Randonnée au col de la Ruchère

Hike Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

What to expect

The Col de la Ruchère is a mountain pass located in the Chartreuse massif, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is situated near the town of Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including the Petit Som and Chamechaude. The area is popular for hiking and snowshoeing, with several trails of varying difficulty levels. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery, including forests, meadows, and rocky outcrops, and spot local wildlife such as marmots and chamois. The Col de la Ruchère is also close to the Monastère de la Grande Chartreuse, a historic monastery that is worth visiting

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Hiking at the Col de la Ruchère in Chartreuse with the family

Hiking at the Col de la Ruchère in Chartreuse with the family
This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked to the col de la Ruchère, a 3km hike with 300m of elevation gain, and enjoyed the views of Chamechaude, the highest peak in the Chartreuse massif

Highlights: The kids loved the hike, despite the initial steepness, and the family enjoyed the scenic views and the picnic at the top ✨