Our values

Water flows naturally: In the Vercors, 80 per cent of the water flows underground. In the face of recurring droughts, we urge you to ‘water-optimise’ and use water sparingly.

Getting into the habit of sorting: Every year, 10,000 tonnes of waste are processed in the region (the equivalent of the weight of the Eiffel Tower!). To reduce the carbon footprint associated with transporting this waste to the lowlands, please use our Moloks (underground bins) to sort your packaging and compost your organic waste.

Zero litter: switch to a reusable water bottle, a bento box or reusable fabric wraps so you leave nothing behind on your hikes.

Never without my bus: To ensure you can start breathing in the fresh mountain air right from the journey itself, our destination is directly accessible by public transport (regular bus services) from Grenoble railway station.

Alternative ways to get around the heart of the plateau: Leave your car behind and make the most of our network of free local shuttle buses during the season, or take the ViaVercors, the first mountain cycle and walking route linking the local towns over 55 km.

A breath of fresh air for our listed sites: To ensure the long-term protection of the most sensitive areas, we encourage alternative access routes and restrict car traffic, as at the Château Julien site.

Stars in your eyes: The Vercors has been awarded the prestigious RICE (International Dark Sky Reserve) designation. By reducing the brightness of street lighting at night, our villages protect biodiversity whilst offering you an exceptional night sky.

We’re guests here, so let’s be considerate: From Roc Cornafion to the Hauts Plateaux, you’ll be passing through fragile natural habitats. Quiet zones have been established to protect endangered species such as the black grouse.

The mountains are not an amusement park: whether you’re on foot, on skis or by bike, you must stay on the marked trails and follow the instructions of our eco-guards so as not to disturb the wildlife.