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The majestic Vercors mountains, lined with clouds and surrounded by lush green forests.
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Majestic mountains and verdant slopes, an invitation to adventure in the Vercors.
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A charming cabin in the heart of nature, surrounded by rocks and lush green meadows.
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Panoramic view of the Vercors High Plateaux, between mountains and green mountain pastures.
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A majestic panorama of the Vercors High Plateaux, with a bewitching fog that invites you to escape.
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Panoramic views of the Vercors High Plateaux, lush green peaks and peaceful valleys, an invitation to adventure.
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Imposing cliffs set against lush green plateaux, under a brilliant blue sky, an invitation to adventure.
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Hiker contemplating the majestic misty cliffs of the Vercors High Plateaux.
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Spectacular panorama of the Vercors High Plateaux, between majestic mountains and blue skies.
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Cosy rooms with colourful checked beds, perfect for a stay in the Hauts Plateaux.
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Wild goats on the misty ridges of the Vercors, between mountainous landscapes and verdant forest.
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Two hikers climb a golden ridge with majestic mountains in the background.
A wooden chalet set in a landscape of lush green mountains, an invitation to adventure in nature.
A majestic peak rising out of the mist, surrounded by lush green forests and peaceful mountain pastures.
The majestic Vercors mountains, lined with clouds and surrounded by lush green forests.
A vast green meadow with horses, majestic mountains in the background and a serene sky.
Charming stone house with red shutters, overlooking the Vercors mountains.
Hikers in the Hauts Plateaux of the Vercors, green landscapes and cloudy skies inviting adventure.
Majestic mountains and verdant slopes, an invitation to adventure in the Vercors.
Mountain sheep amid the lush green pastures of the Vercors, an invitation to adventure.
A charming cabin in the heart of nature, surrounded by rocks and lush green meadows.
Panoramic view of the Vercors High Plateaux, between mountains and green mountain pastures.
A majestic panorama of the Vercors High Plateaux, with a bewitching fog that invites you to escape.
Panoramic views of the Vercors High Plateaux, lush green peaks and peaceful valleys, an invitation to adventure.
Imposing cliffs set against lush green plateaux, under a brilliant blue sky, an invitation to adventure.
Hiker contemplating the majestic misty cliffs of the Vercors High Plateaux.
A hiker on a rocky path, surrounded by greenery, ready for adventure in the Vercors.
Spectacular panorama of the Vercors High Plateaux, between majestic mountains and blue skies.
Cosy rooms with colourful checked beds, perfect for a stay in the Hauts Plateaux.
Wild goats on the misty ridges of the Vercors, between mountainous landscapes and verdant forest.
Hiking

Wild trek across the Hauts plateaux du Vercors

May to September
4 days| 3 nights
Level 2
Eco-score 4/5

What you will experience

Spend the night at the Chaumailloux sheepfold, facing the "Mont Inaccessible": a legendary hut perched in the heart of France's largest nature reserve.
Cross the ridges and mountain pastures of Jiboui, with panoramic views of Dévoluy and the breathtaking cliffs of the Vercors.
Hike among the lavender fields and sheepfolds of Tussac, where chamois rub shoulders with griffon vultures and bearded vultures.
Climb the ridges of the Tête Chevalière at sunrise, before heading back down to the Combeau valley, eyes still full of the Vercors plateaux.

Itinerary

  1. DAY1/ 4
    • D- - 950D-·950m
    • D+ - 550D+·550m
    • Accommodation - GîteAccommodation·Gîte
    • Activity time - 5hActivity time·5h
    • Distance - 12Distance·12km

    Meet at 9.30am at the Col de Menée to reach the starting point of our adventure. We set off with a light pack, for a first day among the ridges and mountain pastures of Jiboui and La Leirie. From up here, the view opens up widely onto the Vercors and Dévoluy massifs, an imposing setting steeped in history. A first ascent takes us to the summit of Mont Barral, offering a 360-degree panorama.


    The descent takes us through beech forests and alpine meadows, along the bucolic Sareymond stream.


    Once our first day is over, a short transfer takes us to the Bénevise gîte, a peaceful refuge in the heart of the Diois, ideal for resting. We'll stay here for 2 nights.

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The guides who will lead your adventure

Guide Christelle - Mountain leader (AMM)

Christelle

Mountain leader (AMM)
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EnglishEnglish
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A mountain leader, anthropologist and scientific and social mediator, Christelle leaps happily from one group to the next to discover everyone's world and share her enthusiasm for the high peaks and little lost paradises that she loves so much. She'll be delighted to accompany you as you discover the local fauna, flora, culture and history.

What's included in the price

Included

Guiding: You will be guided by a qualified mountain leader.
Accommodation: 2 nights in a gîte for comfort after the walk and 1 night in an isolated hut facing Mont Aiguille.
Meals: All meals are included from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 4, except for the picnic on the first day, which you must provide yourself. Dinners are taken in the accommodation or prepared together in Chaumailloux.
Collective equipment: Loan of cooking equipment and logistics for the night in the hut (stove, collective crockery, etc.).

Not included

Transport to and from the meeting point.
Picnic lunch on Day 1.
Any personal expenses.
Anything not explicitly mentioned in the "What's included" section.

What level to expect?

Level 2
Participants must be at least 18 years old

WHO IS THIS FOR?

This trip is for anyone who wants to experience their first touring hike in the great outdoors, between forests, wild plateaux and nights in gîtes and sheepfolds.


You're at the right level if:

  • You'll be able to walk around 5 hours a day, with 600 to 800 m of ascent
  • You want to experience your first itinerary in the great outdoors, between forests, wild plateaux and nights in gîtes and sheepfolds
  • You don't need any previous experience of touring, but you're comfortable with effort and keen to test your limits gently
  • You'll carry a light pack for the first two days, then a slightly fuller one for the following two days for the self-sufficient night at the Chaumailloux sheepfold (night gear and the group's food) — a gentle, gradual way to discover multi-day trekking without carrying everything at once
  • You're ready to disconnect from everyday life, walk to the rhythm of the mountains and share convivial evenings in the accommodation

Getting there

Start · 09h30

Col de Menée

End · 16h00

Col de Menée

Transport

By train

By train

Want to skip the traffic and travel stress-free? The train is your ally. You can take the train to Clelles, via Lyon Part-Dieu and Grenoble:

  • Departure station > Lyon Part-Dieu
  • Lyon Part-Dieu > Grenoble (1h23)
  • Grenoble > Clelles - Mens (1h03)

From there, you can ask your fellow adventurers or your guide to drive to pick you up at the Col de Menée, the expedition's meeting point.

By car

By car

Prefer the freedom of a road trip?

You can drive straight to the Col de Menée car park, the expedition's meeting point, where you can leave your vehicle.

Do consider carpooling: a WhatsApp group will be set up 10 days before departure so you can organise this with the other participants.

How to register

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Step 1

Choose your departure date and number of participants

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Step 2

Book online by paying a deposit or the full amount directly. It is also possible to book by telephone by calling +32 460 25 61 85 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm).
  • If the minimum number of participants is reached, departure is confirmed!
  • If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we will give you a full refund.
Departure is confirmed 15 days in advance for adventures lasting more than 4 days. Departure is confirmed 7 days prior for adventures lasting less than 4 days.
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Step 3

In the case of a deposit, the remaining amount will be debited from your account before departure.

Your reviews

The opinions of our participants who have placed their trust in us

4.5/ 5 · based on 5 reviews
Magnifique trek aux paysages époustouflants! Notre guide Christelle était très expérimentée sur tout et aux petits soins pour nous. Une belle découverte de la rando itinérante, je me suis habitué au dénivelé quotidien et au sac à dos de 10kg dès le deuxième jour.
C etait tout simplement parfait ! Christelle est une super guide : on a appris tant de choses sur les fleurs,les animaux,la montagne, on a même appris à utiliser une boussole…on a suivi les empreintes , on a vu plein d animaux (vautours, marmottes,chamois, bouquetins) on a beaucoup rit aussi ! Le groupe etait super et on a eu du très beau temps ! Je repartirai avec Christelle, c est sur ! J ai encore tant de choses à voir dans le vercors 😁
Guide très agréable, à l écoute des désirs et des aptitudes des participants. Refuge, accueil très sympathique, repas de qualité et très savoureux. Belle experience. Merci
Absolument ravie d’être passée par Wildhartt pour ma première expérience de trek/bivouak ! Notre guide Thomas était top, l’organisation parfaite (matériel, repas, logistique) La création du groupe Whatsapp en amont du départ est un vrai + Hâte de réserver ma prochaine aventure !
Nous avons participé cet été à cette randonnée itinérante de 5 jours avec des ânes en famille, avec nos deux enfants de 8 et 11 ans, et nous en gardons un très beau souvenir. Un grand merci à notre accompagnateur, Romain, qui a parfaitement géré le séjour du début à la fin, y compris lors des moments plus compliqués. Il est très présent et prend en charge une grande partie des aspects pratiques, ce qui est particulièrement appréciable. Il faut cependant garder à l'esprit qu'il reste tout de même un certain nombre de choses à gérer en tant que participant, notamment lorsqu'on voyage avec des enfants. Le matériel fourni pour les ânes était parfaitement adapté et nous a permis de profiter pleinement de l'expérience. Quant au parcours, il était tout simplement magnifique, avec des paysages variés et superbes. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié le premier bivouac, qui se trouvait dans un cadre splendide, ainsi que la nuit en auberge dont le confort a été très apprécié après deux étapes fatigantes. Concernant les points plus mitigés, nous avons trouvé que le début du parcours était sensiblement plus difficile et technique que ce à quoi nous nous attendions au regard du niveau annoncé pour le séjour. La conduite des ânes demande un temps d'adaptation, et la combinaison de cette découverte avec des étapes de randonnée déjà exigeantes a rendu les deux premiers jours assez sportifs. Heureusement, Romain a su s'adapter à la situation en modifiant intelligemment l'itinéraire afin d'alléger la troisième journée. Cette adaptation nous a permis de récupérer et de profiter pleinement de la suite du séjour. Malgré cette réserve sur le niveau de difficulté du début du parcours, nous recommandons cette expérience pour la qualité de l'encadrement, la beauté des paysages et l'originalité de l'aventure avec les ânes.

Frequently asked questions

Are instalment payment options available?

Yes, that's right! At checkout, you can choose the Alma option to pay for your booking in 2x, 3x or 4x. All you have to do is select Alma at checkout and follow the instructions. It's simple, fast and secure.

Can I privatise this expedition for my group?

Yes, all our expeditions can be privatised for a group already formed, on the dates of your choice. To make your request, go to the expedition that interests you and click on "Privatise the expedition". We'll take care of the rest!

Are instalment payment options available?

Yes, that's right! At checkout, you can choose the Alma option to pay for your booking in 2x, 3x or 4x. All you have to do is select Alma at checkout and follow the instructions. It's simple, fast and secure.

Can I privatise this expedition for my group?

Yes, all our expeditions can be privatised for a group already formed, on the dates of your choice.

To make your request, go to the expedition that interests you and click on "Privatise the expedition". We'll take care of the rest!

What kind of people usually join Wildhartt expeditions ?

You don’t need to be a top athlete or adventure expert to feel at home. Most Wildhartt participants are between 25 and 60 years old, with a balanced mix of women and men.


Many join solo or in small groups of two or three. They often live in cities and are looking for a meaningful break — some time to reconnect with nature, slow down, and enjoy something real.


They usually have a regular movement practice (hiking, running, yoga...), but not with a competitive mindset. They’re in good shape, but don’t necessarily have technical skills. What brings them together is a shared desire to disconnect, observe, learn, and experience nature in a more grounded, accessible way.


If that speaks to you, you'll feel right at home. The group spirit is kind and open, and the pace adapts to everyone.

What happens if the weather is bad?

At Wildhartt, nature is our playground, rain or shine. Rain, snow or wind: our guides adapt the itinerary, activities and accommodation to guarantee you the best possible experience.
Unless safety is at stake (storm, avalanche, flood...).


In this exceptional case, we can cancel an expedition, at least one week before departure.
If this happens:
→ You can postpone your adventure at no cost,
→ Or receive a full refund.

What does the price of a Wildhartt adventure include?

At Wildhartt, transparency is essential. The price of your expedition reflects a clear breakdown of costs:

  • 30% for our guides, the mainstays of every adventure.
  • 35% for accommodation and meals, essential for your comfort.
  • 10% for equipment and transport, to guarantee safety and fluidity.
  • 24% for organisation and logistics, from first contact to the end of the expedition.
  • 1% for the rewilding of Europe, a concrete commitment to give back to nature what it gives us.

Our priority: to offer you a quality experience, with complete clarity.

Do you have any questions? Contact us.

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