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Fancy a life-size adventure under a starry sky? Are you a fan of constellations, shooting stars and astronomy? Then a bivouac in the Vercors is for you!
Total immersion in nature, a feeling of freedom and adventure, unforgettable sunsets… And to top it all off, admire the beauty of the night sky!
The Vercors has been a designated International Dark Sky Reserve since 2023, which means you can gaze up at the stars like nowhere else.

    A night under the starry Vercors sky

    Once you’ve set up your tent and eaten your last snack, it’s time for the show!
    Lie down comfortably on the grass and let your eyes adjust to the darkness… An inky sky dotted with millions of sparkling diamonds opens up before you, with the Milky Way unfolding in all its splendour. Welcome to this little corner of paradise for star-lovers! The Vercors, designated the 5th International Dark Sky Reserve, promises unforgettable nights under a sky of breathtaking purity. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or a simple admirer of nocturnal beauty, you’re going to be amazed by this fairytale spectacle! ✨

    Tip: For an even more immersive experience, try a guided outing with Vincent, an astronomy guide.

    TOP 4 starry spots

    • Château Julien
    • Near the Carette hut
    • Lake Moucherolle
    • At the foot of Grand Veymont

    The 5 golden rules of bivouacking near Villard de Lans and Corrençon en Vercors

    – Bivouacs are permitted from 5pm to 9am,
    – Campfires are prohibited,
    – Respect the fauna and flora around you,
    – Don’t leave anything behind, take away all your rubbish and even other people’s rubbish if you need to,
    – In the Vercors Park Nature Reserve, bivouacs are only permitted near huts and GR paths.

    Hardware

    To make sure you have a good night’s sleep and have nothing but fond memories, remember to pack all the equipment you’ll need for your bivouac.

    Per person: a duvet, an inflatable mattress, warm clothes for the night, a headlamp and at least 2 litres of water per person.

    For everyone: tent, stove with gas bottle and lighter, snacks and meals, rubbish bag, Swiss Army knife, first-aid kit, survival blanket, telephone with battery and a good paper and/or digital hiking map (watch out for the battery!).

    If you’re with children, there’s nothing complicated about it, you’ll just need to carry a few extra things.

      A few places to bivouac
      • Pré des Preys lake
      • Roybon hut
      • Tête des Chaudières

        Where to bivouac?

        Bivouacs are permitted around our 2 villages and in the Vercors High Plateaux Nature Reserve. However, this is only permitted between 5pm and 9am.

        After that, it’s up to you to choose your place.

        However, we advise you to plan your bivouac location in advance. You can bivouac in one of the unguarded huts (particularly if there are no more places inside), or in one of the many flat areas.

        In the reserve: bivouacking is only permitted near the huts and GR paths.

        It is important to bivouac in a place sheltered from the wind. You should also take care to respect the flora and fauna when choosing where to pitch your tent: check that there are no herds of animals, avoid pitching your tent on a carpet of flowers, etc.

        The ideal location is:
        secure, not too high up because of the temperatures, protected from the wind and preferably in a magnificent setting 😉

        Tip: For an even more immersive experience, try the Bivouac accompanied by Vincent, an astronomy guide.

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