• Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days
  • Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days
  • Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days
  • Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days
  • Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days
  • Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days
Vercors Massif / Isère

Immersive hike between the cliffs and ridges of the Vercors - 3 days

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In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Advance

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Vercors Massif / Isère
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    24.5 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

Suspended between sky and cliffs , the Balcon Est du Vercors unfolds spectacular trails where hiking regains its true essence. For three days , this trip immerses you in the heart of a pristine mountain range, between limestone walls , secluded alpine pastures , and panoramic ridges opening onto the vast expanse. Here, time naturally slows down, allowing for mindful walking, paced by your breath and the landscape.

From the very first steps, the unique atmosphere of the Vercors takes hold. The morning light caresses the cliffs, the deep forests offer their coolness, and the trails perched high above the landscape reveal breathtaking views of the surrounding plains. Each day's hike is designed as a harmonious progression, alternating between exposed sections, wooded crossings, and open panoramas, for total immersion in a raw and wild nature .

This hiking trip on the Eastern Balcony of the Vercors is much more than an itinerary: it is an invigorating interlude , an experience of disconnection and rejuvenation , where movement , the mountain and the energy of the landscapes come together to return to the essential.

The highlights

  • Majestic and wild landscapes
  • Healthy and delicious cuisine, local and organic, prepared on site
  • Small group of maximum 8 people
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Advance

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 7h
  • Average distance/day: 15 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1015 m
  • Average daily descent: 1015 m
  • Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band : 1 supervisor for 5 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Patricia Pidancier
Patricia Pidancier

Embark on a journey to discover the mountains, exploring their breathtaking landscapes, their elusive wildlife, their delicate flora, and the mysteries they whisper to those who know how to listen. I will guide you step by step through the Vercors and other Alpine massifs, on hikes where nature and emotion intertwine. I am delighted to offer you authentic moments, unforgettable experiences, where each step brings you a little closer to what truly matters. Join me, and let yourself be carried away by the magic of the mountains.


Florence Picquot
Florence Picquot

Florence Picquot is a practitioner in preventive nutrition and holistic health. She helps each person adapt their diet to support their health, regain lasting energy and balance, through personalized and practical guidance, combining education, enjoyment and kindness.

Management

Security

The first aid kit is the responsibility of the guide. You must bring your own personal medications.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
  • map

    From Prélenfrey to the Gite les Clarines

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 7h
    • Distance 13 km
    • Positive elevation gain 810 m
    • Negative elevation 810 m
    • Accommodation Cottage
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    After getting acquainted and sharing a welcome snack, we'll set off on our first warm-up hike. We'll join the perimeter trail by passing the Clots hut, then climb the Pas de l'Oeille to reach the Balcon Est ridge. Next, we'll head north towards the Col Vert to skirt around the Gerbier and return to our starting point. This route follows the majestic rock faces of the Balcon Est du Vercors, in a rocky, alpine setting. Then we'll head to our accommodation where we'll settle in for the next two nights. After settling in, we'll meet for a presentation about the trip.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏠 Holiday rental - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Days 1 to 2
🏠 Holiday rental - Days 1 to 2

Gîte Les Clarines

Access

Departure
Prélenfrey, Le Gua, France
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Prélenfrey, Le Gua, France
Day 3 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare SNCF de Vif
  1. Carpooling is possible between participants from this station.
  2. At Vif station , there is no direct train to Prélenfrey (the hamlet does not have a station). You will need to complete the journey by bus, taxi or private hire vehicle .
  3. Urban/regional bus : possibility of local line from Le Gua/Prélenfrey (ex line 44 of the TAG bus network serves some stops around Prélenfrey, notably "Prélenfrey Eglise" on weekdays), duration ~15-20 min depending on service and stop.
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The stay will be supervised by a mountain guide.
  2. Accommodation in guesthouses and dormitories
  3. Full board from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 3
  4. Local and/or organic cuisine, prepared on site by a naturopath or preventive nutrition practitioner

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Day 1 picnic
  3. Your race provisions
  4. Drinks and personal expenses

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

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Patrick

september 2026
Translated from French
More information on access to the gîte is needed; information is lacking.
Published on 16/09/2026

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Patrick

september 2026
Translated from French
More information on access to the gîte is needed; information is lacking.
Published on 16/09/2026
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