Couple avec enfant marchant dans une prairie avec le Grand Veymont en arrière planCyril Crespeau
Famille qui s'est posée dans l'herbe pendant la randonnéeCyril Crespeau
Point de vue sur les montagnes du Vercors et des tables d'orientationCyril Crespeau
Le bois du LoupC. Crespeau
Le bois du LoupC. Crespeau

Description

A perfect trail for families, with the opportunity to discover different mountain environments, including crossing a magnificent beech forest. The view from the ridges is superb, with the opportunity to admire the flight of vultures.

This walk offers an immersive experience in the heart of the iconic landscapes of the Vercors and reveals the full diversity of its natural spaces. The trail winds through a beautiful beech forest before reaching the impressive rock faces that define the massif's character. Further on, vast alpine pastures provide grazing land for herds and open spaces where abundant flora flourishes, while the numerous anthills offer plenty of opportunities for observation for the more curious.

Throughout the route, the panoramas gradually unfold, rewarding hikers with magnificent views of the surrounding landscape. With a bit of luck, you might also spot vultures soaring above the cliffs, taking advantage of the thermals in a truly captivating spectacle.

Thanks to easy access via the resort's chairlift, this outing is ideal for a family outing. Trail running enthusiasts can also enjoy this route, an excellent opportunity to try this sport in a stunning setting.

Updated on 11/09/2026 - Report a change: info@vercorsdrome.com

Step-by-step itinerary

1

Access to the starting point from the bottom of the resort by taking the chairlift. From the top of the chairlift (alt. 1500m) , quickly leave the alpine ski slopes to the right, going uphill slightly towards the picnic tables and then the Collet de Sapiau.

2

Once you reach the Collet de Sapiau (1510m altitude), enjoy the magnificent panorama by following the ridges. Climb up to the But de Sapiau.

3

Then, the route follows the ridge line for a few dozen meters before plunging to the left (at a post) to reach and cross a good part of the Bois Rond.

4

In this one, the route goes to the right then crosses meadows to reach the chairlift, passing to the left of the snow barriers.

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