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Vif walks
From Vif to L'Échaillon, return via Les Saillants-du-Gua.
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8.18 mi
+2,080 ft
-2,090 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Vif (Isère)
A beautiful hike, accessible in all seasons, but it is best to avoid the heat of summer. Discover the Gresse valley and the Montagne d'Uriol with its almost Mediterranean vegetation.
The Uriol ridge
4.32 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,617 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vif (Isère)
This short hike will take you to the ridge overlooking the Gresse valley and the Vif plain on one side, and the village of Saint-Paul-de-Varces on the other, with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains: Belledonne, Vercors and Chartreuse.
Le Grand Brion
10.24 mi
+2,566 ft
-2,575 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vif (Isère)
A lovely hike to enjoy in any season, offering a chance to discover the Grenoble region, the Drac Valley and the eastern cliffs of the Vercors (Pic Saint-Michel, Deux Sœurs, etc.).
Tour of the hamlets south of Vif
7.28 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,089 ft
4h 20
Easy
Departure from Vif (Isère)
After a few modifications, I am once again offering this enjoyable hike on the hillsides, which will allow you to discover unexpected aspects of the A51 motorway as well as interesting views of the eastern side of the Vercors. You will also discover small hamlets in the south of the Grenoble metropolitan area.
Le Petit Brion and the Crozet Plateau
5.78 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,260 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vif (Isère)
A short walk best saved for the off-season. This route allows you to explore this part of the southern suburbs of Grenoble, with a few views of the surrounding mountains. It is a very easy walk, following good paths that alternate between wooded and open areas.
Sommet du Pieu or Le Bémont
6.67 mi
+2,976 ft
-2,982 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Varces (Isère)
One of the most beautiful viewpoints over Grenoble, but you have to work for it – the climb is steep! Definitely avoid this route after or during rain. Walking poles are highly recommended. The difficulty of this hike is concentrated in the 300 m of elevation gain before the summit, where the slope through the undergrowth is very steep, on soft, slippery ground with only faint tracks in places. The descent is then very gradual and pleasant, which is why it’s worth taking the route in this direction.
Circular trail to the priory and waterfalls from Saint-Georges-de-Commiers
6.74 mi
+2,395 ft
-2,392 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Commiers (Isère)
A pleasant, wooded walk that takes hikers to several points of interest: the Roche Courbière viewpoint, offering stunning panoramic views of the lower Drac valley and the Vercors and Chartreuse mountain ranges, or the ruins of the Priory of Saint-Michel de Connexe. After passing a cave, the second part of the descent is refreshing and dominated by water, featuring a series of waterfalls, meandering streams and whirlpools!
The Tour du Pieu
6.54 mi
+2,054 ft
-2,077 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Varces (Isère)
This route allows you to discover the eastern slope of the Vercors as well as the view of the Gresse Valley and the massifs to the east (Taillefer, Belledonne).
The vegetation on the eastern slope of Le Pieu is very characteristic of Mediterranean regions, even though we are in the heart of the Alps.
Moderator's addition on 17/05/2021: Please note: parking problem at the start. See suggestion at the beginning of the description and the comment dated 17/05/2021
Circular route in Les Commiers and Pierre du Soleil
5.38 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,135 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Commiers (Isère)
This easy circular route between the villages of Saint-Georges-de-Commiers and Notre-Dame-de-Commiers will allow you to discover the Drac valley, the old La Mure railway line and a beautiful viewpoint at the Pierre du Soleil orientation table.
Ruins of Saint-Michel Priory by Roche Courbiere
5.32 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,319 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Commiers (Isère)
This easy hike, just outside the city, will first take you to a little-known viewpoint, La Roche Courbière, which offers a surprising view of the lower Drac valley, the Grenoble metropolitan area and the surrounding mountains such as the Vercors and the Chartreuse. The route then takes you to the ruins of the Priory of Saint-Michel de Connexe, which dates back to the 11th century.
The Isles of the Drac
4.05 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Vif (Isère)
A short walk in the Isles du Drac Nature Reserve for lovers of flora and fauna. Best done early in the morning or late in the evening to spot wildlife such as roe deer, does, foxes and herons.
Le Grand Brion from La Merlière
3.35 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,040 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vif (Isère)
This route allows you to explore, in half a day, the rather wild wooded ridge of the Grand Brion, situated between Vercors and Matheysine. Fortunately, beautiful meadows offset the austere nature of this forested massif.
Route around the Saillant du Gua, waterfall on the Champa stream
4.74 mi
+741 ft
-738 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Gua (Isère) (Isère)
A short walk suitable for all seasons, offering a chance to discover the many facets of the Grenoble conurbation. The route takes you through the village of Saillant du Gua and its numerous hamlets, the Gresse Valley and a little-known waterfall, which usually flows in spring when the snow melts.
Please note that this walk is easily accessible by public transport via TAG bus route 17; get off at the terminus.
Pic Saint-Michel via Col de l'Arc from Pré du Four
5.91 mi
+2,520 ft
-2,487 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Varces-Allières-et-Risset (Isère)
A very beautiful hike offering superb views of the Grenoble region and the Vercors from the summit.
Little wonders around the Crête des Crocs
7.65 mi
+3,757 ft
-3,750 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Varces-Allières-et-Risset (Isère)
A circular walk along old, rarely used paths, offering the chance to discover the natural wonders around the spectacular Crête des Crocs: the magnificent Arche des Crocs, the Pierre Fendue, the ‘Main’, the Rocher de l’Ours with its unique view of the Roc Cornafion, and the Crête des Crocs with its bird’s-eye view of the Col de l’Arc and the Pic Saint-Michel.
The main challenge is finding your way, as the paths are very poorly marked. Please take care; see the practical information.
Prélenfrey via the Pas de l'Échalier, from Les Petits Amieux
6.08 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,637 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Gua (Isère) (Isère)
A short half-day walk that will take you through the hamlets in the commune of Le Gua and offer some views of the Gresse Valley.
The viewpoint at Saint-Martin-de-la-Cluze at the start of the route from Les Rossinants
6.02 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,050 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-la-Cluze (Isère)
A lovely walk to do in spring or autumn, taking in the Pâquier chapel, an orientation table with a 360° view of the surrounding mountains, and passing by Pâquier Castle and the alpaca farm.