Hiking itinerary

The Pierre Percée by La Motte d'Aveillans

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Departing from La Motte d'Aveillans, hike towards one of the seven wonders of Dauphiné. From this natural arch which is located on the hill of Creys, discover a superb panorama over the whole of Matheysine.

This short, easy hike on the Matheysin plateau takes you to the Pierre Percée, a natural arch located at the top of the Creys hill. This triumphal arch would in fact be a squatting demon, petrified there by the devil for having lost a bet with the Duke of Lesdiguières. From this belvedere, you can enjoy a magnificent view over the whole Matheysine!

Departure from the "Les Georges" car park in La Motte d'Aveillans:
Follow direction La Pierre Percée through Roche Corbeyre and Serre de Lozier.
Return by Serre de la Vache, Les Taverdons, La Grandraye and Les Georges.

Variant from Pierre Châtel:
Park in the Fontalon car park in Pierre-Châtel.
Go straight up in the direction of Chante Merle until you reach the old charbonnière de Picardon. Turn left for a few switchbacks to Plan de la Rivoire. Continue straight on to reach the spectacular Pierre Percée.
The return is done by the same route.

Technical information

Activities
Sports pédestres, Itinéraire de randonnée pédestre

Target clientele:
For beginners / novice

Distance:
6.1 km

Trail type:
Loop

Elevation gain:
275 m

Daily duration:
2h 15m

Map references:
TOP 25 IGN 3336 OT

Topographical references:
CARTO GUIDE LA MATHEYSINE

Type of waymarkers:
Balisage Jaune (Promenade et Randonnée)

Practical information

Non accessible en fauteuil roulant
Pets allowed
Free of charge

Please note

Adaptez votre équipement en fonction de votre niveau et de la météo. Ne pas quitter les sentiers.

Contact details & information

Matheysine Tourisme

Getting here

  • Les Georges
    38770 La Motte-d'Aveillans

Depuis Grenoble prendre l'autoroute A48, sortie 8 : direction Gap Briançon Vizille Stations de l’Oisans puis la N85 par Vizille - Laffrey ou la D529 par la Motte d'Aveillans

Opening times

All year round.
Subject to favorable weather.

Prices

Free access.

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Information updated on 06/09/2022 by Matheysine Tourisme

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The Pierre Percée by La Motte d'Aveillans

Les Georges
38770 La Motte-d'Aveillans
France

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