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Why choose a trail at Parc naturel régional du Vercors?
The Vercors Regional Nature Park is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, straddling the departments of Isère and Drôme. It covers an area of nearly 5,000 km² and has more than 100,000 inhabitants.
The Vercors is a mountainous massif that culminates at 2,438 meters in altitude. Its varied landscapes offer a great ecological wealth. Forests of beech, fir and pine dominate the high altitudes, while the valleys host meadows and crops.
The Vercors Regional Natural Park is a protected area where the fauna and flora are preserved. Chamois, golden eagle, lynx and wolf can be found there in particular. The rivers are also very rich in fish and aquatic species.
The Vercors is a popular tourist destination for hiking and winter sports enthusiasts. The many walking trails allow you to discover the exceptional landscapes of the massif. As for the ski resorts, they offer slopes suitable for all levels.
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Starting Point
The trailhead for the Vercors Regional Nature Park is located in Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. To get there, take the D518 in the direction of Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte and follow the signs to the parking lot.
Why visit Parc naturel régional du Vercors
The Vercors Regional Nature Park is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and consists of mountains, forests and valleys. It is ideal for nature lovers and hikers, as it offers many hiking trails. The landscapes are beautiful and varied, which makes it a very touristy place.
Things not to be missed
The Vercors is a territory that offers many outdoor activities. Hiking, climbing, via ferrata, canyoning, rafting, kayaking... there is something for everyone! Moreover, the landscape is magnificent and worth the detour alone.
Activities:
-Hiking: The Vercors is an ideal place for lovers of nature and hiking. Its varied and wild landscapes offer many routes to discover.
-Climbing: The cliffs of the Vercors are famous throughout France for climbing. Many routes are accessible to beginners and experts.
-Mountain biking: The trails of the Vercors offer beautiful mountain bike rides for all levels. Singles tracks and technical descents will delight thrill seekers.
-Canoeing: The Drôme is a very pleasant river for canoeing or kayaking. Its calm waters and green landscapes make it an ideal destination.
-Skiing: The Vercors is a very extensive ski area with many possibilities for all levels. There is also plenty to keep you entertained after skiing with many activities available.
Things not to miss:
-The Vercors plateau, with its lunar landscapes and perched villages
-The Taillefer massif, with its sheer cliffs and breathtaking views
-The Drôme valley, with its picturesque villages and bucolic setting
Where to eat:
1. Au P'tit Bouchon, in Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte
2. La Ferme Auberge du Moucherotte, in Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte
3. The Auberge du Col de la Croix-de-Fer, in La Grave
4. The Refuge de l'Arpont, in Lans-en-Vercors
5. La Ferme Auberge du Haut Châtillon, in Saint-Martin-en-Vercors
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