Walks in the Drome and Vercors
We have selected some walking locations that are popular with our self guided walking holiday clients; by clicking on the image you can find more information.
Grand Pomerolle
An excellent walk along one side of the syncline, with great views south and west.
Rimon et Savel
A popular flat walk with several options to extend the circuit, with stunning views across the Diois from a thousand metres above the valley.
Vallon de Combeau
The Mecca for flower spotters, there’s everything here plus wildlife galore.
Col de Grimone
An exciting circuit west of the Diois, an alpine landscape with breathtaking views and interesting flora and fauna.
Foret de Saou
The mysterious forested area inside the perched syncline is like the land that time forgot. Easy walking or very hard if you want to climb the 3 Becs from the inside.
Col de la Bataille, Plateau d’Ambel
Walk along the edge of the Vercors plateau, an easy way to get terrific views north and south.
Col de Rousset, Plateau de Beure
Theoretically a ski resort, now with some summer activities, there are vultures galore soaring overhead, plenty of wild flowers and dramatic views.
Chironne
An interesting circuit up the old mule track near the Col de Rousset, with various options to extend the walk.
Gigors et Lozeron
A lovely undulating walk around the Gigors area, gorgeous views and many orchids in spring.
Les 3 Becs
The ‘rock’ dominates the region, it’s a terrific walk offering panoramic views towards the Rhone, Provence and the Alps, with newly renovated paths and several circuit options.
Chateau de Barry
A medium grade walk with views from the chateau ruins; you will wonder how people lived here.
Cirque d’Archiane
A sheltered circuit offering unspoilt beauty, rare orchids and wildife opportunities.
Bezaudun
A short but interesting circuit, over twenty different orchid species can be found here in May. Lovely views and easy walking.
Canyon des Gueulards
An unusual walk for the region with interesting scenery.
Ombleze - Gervanne river walk
Paddle across the Gervanne river twenty times through beautiful woodland surrounded by cliffs to reach the superb waterfall at the end.
Cresta
A big rock with excellent views.
Valcroissant
A circuit around the abbey.
Le Mont Barral
A high altitude day out.
Petit Pomerolle
As good as it’s big brother Grand Pomerolle, only shorter.
Font d’Urle
Multiple choices and all stunning; the Vercors in all it’s glory.
Roche Colombe
A circuit around the western end of the Saou syncline with terrific views.