Uncover Nature's Retreat with CASTILLAN XAVIER at Treffort

An original walk that takes you up to the vertiginous Ebron footbridge, alternating between the panoramic trail and the forest path that offers original views of the turquoise waters of Lake Monteynard-Avignonet. This original figure-of-eight loop offers a variety of pleasures and the best views, thanks in particular to the forest trail that winds along the lake between pines, boxwoods and oaks...

Hike with the scent of adventure, dizzying sensations in dazzling colors, in the heart of a landscape worthy of the Mediterranean. Whether you're setting off from Treffort or Mayres-Savel, start your day with a 30-minute guided boat trip to the other side of the river. Then set off at your own pace to return to your starting point via the two footbridges. The Drac bridge is 220 meters long, and the Ebron bridge is 180 meters long. These bridges offer a surprising experience 80 meters above the lake. You'll enjoy an air of the Mediterranean in the heart of the Alps, with the song of the cicadas and the brilliant color of the water. There are several picnic areas where you can relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the lake. Dry toilets are also available along the way. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS > Are the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet open all year round? >>> Yes, but beware: in wet weather, the trail can be muddy and slippery. On the other hand, the La Mira boat that makes the crossing only sails when the lake level permits (generally from May 1 to September 31, check with La Mira). >Are there any charges for crossing the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>>The Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet are free of charge. Parking charges apply from May to October. Boat crossings are not free. > Do I have to take the boat to hike the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>> No, the boat allows you to cross the lake to make a loop, which means you can hike both footbridges. If you don't want to take the boat, you can leave from the Treffort lakeside parking lots and walk to the Ebron footbridge, then retrace your steps (round trip). > Is it possible to book the boat on site? >>> No. The boat can only be booked online via the mira website reservation.la-mira.com/booking. Places are limited, so please book well in advance. > How much does the boat trip cost? >>> Fares 2022: Over 4s: €8 / Reduced fare: €7 / Under 4s: free > Are dogs allowed on the Lake Monteynard-Avignonet Himalayan footbridge tour? >>> Yes, dogs are allowed on both the La Mira boat and the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet. >How long does it take to hike around the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>> The Himalayan footbridges tour of Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet takes around 4h30. The hike is 11.9km long and has a vertical drop of 307m. >Where to park for the Himalayan footbridges tour of Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>> You'll need to park in one of the parking lots near the La Mira boat landing stage on the Treffort side of the lake: parking des Combettes, parking de la plage or parking de La Salette. If you're making the round trip to the Ebron footbridge, you'll want to use the Vignes parking lot. > Which way should I hike the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>> We recommend that you start by taking the boat at Treffort to cross the lake to Mayres-Savel. You can then reach the Drac footbridge, continue to the Ebron footbridge and return to your starting point. Starting the hike with the boat crossing allows you to walk at your leisure, with no time constraints during the hike! > What do I need to bring to hike the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>> To hike the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet, you'll need to bring ..: - water (there's only one watering place at the halfway point) - walking shoes (no flip-flops) - sunscreen and hat - a jacket or sweater (the area can be windy!) > Is it possible to use a baby carriage on the Himalayan footbridges at Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet? >>> It is not possible to walk around the footbridges in a stroller, but it is possible to make the round trip to the Ebron footbridge by taking the panoramic trail from the Vignes parking lot on the Treffort side. Please note: you'll need an all-terrain baby carriage (big wheels!) as the track is rocky.

Family loop to discover the surroundings of the lake and an almost Mediterranean flora. Departure from Savel-Plage, car park at the beach towards Château de Savel via the path on the left. From the Château, return to the start by the other path.

A beautiful loop that will allow you to tackle the Col de l'Allimas (1352m), the main difficulty of the route. The views of the cliffs on the eastern balcony of the Vercors are impressive, especially the view of Mont-Aiguille from the Col.

Covering the roads of the northern Trièves region, this loop takes you on either side of the Gresse river. the Gresse river. Your calves are in for a real treat with the ascent of the Col de l'Arzelier from the Saillants du Gua!

The sublime Balcon Est du Vercors route is a little for cyclists! At the foot of the Vercors cliffs of the Vercors, this small mountain road offers splendid views of the "French Dolomites".

This itinerary leading to the Col de l'Allimas remains a family walk that offers you a magnificent view of the Mont Aiguille and the Grand Veymont. Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors near the church, take the direction of Col de l'Allimas 3. Leave the village to join the Pas du Bru 1 then Combe Rouge 2 to the South. At the Col de l'Allimas, enjoy the magnificent view of the famous Mont Aiguille. The return to the village of Gresse-en-Vercors takes place between meadows and undergrowth until Uclaire 4. The path after crossing the Aulanier stream joins the road from the Pas du Bru. The walk ends in the same itinerary as on the way.

Travel back in time as you explore the sites shaped by the Resistance around Gresse-en-Vercors. An opportunity to understand that the inhabitants and mountain troops resisted here well in advance of the fighting in 1944. Setting out from Gresse-en-Vercors, go back to the northern entrance to the village to start the trail on the road that climbs up at Serpaton to the hamlet of La Ville. Walk back down the same road to Uclaire, and head for Col de l'Allimas along the path (GTV). From Col de l'Allimas, go down the road to the intersection with the GTV in the direction of Pas du Bru, then Combe Rouge, Aux Fayolles, Côte Emblay and Girard, and then Gresse-en-Vercors via the road to Grand Veymont.

From the summit of the Serpaton and its bucolic atmosphere, admire the 360 ° panorama, observe in particular the East gate of the Vercors and the Grand Veymont, Dévoluy, Oisans or Belledonne. Departure from Gresse-en-Vercors, near the church. Take the direction of Pas du Serpaton 2 passing by La Casse 1. The route then momentarily takes the road before climbing gradually.The second part of the walk takes you to the Pas de Serpaton, along the Serpaton mountain pastures.

This loop alternates between passages in the woods and open viewpoints. In the distance you will discover the village of Prunières and its mine shaft, the Drac valley and the lake of the St Pierre de Méaroz dam.

Let's board on La Mira boat for a unique cruise, ideal to discover the history and all the natural ressources of Monteynard lake ! (duration : 1h30) Morning cruises depatures : * Savel departure : 10:00 am to 11:30 am * Treffort departure : 10:30 am to 12 pm - Wednesdays in may, june, septembre and octobre - Wednesdays and fridays during July and August

Visit this unique site, inaccessible by all other means, with the "Monteynard" cruises. It can be discovered either by day or by night, with a group or with friends, The Mira boat adapts to everyone's needs... Let the festivities begin.

Enjoy the pleasure of a fine lunch while crossing the blue waters of Monteynard lake... LA MIRA boat welcomes you on board to enjoy a nice lunch while discovering the Monteynard lake's surprises. Duration : 2h30 Let's choose your menu among several options : * The Classic Ebron * The Sénépi * The vegetarian menu For the childrens : The Moussaillon menu ! All the menu options are available for consultation on the website : la-mira.com/croisieres-restaurant/ * TREFFORT departure : Boarding : 11:45 am Departure : 12:00 pm Return : 2:30 pm * MAYRES-SAVEL departure : Departure : 12:30 pm Return : 3 pm

LA MIRA boat welcomes you on board to enjoy aperitif cruises during 2 hours. Time : 2 hours. Boarding 15 minutes before departure.

If you love hiking, water sports and social, family-friendly holidays, Le Savel Campsite is for you! Perfectly located in the heart of the Alps, at the junction of three nature reserves (Vercors, Chartreuse and Écrins National Park), the campsite is only 45 minutes from Grenoble and sits across seven hectares along Lake Monteynard. As this is the second windiest lake in Europe, you can experience the joys of windsurfing, kite surfing and catamaran sailing! Enjoy a full day of activities before heading back to savour the campsite’s peaceful setting and great amenities: heated swimming pool with view of the lake and mountains, gourmet restaurant with dishes prepared on site, evening entertainment on Thursdays and Saturdays (July and August), lakeside pitches and deluxe accommodation! And for those who love fishing, the campsite sells fishing permits and equipment.

Visit this unique site, inaccessible by all other means, with the "Monteynard" cruises. It can be discovered either by day or by night, with a group or with friends, The Mira boat adapts to everyone's needs... Let the festivities begin. Cross timetables : * SAVEL departure : 8h30, 9h50, 14h40, 16h, 17h20 * TREFFORT departure : 9h10, 10h30, 15h20, 16h40, 18h Please note : Not all the cross are open everyday (depending on the season...). Check on our website www.la-mira.com for every cross departure.

This musuem is about the mining exploitation through the visit of the gallery, an exhibition and a film to tell you the story of miners.

Bungee jumping on Ponsonnas 's bridge, of 103m high. The 1st European centre of bungee jumping. In single or in tandem

Very calm campsite located beside the big lake of Laffrey; it offers you an incredible panorama on the mountain range of « Grand Serre ». Wanting to take a fresh air? This campsite is made for you! Far niente or sporty vacation. Very calm campsite located beside the big lake of Laffrey; it offers you an incredible panorama on the mountain range of « Grand Serre ». Wanting to take a fresh air? This campsite is made for you! Far niente or sporty vacation, come to discover or re-discover the mountain hiking, the water sports, fishing, biking, and so much more activities of Medium Mountain! With a tent, a camping van or else Mobil-Home and chalet, come to enjoy a protected nature with mind-blowing landscapes! Don’t want to cook? The restaurant offers a fined cooking, with lots of fresh and local Product .

Located in a calm area, beside the lake of Laffrey. Natural campsite, very familial and sporty with numerous activities. Semi-shady pitches. This campsite has the specific French label “Hébergement pêche”. Feet in the water, on a windsurf or a catamaran, by bike or mountain bike on the 800km of marked trails, Hiking in the alpine pastures of Sénépy, Grand Serre, Climbing or canyoning in the Vercors, the Massif des Ecrins, In idleness on the beach in the sun of the big Alps. Come to spend an unforgettable stay to relax and oxygenate yourself. Possibility to rent canoes, fishing boat etc, mountain bike electrical assistance,…

A 60 m² exhibition space dedicated to EDF's activities in the Drac valley. Find out all about the Monteynard-Avignonet dam and the valley's 3 other major dams, through films, panels and photos. A place of welcome and information, partly financed by EDF, with the aim of promoting both the Lac de Monteynard Avignonet site and the culture of hydroelectricity, a renewable energy par excellence. Indeed, the Monteynard-Avignonet dam, which created the lake of the same name, is unique. It's a factory dam, with the turbines used to generate electricity integrated into the heart of the dam. This information and much more is freely available, and photos and live explanations by the staff present will complete your visit.

The dam lake of Monteynard is a paradise for windsurf and kitesurf practice. The Monteynard lake if the most extended lake of Matheysine, linking with Trièves territory. There are pebble and grassy beaches, kids games and picnic area equipped with barbecues. A nautical base offers various activities (sailboat, sailboard, catamaran, kayak and paddle rental). Warning : It's a dam lake with high navigation : swimming is forbidden.

The 360 ° panorama that is offered to you is exceptional. Admire the eastern barrier of the Vercors and the surrounding Alpine massifs; Devoluy, Ecrins, Taillefer, Belledonne or the Chartreuse mountains.

The Serpaton Alp hosts the Black Grouse. This sedentary bird is one of the symbols of the Vercors Regional Nature Park. It appears on the park's logo, in the company of the wild Tulip. During the breeding season (April-May) the rooster sings at daybreak. But do not try to see it and above all stay on the roads, because this remarkable species is very sensitive to disturbance.

On July 24, 1944, German troops went looking for a young member of the Resistance called Georges Mouttet. He was not in when the troops arrived at the family home, but they interrogated his widowed mother, Blanche Mouttet, with great brutality. Her cries were heard by the woman living next door.When the torturers didn’t find out the information about her son they had come looking for, they finished Blanche off with blows from a pickaxe. Her body was burnt in her own home, the fire spreading to the rest of the hamlet, sparing the only house on the other side of the road.

Two farms were inhabited before being burned by German soldiers accompanied by militia on July 24, 1944. The challenges of the altitude, the long and snowy winters, the poor quality of the soil and low harvests meant that peasant life was harsh and heavy-going on these steep slopes. The fields, which were larger at the time than they are today, were home to a handful of crops, and domestic animals were also bred so that the men could be relatively self-sufficient. Two structures are still standing: the oven – used for baking bread – at the northern entrance to the hamlet; and the pond, which was used as a drinking trough for the animals and a washhouse for the peasant women.

In the autumn of 1943, a handful of Resistance fighters set up here in the hamlet abandoned by the Scouts and Skiers Section of the 6th Battalion of Alpine Infantrymen. They spent the winter of 1943-1944 under the command of Louis Kalck (André), with Robert Adage serving as liaison officer. Their numbers rose in the spring of 1944. The camp consisted of 37 men in July, nearly all of whom came from the region, with Achille Demaret (Potin) in command. They left in haste on July 3, 1944 after being warned about the attack by the German convoy at the Allimas pass, before making their way to the Resistance in the Vercors. The next day, July 4, the Germans destroyed the site they had left behind, burning the hamlet to the ground.

The pond was built in 1942 by the Scouts and Skiers Section of the 6th Battalion of Alpine Infantrymen headed by battalion commander Albert Seguin de Reyniès. The section was stationed at the High Mountain Training Centre set up by Captain Pourchier in 1940. The units of the 6th Battalion came to train here, with lieutenants Eysseris, Chabl, Tanant and Gardent also passing through. When the battalion was disbanded on November 28, 1942, they answered the call of their commander and joined the Resistance, making a name for themselves as heroes during the fighting in the Vercors in 1944. The hamlet of Uclaire, which sheltered a member of the Maquis, was burned by German troops on July 4, 1944 in retaliation for the attack on an enemy convoy on July 3 at the Allimas pass.

The day after the Germans were ambushed on July 3, 1944 at the Allimas pass, their troops inflicted bloody reprisals against the civilian population. They arrested some 20 men, rounding them up in the town hall square and submitting them to a brutal interrogation on the first floor of the building. Five of them – people from the village – were detained and shot dead on this very spot: Alexis Garnier (42 years old), Gaston Faure (44), Raymond Cuchet (27), and two young brothers, Edmond (21) and Marcel Martin-Dhermont (20).

Gresse-en-Vercors is a small ski resort of 400 inhabitants, nestled between the eastern border of the Vercors and the Serpaton mountain pasture. The village church was built in the traditional style of the old mountain chapels. It is the oldest monument in the Gothic style of the region. Its construction goes back to the 13th century for its lower part. A great quantity of its very beautiful stones were carved on the high plateaux of the Vercors at about 1800 meters of altitude.

Shady terrace with panorama over Monteynard's lake, cosy atmosphere. Traditional cooking Our open kitchen lets you experience the creation of your dishes at first hand. Talk to our chefs, ask for advice on food and wine pairing...

Take away beers and drinks. The tasting and the sale are done on the spot as well as the consumption on the terrace: homemade beers, homemade aperitif drinks, homemade lemonade, homemade syrups, wines. In summer, you can enhance your appetisers with local products or artisanal icecreams. You can also homemade dishes.

A 30-minute walk from the village of Corrençon via the GR 91 in the direction of the Hauts Plateaux du Vercors (the Vercors Highlands). Whetheron foot, on snowshoes or cross-country skis, this is an easy excursion providing a “taste” of the picturesque ambiance of a true mountain refuge.

With golfing in summer and downhill skiing in winter, the restaurant is open every day from 9am to 6pm. The biggest appetites will be satisfied with a slow-cooked stew or menus à la carte. Traditional cooking.

In the secret of the forest of Alloubière, among the hundred-year-old trees, Alice welcomes you and perpetuates the family tradition. The Auberge de Malaterre keeps its peasant and bewitching identity. Bernard and Lydia will still tell you their country and its legends. Alice will cook your favourite dishes and many more. Access by snowshoeing or skiing in winter. By car in summer.

The best Vercors products on your plate. Depending on the season by the fireplace or on the terrace. Several menus are available. Nicolas Fayollat our chef proposes a cuisine sensitive to local tastes.

Recharge your batteries out in the country and enjoy numerous summer activities (hiking, mountain biking, climbing, caving, etc.).

Make the most of a simple break with a warm and pleasant welcome on the Route Napoléon, in the midst of the mountains. Family cuisine with wood-fired pizzas. Lunch specials and à la carte dishes.

At our restaurant, we invite you to discover our regional and gastronomic menus, the Chef's specialities (duck terrines, 'ravioles' gratin, etc). Set menus from €19 to €32 and children's menu at €10.

At the meeting point of the Champsaur and Valgaudemar valleys, our restaurant has been welcoming diners in a family setting for 30 years. 'Tourtons', 'ravioles' with honey, 'oreilles d'ânes', mountain charcuterie... All our specialities can be enjoyed in our restaurant or as a takeaway.

If you love hiking, water sports and social, family-friendly holidays, Le Savel Campsite is for you! Perfectly located in the heart of the Alps, at the junction of three nature reserves (Vercors, Chartreuse and Écrins National Park), the campsite is only 45 minutes from Grenoble and sits across seven hectares along Lake Monteynard. As this is the second windiest lake in Europe, you can experience the joys of windsurfing, kite surfing and catamaran sailing! Enjoy a full day of activities before heading back to savour the campsite’s peaceful setting and great amenities: heated swimming pool with view of the lake and mountains, gourmet restaurant with dishes prepared on site, evening entertainment on Thursdays and Saturdays (July and August), lakeside pitches and deluxe accommodation! And for those who love fishing, the campsite sells fishing permits and equipment.

The Baraque of Veymont is an unguarded cabin of the Forest Service. It can accommodate 8 people for the night, but plan your equipment because it does not have mattresses or stove.

The shelter of Peyrouse (Abri de la Peyrouse) located on the balconies East of the Vercors is an unguarded stone hut, 2 places are planned to sleep there, but you will not find there water nor stove to warm you.

The cabin of the Aiguillettes is a former shepherd's hut dating back to the time when the pastoral units were smaller. This hut, open to the public, accommodates only 4 people by tightening a little and does not have a stove.

Quiet and family campsite located in an amazing setting between lake and mountains. Many landscaped pitches have a vue on the lake. The toilet block is confortable and spacious. Direct access to the lake enables you to swim or sunbathe on the little grassy private beach. .

Very calm campsite located beside the big lake of Laffrey; it offers you an incredible panorama on the mountain range of « Grand Serre ». Wanting to take a fresh air? This campsite is made for you! Far niente or sporty vacation. Very calm campsite located beside the big lake of Laffrey; it offers you an incredible panorama on the mountain range of « Grand Serre ». Wanting to take a fresh air? This campsite is made for you! Far niente or sporty vacation, come to discover or re-discover the mountain hiking, the water sports, fishing, biking, and so much more activities of Medium Mountain! With a tent, a camping van or else Mobil-Home and chalet, come to enjoy a protected nature with mind-blowing landscapes! Don’t want to cook? The restaurant offers a fined cooking, with lots of fresh and local Product .

Located in a calm area, beside the lake of Laffrey. Natural campsite, very familial and sporty with numerous activities. Semi-shady pitches. This campsite has the specific French label “Hébergement pêche”. Feet in the water, on a windsurf or a catamaran, by bike or mountain bike on the 800km of marked trails, Hiking in the alpine pastures of Sénépy, Grand Serre, Climbing or canyoning in the Vercors, the Massif des Ecrins, In idleness on the beach in the sun of the big Alps. Come to spend an unforgettable stay to relax and oxygenate yourself. Possibility to rent canoes, fishing boat etc, mountain bike electrical assistance,…

A rustic cabin located at the entrance of the Hauts-Plateaux Nature Reserve not far from the Pas de l'Essaure, in the valley Combau.It is composed of a basic common room on the ground floor with table and wood stove (to envisage small dry wood) and a floor on the floor (sleeping of 10-15 people, to envisage mattress and sleeping bag ).There is water at 700 m but be careful, it is often dry!Remember to close the chalet at the time of departure (shutters and doors).

The carette hut is an old sheepfold restored by the Parc du Vercors and transformed into an unguarded refuge. This beautiful hut indicates the entrance to the Natural Reserve of Hauts-Plateaux du Vercors.