A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Nature escapeItineraries to discover a massif preserved from mass tourism, rich in an exceptional natural and historical heritage. The Vercors is a territory of vast virgin spaces that invite you to escape. Diverse and contrasting landscapes that also host an important wildlife that you will undoubtedly have the chance to meet (ibex, marmot, chamois...).
The week will start with two days of star-shaped hiking with breathtaking views of the Vercors and the valleys that surround it. Then a two-day raid in the heart of the largest Nature Reserve in mainland France, overnight at the Chaumailloux sheepfold and its view of Mont-Aiguille. A unique opportunity to spend a night an evening under the stars, immersed in nature.
A stay with a taste of adventure at the end of the world, exotic and revitalizing, ideal for letting go, for a resolutely natural break.
Departure guaranteed for 4 participants or more.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Nature escape Treat yourself to a week of hiking with breathtaking views of the Vercors Massif, including a two-day raid with a night in a bivouac or refuge and a view of Mont-Aiguille.Itineraries to discover a massif preserved from mass tourism, rich in an exceptional natural and historical heritage. The Vercors is a territory of vast virgin spaces that invite you to escape. Diverse and contrasting landscapes that also host an important wildlife that you will undoubtedly have the chance to meet (ibex, marmot, chamois...).
The week will start with two days of star-shaped hiking with breathtaking views of the Vercors and the valleys that surround it. Then a two-day raid in the heart of the largest Nature Reserve in mainland France, overnight at the Chaumailloux sheepfold and its view of Mont-Aiguille. A unique opportunity to spend a night an evening under the stars, immersed in nature.
A stay with a taste of adventure at the end of the world, exotic and revitalizing, ideal for letting go, for a resolutely natural break.
Departure guaranteed for 4 participants or more.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A site preserved from mass tourism
- Wildlife (vultures, marmot, ibex)
- The Hauts-Plateaux Nature Reserve
- Overnight stay in Chaumailloux and its view of Mont Aiguille
- “Home-made” cooking
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A site preserved from mass tourism
- Wildlife (vultures, marmot, ibex)
- The Hauts-Plateaux Nature Reserve
- Overnight stay in Chaumailloux and its view of Mont Aiguille
- “Home-made” cooking
Included
- Local transfers
- The accommodation
- The meals
- Framing
Not Included
- The drinks
- Personal expenses
- Optional insurances
- Any other supplement not included in the program
- Shuttles between the station or the airport (arrival and departure) and the site (unless you have a UCPA trip)
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1: Welcome on Sundays from 16:00 to 18:00 at the Maison de l'Aventure.
Presentation of the stay.
Presentation of the stay.
During your stay
D2: After crossing the mountain forest of Vassieux, we will hike on the ridges connecting the peaks of the goals of Saint-Genis and Aiglette.
On this itinerary, we will overlook Die and the Drôme Valley and will be able to contemplate the griffon vultures flying over the plateau.
Night at the Adventure House.
14 km of walking. Height difference: +600m/-600m.
Day 3: From the Serre Montue ridge line, we will hike with a view of the mountain pastures of the Ambel and Font d'Urle departmental reserves that we will cross. Watching for chamois and marmot, our steps will follow the majestic cliffs of the Cirque de Quint, to take us to the Grotte de la Glacière.
Night at the Adventure House.
15km of walking. Height difference: +450m/-450m
Day 4: We leave for two days on the largest nature reserve in France: the Hauts Plateaux du Vercors. Through the vast mountain pastures frequented by transhumant sheep, our first stop will take us to the Chaumailloux refuge for an evening with a breathtaking view of Mont Aiguille.
Night in a refuge or bivouac.
15km of walking. Height difference: +350m/-200m
Day 5 - The next day, we travel through the Queyrie plain and its pruned tree to Pas des Chattons. We will ride along the cliffs of Grand Veymont and its view of the Aiguillette. Return by minivan via the wild Combe de la Cive.
Night at the Adventure House.
18km of walking. Height difference: +800m/-900m
Day 6: The winding path of Pas de Saint-Martin ends with a wide ledge overlooking the cliffs of Roche Rousse and will offer us our first belvedere over the Val du Vercors. Following in the footsteps of chamois, deer and deer, we will then join the Herbouillly plain, a hotbed of resistance.
This week will end with a friendly aperitif and a tasting of Ravioles des Grands Goulets.
Night at the Adventure House.
14 km of walking. Height difference: +500m/-500m.
Night at the Adventure House.
14 km of walking. Height difference: +600m/-600m.
Day 3: From the Serre Montue ridge line, we will hike with a view of the mountain pastures of the Ambel and Font d'Urle departmental reserves that we will cross. Watching for chamois and marmot, our steps will follow the majestic cliffs of the Cirque de Quint, to take us to the Grotte de la Glacière.
Night at the Adventure House.
15km of walking. Height difference: +450m/-450m
Day 4: We leave for two days on the largest nature reserve in France: the Hauts Plateaux du Vercors. Through the vast mountain pastures frequented by transhumant sheep, our first stop will take us to the Chaumailloux refuge for an evening with a breathtaking view of Mont Aiguille.
Night in a refuge or bivouac.
15km of walking. Height difference: +350m/-200m
Day 5 - The next day, we travel through the Queyrie plain and its pruned tree to Pas des Chattons. We will ride along the cliffs of Grand Veymont and its view of the Aiguillette. Return by minivan via the wild Combe de la Cive.
Night at the Adventure House.
18km of walking. Height difference: +800m/-900m
Day 6: The winding path of Pas de Saint-Martin ends with a wide ledge overlooking the cliffs of Roche Rousse and will offer us our first belvedere over the Val du Vercors. Following in the footsteps of chamois, deer and deer, we will then join the Herbouillly plain, a hotbed of resistance.
This week will end with a friendly aperitif and a tasting of Ravioles des Grands Goulets.
Night at the Adventure House.
14 km of walking. Height difference: +500m/-500m.
Last day
Day 7: Free activity. Possibility of swimming pool in July and August, small village market or visit to the farm (Bleu du Vercors cow cheese and goat cheese.)
12:00 lunch at the Maison de l'Aventure.
End of the stay at 1.30 pm.
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
End of the stay at 1.30 pm.
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
SPOT
The Vercors Regional Natural Park
The walls of Vercors
The Vercors Massif is one of the oldest regional natural parks. It was created to protect and enhance large inhabited rural areas and develop economic activities and a sustainable social model while maintaining natural, cultural and landscape heritage, local wealth and know-how. It offers very varied landscapes, between mountains, forests, forests, canyons and plateaus, a variety that cannot be found anywhere else. An obviously ideal territory for long hikes to meet local flora and fauna in the heart of large spaces conducive to escape and recharge your batteries.
Hosting
Accommodation - Vercors large spaces
5 nights at the Maison de l'Aventure cottage in rooms of 4 (with sink, sheets and duvet).
1 night at the “Refuge des Chaumailloux” sheepfold (basic comfort, dormitory with 15 places).
At La Maison de l'Aventure, we provide meal preparation and service but we ask that you help set up and clear your table and maintain your room.
Refrigerator available.
ATM in the village (shops and services).
ABOUT THE TRIP
formalities administratives
Do not forget your valid identity card or passport, your repatriation assistance contract, and your vital card in your bag.
formalities administratives
Do not forget your valid identity card or passport, your repatriation assistance contract, and your vital card in your bag.
Address and access
You are coming by train:
Reach Valence TGV station. Then take the regular shuttle (TER Region or minivan depending on the season) from Valence TGV station to La Chapelle en Vercors.
Reach Valence TGV station. Then take the regular shuttle (TER Region or minivan depending on the season) from Valence TGV station to La Chapelle en Vercors.
Departure of the shuttle at 17:10.
At the end of the stay, departure of the shuttle at 13:30, arrival expected at 15:30 at Valence TGV station. Expect a train around 15:45.
Shuttle service to and from not included in the stay. To be booked mandatory at least 8 days in advance by email (info@maison-aventure.com) or by phone at 04 75 22 38. Roundtrip rate around €30/person to be paid on site.
Be careful, this is the only way to get to the Adventure House. It is either the TER bus Région Rhône-Alpes (SRADDA) or the minibuses of the Maison de l'Aventure, Porte des Alpes 2.
You are coming by car:
The reception will be directly at the Maison de l'Aventure (parking lot to park vehicles) in La Chapelle-en-Vercors (26420) from 16:00 to 18:00. To access La Chapelle-en-Vercors, consult the access page of the site http://maison-aventure.com/acces.php
Do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure, by email at info@maison-aventure.com or by phone at 04 75 48 22 38.
At the end of the stay, departure of the shuttle at 13:30, arrival expected at 15:30 at Valence TGV station. Expect a train around 15:45.
Shuttle service to and from not included in the stay. To be booked mandatory at least 8 days in advance by email (info@maison-aventure.com) or by phone at 04 75 22 38. Roundtrip rate around €30/person to be paid on site.
Be careful, this is the only way to get to the Adventure House. It is either the TER bus Région Rhône-Alpes (SRADDA) or the minibuses of the Maison de l'Aventure, Porte des Alpes 2.
You are coming by car:
The reception will be directly at the Maison de l'Aventure (parking lot to park vehicles) in La Chapelle-en-Vercors (26420) from 16:00 to 18:00. To access La Chapelle-en-Vercors, consult the access page of the site http://maison-aventure.com/acces.php
Do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure, by email at info@maison-aventure.com or by phone at 04 75 48 22 38.
Address and access
You are coming by train:
Reach Valence TGV station. Then take the regular shuttle (TER Region or minivan depending on the season) from Valence TGV station to La Chapelle en Vercors. Departure of the shuttle at 17:10.
At the end of the stay, departure of the shuttle at 13:30, arrival expected at 15:30 at Valence TGV station. Expect a train around 15:45.
Shuttle service to and from not included in the stay. To be booked mandatory at least 8 days in advance by email (info@maison-aventure.com) or by phone at 04 75 22 38. Roundtrip rate around €30/person to be paid on site.
Be careful, this is the only way to get to the Adventure House. It is either the TER bus Région Rhône-Alpes (SRADDA) or the minibuses of the Maison de l'Aventure, Porte des Alpes 2.
You are coming by car:
The reception will be directly at the Maison de l'Aventure (parking lot to park vehicles) in La Chapelle-en-Vercors (26420) from 16:00 to 18:00. To access La Chapelle-en-Vercors, consult the access page of the site http://maison-aventure.com/acces.php
Do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure, by email at info@maison-aventure.com or by phone at 04 75 48 22 38.
Reach Valence TGV station. Then take the regular shuttle (TER Region or minivan depending on the season) from Valence TGV station to La Chapelle en Vercors. Departure of the shuttle at 17:10.
At the end of the stay, departure of the shuttle at 13:30, arrival expected at 15:30 at Valence TGV station. Expect a train around 15:45.
Shuttle service to and from not included in the stay. To be booked mandatory at least 8 days in advance by email (info@maison-aventure.com) or by phone at 04 75 22 38. Roundtrip rate around €30/person to be paid on site.
Be careful, this is the only way to get to the Adventure House. It is either the TER bus Région Rhône-Alpes (SRADDA) or the minibuses of the Maison de l'Aventure, Porte des Alpes 2.
You are coming by car:
The reception will be directly at the Maison de l'Aventure (parking lot to park vehicles) in La Chapelle-en-Vercors (26420) from 16:00 to 18:00. To access La Chapelle-en-Vercors, consult the access page of the site http://maison-aventure.com/acces.php
Do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure, by email at info@maison-aventure.com or by phone at 04 75 48 22 38.
Equipment not included
In all cases, you keep your room at the Adventure House throughout the stay.
For eco-friendly cold meals, please bring light cutlery and a 0.7- or 1L “Tupperware” container.
For eco-friendly cold meals, please bring light cutlery and a 0.7- or 1L “Tupperware” container.
Essential personal equipment:
A 45 liter mountain backpack (with waist belt). A pair of high-top hiking boots with a vibram sole (already worn while hiking to avoid blisters). A duvet and a sleeping bag sheet (meat bag). Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, swimsuit, bath towel, light pants, sweater or fleece, pantyhose, socks, light shoes or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, bathing suit, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag, toilet paper, pocket money.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
A 45 liter mountain backpack (with waist belt). A pair of high-top hiking boots with a vibram sole (already worn while hiking to avoid blisters). A duvet and a sleeping bag sheet (meat bag). Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, swimsuit, bath towel, light pants, sweater or fleece, pantyhose, socks, light shoes or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, bathing suit, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag, toilet paper, pocket money.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
Equipment not included
In all cases, you keep your room at the Adventure House throughout the stay.
For eco-friendly cold meals, please bring light cutlery and a 0.7- or 1L “Tupperware” container.
Essential personal equipment:
A 45 liter mountain backpack (with waist belt). A pair of high-top hiking boots with a vibram sole (already worn while hiking to avoid blisters). A duvet and a sleeping bag sheet (meat bag). Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, swimsuit, bath towel, light pants, sweater or fleece, pantyhose, socks, light shoes or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, bathing suit, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag, toilet paper, pocket money.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
For eco-friendly cold meals, please bring light cutlery and a 0.7- or 1L “Tupperware” container.
Essential personal equipment:
A 45 liter mountain backpack (with waist belt). A pair of high-top hiking boots with a vibram sole (already worn while hiking to avoid blisters). A duvet and a sleeping bag sheet (meat bag). Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, T-shirt and sweatshirt, shorts, swimsuit, bath towel, light pants, sweater or fleece, pantyhose, socks, light shoes or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, bathing suit, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag or sandals, windbreaker (K-Way type), windbreaker (K-Way type), rain cape, rain cape, water bottle, plastic bottle, knife, small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag, toilet bag, toilet paper, pocket money.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
Physical intensity
Regular sportsman
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
Physical intensity
Regular sportsman
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
Level of expertise
Hike - Level 3
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day.
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day.
You are in a pure hiking trip.
Level of expertise
Hike - Level 3
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day. You are in a pure hiking trip.
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day. You are in a pure hiking trip.
Portage
Carrying level 1
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Portage
Carrying level 1
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Restauration
Everything is included and the meals are entirely made on site at the Maison de l'Aventure, we ensure the preparation of meals, the service but we ask you to help set up and clear your table
In case of a specific diet, please inform the Maison de l'Aventure by email info@maison-aventure.com
Restauration
Everything is included and the meals are entirely made on site at the Maison de l'Aventure, we ensure the preparation of meals, the service but we ask you to help set up and clear your table
In case of a specific diet, please inform the Maison de l'Aventure by email info@maison-aventure.com
In case of a specific diet, please inform the Maison de l'Aventure by email info@maison-aventure.com
Management
Each stay is led by a professional mountain guide, state-qualified, specialist in walking. Knowledge of the terrain and the environment, control of security and logistics, he will do everything possible to ensure that you make the most of your stay.
Management
Each stay is led by a professional mountain guide, state-qualified, specialist in walking. Knowledge of the terrain and the environment, control of security and logistics, he will do everything possible to ensure that you make the most of your stay.
Important information
In case of a specific diet, please notify by email.
For any questions about the program, the technical or physical level required, do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure
For any questions about the program, the technical or physical level required, do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure
email: info@maison-aventure.com, telephone on 04 75 48 22 38.
Important information
In case of a specific diet, please notify by email.
For any questions about the program, the technical or physical level required, do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure
email: info@maison-aventure.com, telephone on 04 75 48 22 38.
For any questions about the program, the technical or physical level required, do not hesitate to contact the Maison de l'Aventure
email: info@maison-aventure.com, telephone on 04 75 48 22 38.
Health and formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
Health and formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.