Top hikes with the most beautiful panoramas

Hiking is sacred here! Anyone who comes to Villard-Corrençon is bound to do at least a little hiking. A hike? yes! But with a great panorama as a reward? We say: yes, yes and yes!

Here’s a little tip: don’t hesitate to do the same hike at different times of the day, because between a sunrise and a sunset, our hearts sway! 🌄

1 - Le Pas de l'Oeille

If you’re part of the motivated team, head for the Pas de l’Oeille!

There are two possible itineraries: one for the more athletic, starting from Les Clots in Villard de Lans, and another where you’ll have to take the Cote 2000 gondola. This magnificent gondola will gain you a few meters in altitude (and a few drops of sweat too).

Bonus: you’re guaranteed to encounter a few marmots and/or ibexes along the way.

📍 Start: Les Clots – Villard de Lans (alternative via Cote 2000 gondola)

➡️ Distance: 14km (4.8km)

📈 Difference in altitude: +730m ( +240m)

🕐 Time: 5h (3h) Return journey

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And what do you see at the top: a magnificent panorama of Lac de Monteynard and the Trièves Vercors. Can you see the Grand Serre imperial eagle on the mountains opposite?

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2 - Le Col Vert

The Col Vert is one of the most accessible passes near Villard de Lans. It’s a must!

On this hike, you’ll get your first viewpoint at the Roybon hut, with a magnificent perspective over the mountain range. But the objective is not yet achieved, you still have to climb the 110m ascent to reach the Col.

📍 Start: Villard de Lans Tourist Office

➡️ Distance: 8.3km

📈 Difference in altitude: +716m

🕐 Time: 4h return journey

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And what do you see at the top: a spectacular view of Grenoble and the surrounding mountains!

3 - Col du Liorin

A shorter hike, but a beautiful panorama on arrival guaranteed!

From the center of the village of Corrençon en Vercors, head towards the Narce valley. After a slight climb, you’ll reach the Col du Liorin.

And what do you see at the top: panoramic views of Grande Moucherolle and the Vercors range.

📍 Departure: Corrençon en Vercors Tourist Office

➡️ Distance: 5.5km

📈 Difference in altitude: +130m

🕐 Time: 2h round trip

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And what do you see at the top: panoramic views of Grande Moucherolle and the Vercors range.

4 - Château Julien

The must-see Château Julien lookout!

Château Julien even offers 2 viewpoints for superb panoramas.

Great views for a short walk.

When you reach the parking lot, turn left across the plain. At the end, you’ll reach the first viewpoint, with a view of Grande Moucherolle.

Continue along the path to reach the belvedere. Here, you’ll enjoy a true 360° view of both the Vercors chain and the Rhône valley. With the help of the orientation table, practice recognizing the peaks 😉

📍 Start: Bois Barbu – Parking Château Julien

➡️ Distance: 1.5km

📈 Difference in altitude: +30m

🕐 Time: 45min round trip