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Flowering alpine meadow with mountain scenery in the background

Nature paradise of Vercors

Mountain beauty as far as the eye can see

8 Days / 7 Nights
Mountain Hiking
Flowering alpine meadow with mountain scenery in the background

The essentials at a glance

Explore the Vercors Natural Park on this loop hiking tour through northern Vercors. Hike through gentle landscapes, ascend Col de l'Arc and Moucherotte peak with panoramic views of seven Alpine mountain ranges and Mont Blanc. Discover the gorges of Bruyant and Bourne, visit the abandoned settlement of Valchevrière, and traverse the beautiful Herbouilly plain. Daily hikes average 15-19 km with 520-650m ascent. Technically easy mountain hiking requiring good fitness and sure-footedness.

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In the largest regional park in France, you will hike on a plateau over wide valleys, through magnificent mixed forests with pines, spruces, maples and beeches, interrupted by clearings with fantastic panoramic views. The landscape of the low mountain range is incredibly varied: white limestone rocks, through which deep, dark gorges have been dug over the centuries, and a bit higher lies the high plateau with sheep pastures and mountain meadows. The climate is ideal for hiking, the flora and fauna are lush and the air is pure and clear. Each season offers special highlights in Vercors: from May to July the sparkling spring with clear mountain streams, the fresh green of the forests and meadows and the endless variety of flowers and plants... in August the full, ripe summer, the yellow gentian, the purple shimmering willow roses and raspberries and wild strawberries everywhere! Autumn is the absolute crowning glory: the forests shimmer purple, gold and bronze, decorated with the dark green of the spruces. A real feast for the eyes!

From Lans en Vercors, the route takes you via the Molière alpine pasture to Autrans. This is followed by a circular walk at Bec de l'Orient and on the Plateau de Gève. Later you hike from Autrans to Méaudre and over the Pass La Croix Chabaud to Bois Barbu. The circular hike through the abandoned settlement of Valchevrière and the plain of Herbouilly is also wonderful. From Bois Barbu, you trek back to Lans en Vercors. From there, more circular hikes await you before your hiking holiday ends.

  • Valchevrière: A historic village ruin in the Rhône-Alpes region. The hamlet was once inhabited by farmers and shepherds before it was destroyed in an attack. Only the chapel remains standing.
  • Des Col de l'Arc: The beautiful pass is easy to climb and offers excellent views of the Belledonne and L'Oisans mountains.
  • Moucherotte: The climb to this famous peak is well worth it. From an altitude of 1,901 metres above sea level, a magnificent view opens over the Isère valley, Grenoble and the Alps.
  • Gorges of Bruyant: You should definitely visit this fascinating place if you love mystical natural spectacles. Feel the energy of the mountain stream and the rushing waterfall.

This hiking holiday is suitable for both beginners and experienced hikers, as you can choose between easy or difficult routes each day. The daily hikes take up to seven hours, so a good basic level of fitness is recommended. Some sections require surefootedness.

Itinerary at a glance

Climb the Col de l'Arc and the Moucherotte and enjoy the magnificent mountain panoramas! Rushing water accompanies you through the gorges of Bruyant and in Valchevrière you will be touched by the eventful history.
Day
01

Arrival in Lans en Vercors

You will hike through the gentle landscape of the northern Vercors, over the "Pas de Bellecombe", "Pas de l'Ours" and "Charande" to the Molière Alp, from where you will have a magnificent view of seven mountain ranges of the Alps and Mont Blanc. Magnificent descent to Autrans.

Ascent on the long-distance hiking trail GR 9 to the "Signal de Nave", which offers a magnificent panorama. There, you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire Isère valley, the mountains of the "Chartreuse" and the "Massif Central". The route continues past the "Bec de l'Orient", over the "Pas de la Clé". The descent to Autrans is at the mountain hut "Geve", through the gorge "combe des Mortes" back to the village center.

You will cross the "Claret" and its forested hills from Autrans to Méaudre. Then you go up to the small settlement of "Girauds", from where you hike up to the pass "La Croix Chabaud", through a hunting area for chamois, deer and roe deer. You will hike through the gorge of the "Bourne" and further to the Bois Barbu.

A wonderful hike that will take you in the circle of Bois Barbu through the abandoned settlement of "Valchevrière" and the beautiful plain of "Herbouilly". After a short climb to the "Pas de la Sambue", you will hike back down towards Fleur du Roy. Back to Bois Barbu, you will pass through the village of Corrençon and the pass of Liorin, a heritage village with many tourist attractions.

Short transfer to the hamlet of "Conversaria". From there you will hike on the beautiful path "Gobert", over the Col de l'Arc to Lans en Vercors. A beautiful path awaits you with magnificent views of the plateau of Villard de Lans, through the typical flora and fauna of the Vercors. From the pass "des Col de l'Arc", which is easy to climb, you will have a splendid view of the neighboring mountains "Belledonne" and "l'Oisans". If you still have strength and desire, you can enjoy another fantastic panoramic view of the entire Alps and the Vercors from the Pic St. Michel.

Climb the peak "Moucherotte" and enjoy a magnificent view of the valley of Lans en Vercors and Villard de Lans. On the other side, the "East Balcony" and the plateau of Vercors. Another option is to explore the gorges of "Bruyant". You walk north through the valley of Lans en Vercors and descend through the gorges along the mountain stream and waterfall. The return to Lans en Vercors is via the "Pas des Danois".

Day
08

Departure or extension

Itinerary at a glance

Climb the Col de l'Arc and the Moucherotte and enjoy the magnificent mountain panoramas! Rushing water accompanies you through the gorges of Bruyant and in Valchevrière you will be touched by the eventful history.
Day
01

Arrival in Lans en Vercors

You will hike through the gentle landscape of the northern Vercors, over the "Pas de Bellecombe", "Pas de l'Ours" and "Charande" to the Molière Alp, from where you will have a magnificent view of seven mountain ranges of the Alps and Mont Blanc. Magnificent descent to Autrans.

Ascent on the long-distance hiking trail GR 9 to the "Signal de Nave", which offers a magnificent panorama. There, you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire Isère valley, the mountains of the "Chartreuse" and the "Massif Central". The route continues past the "Bec de l'Orient", over the "Pas de la Clé". The descent to Autrans is at the mountain hut "Geve", through the gorge "combe des Mortes" back to the village center.

You will cross the "Claret" and its forested hills from Autrans to Méaudre. Then you go up to the small settlement of "Girauds", from where you hike up to the pass "La Croix Chabaud", through a hunting area for chamois, deer and roe deer. You will hike through the gorge of the "Bourne" and further to the Bois Barbu.

A wonderful hike that will take you in the circle of Bois Barbu through the abandoned settlement of "Valchevrière" and the beautiful plain of "Herbouilly". After a short climb to the "Pas de la Sambue", you will hike back down towards Fleur du Roy. Back to Bois Barbu, you will pass through the village of Corrençon and the pass of Liorin, a heritage village with many tourist attractions.

A short transfer to the hamlet of “Conversaria.” From Machiret, you hike across meadows via the Col de l’Arc to Lans. The Col de l’Arc is a beautiful, easy-to-hike pass that offers breathtaking views of Belledonne and Oisans. Alternatively, you can hike over the Col de l’Arc via a steep ascent on the “Gobert” trail. A beautiful trail with magnificent views of the plateau. If you still have the energy and desire, you can enjoy another stunning panoramic view of the entire Alps and the Vercors from Pic St Michel.

Climb the peak "Moucherotte" and enjoy a magnificent view of the valley of Lans en Vercors and Villard de Lans. On the other side, the "East Balcony" and the plateau of Vercors. Another option is to explore the gorges of "Bruyant". You walk north through the valley of Lans en Vercors and descend through the gorges along the mountain stream and waterfall. The return to Lans en Vercors is via the "Pas des Danois".

Day
08

Departure or extension

Difficulty level

Mountain Hiking

Technically easy tour, but for the day hikes up to 6 hours you should be in good physical condition. In some sections surefootedness is required. You will mostly hike on hiking trails. Every day you can decide whether you wish to do an easy or more difficult tour.

Difficulty level

Mountain Hiking

Technical easy tour, although you should be in a good shape for the daily tours up to 7 hours. In parts sure-footedness is necessary. You walk mainly on walking paths. You can decide every day if you want to do an easy or difficult tour.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accomomodation in nice 2** and 3*** hotels (French classification)
  • Breakfast
  • 7 dinners
  • Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage per person)
  • Transfers according to program
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Tourist tax, if due, is included in the price
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Printed route book, per room EUR 30
  • 6 lunch packages, costs EUR 125 per person, reservation required, payable in advance.

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Train journey to Grenoble (www.sncf.com) and by bus in about 1 hour to Lans en Vercors. Or travel by cab, approx. EUR 130 per trip (holiday approx. EUR 165 per trip).
  • Lyon or Geneva airport and from there by bus in about 1 hour from Lyon and in about 2 hours from Geneva to Grenoble train station.
  • Parking: free hotel parking spaces.

Things to note

  • Minimum number of participants: 2 people

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accomomodation in 2** and 3*** hotels (French classification)
  • Breakfast
  • 7 dinners
  • Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage per person)
  • Transfers according to program
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Tourist tax, if due, is included in the price
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Printed route book, per room EUR 30
  • 6 lunch packages, costs EUR 125 per person, reservation necessary, to be paid for in advance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Train ride to Grenoble (www.sncf.com) and by bus in about 1 hour to Lans en Vercors. Or travel by cab, approx. EUR 130 per ride (holiday approx. EUR 165 per ride)
  • Lyon or Geneva airport and from there by bus in about 1 hour from Lyon and in about 2 hours from Geneva to Grenoble train station
  • Parking: free hotel parking spaces

Things to note

  • Minimum number of participants: 2 persons

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