Description

This circuit around the village takes you to discover its various hamlets, where some old buildings have been preserved. The return journey crosses the undergrowth typical of the Vercors.

This route quickly takes you to the medieval ruins of Foirevieille Castle, where the first dwellings were established in the 13th century. A quick detour on foot offers a beautiful view of the village, which was rebuilt after the Second World War. In a rural and agricultural atmosphere, you reach the hamlets of Gagnaires, La Franconnière, and Les Aubanneaux, where some old buildings have been preserved. The last part will be in the undergrowth in the Bruyères beech forest.

Step-by-step itinerary

1

From La Chapelle-en-Vercors (alt. 885m), Place Albert Pietri, go up to the right of the church to reach The Bruyères (alt. 908m).

2

Further up, take a path on the right at the hamlet of Jallifiers. Continue until you reach a fork.

3

Turn left. Steep climb at the start. Beautiful view! Further on, turn right to reach Le Lauzet (alt. 885m).

4

Continue straight ahead until Chaberts (alt. 877m). Follow the path bordering the pastures to reach Les Chaux (alt. 868m).

5

Take the path straight ahead leading to the golf course. Cross the road and join Les Baumes (alt. 872m).

6

Turn right and walk along the golf course. Take the first path on the right through the boxwood. Reach The Roman Road (alt. 857m).

7

Go down the track to the left. Further on, cross the D178. Follow the path across the fields to reach Les Cottes (alt. 845m).

8

Continue straight on the path until you reach the Talivières (alt. 842m).

9

Turn right onto a path through the pastures. Pass by the cats (alt. 832m). Straight ahead, reach The Great Paths (alt. 828m).

10

Continue straight ahead. Cross the road. Further up, among the houses, turn left. Reach a fork.

11

Turn right at the hairpin bend to enter the undergrowth. The path leads to Mortar (alt. 871m).

12

Turn left. Climb a bumpy path through the forest. At the top, take a track on the right until you reach Rea Biquet (alt. 895m).

13

Turn left, then first right. Follow the signs through the narrow streets of La Chapelle-en-Vercors to return to the starting point.

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