from Saint-Benoît-en-Diois
10.94 mi
+3,205 ft
-3,199 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Benoit-en-Diois (Drôme)
A beautiful circular leading to a summit offering stunning views of the Vercors, Diois and Trois Becs.
Les Balcons de La Roanne - Vallée de la Roanne
7.16 mi
+2,405 ft
-2,418 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Benoit-en-Diois (Drôme)
From Saint-Benoît, a hilltop village and strategic point, climb up the paths once used by farmers through the sunny south-facing slopes. They offer breathtaking views of the Roanne Gorges.