Camping in the Vercors and Trièves: holidays surrounded by nature
Cliffs, forests, high plateaux and mountain villages: the Vercors is a vast natural playground for your holiday. Whether you are travelling with family, friends or planning an active break, choose your campsite in the Vercors and set off to discover the landscapes and activities of the mountain range.
Further south, the Trièves reveals another side of Isère, with Mont Aiguille, Gresse-en-Vercors, the turquoise waters of Lake Monteynard-Avignonet and villages with a rich heritage.
Why choose a campsite in the Vercors?
Staying at a campsite in the Vercors means being close to a mountain range where nature takes centre stage. The Vercors Regional Natural Park combines plateaux, cliffs, forests and gorges, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.
Camping is particularly well suited to this environment. A pitch for your tent, caravan or motorhome, a mobile home in the Vercors or another type of rental accommodation: everyone can choose their preferred way to stay while enjoying the mountain scenery.
Families will find plenty of ideas for days out, while hikers and sports enthusiasts can choose from a wide range of routes and activities.
What can you do during a camping holiday in the Vercors?
Hiking is one of the best ways to explore the mountain range, with routes for different ability levels. Cycling and mountain biking are also great ways to discover the plateaux, forests and mountain roads.
For those looking for more of a thrill, the Vercors also offers canyoning, climbing and via ferrata.
You can easily alternate between sporting activities, walks and exploring the scenery. From your campsite in the Vercors, the mountains become an integral part of your holiday.
→ Discover all our ideas for activities during your holiday in Isère.
Campsite in the Vercors with a swimming pool: relax after a day in the mountains
After a hike, bike ride or day of sightseeing, returning to the campsite swimming pool is particularly enjoyable. Choosing a campsite in the Vercors with a swimming pool makes it easy to combine an active holiday with time to relax.
With children, the pool also becomes an activity in its own right. Depending on the campsite, you may find a heated pool, water park or facilities suitable for younger guests.
→ Discover our campsites with swimming pools and water parks in Isère.
What can you see around your campsite in the Vercors?
There is more to discovering the Vercors than its hiking trails. Its mountain roads cross impressive landscapes and lead to very different villages and natural sites.
Villard-de-Lans is one of the starting points for exploring the plateau and enjoying a wide range of activities. Lans-en-Vercors also provides easy access to the landscapes of the mountain range and its hiking trails. Further west, Pont-en-Royans, with its houses suspended above the Bourne, marks one of the gateways to the Vercors.
Caves, gorges, villages and panoramic views provide plenty of variety throughout your stay. If you are specifically looking for a campsite in Lans-en-Vercors or near another village, check its location in relation to the places you would like to visit.
The Trièves, between Mont Aiguille and Lake Monteynard-Avignonet
To the south of the mountain range, the Trièves is also well worth discovering. This mid-mountain area is characterised in particular by the distinctive silhouette of Mont Aiguille, one of the area's most iconic landscapes.
In Gresse-en-Vercors, the Vercors cliffs and Grand Veymont dominate the scenery. Further north, Lake Monteynard-Avignonet is a reservoir created in 1962 by the construction of a dam on the Drac. Its turquoise waters, which take on greyer hues when the sky clouds over, provide a spectacular setting for outdoor activities.
The lake is particularly well known for its Himalayan footbridges suspended above the water. Kitesurfing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, fishing and hiking are also great ways to discover the area from different perspectives.
Choosing a campsite in the Trièves allows you to combine hiking, mountain scenery and activities by the lake in an environment where nature takes centre stage.
Villages, heritage and history in the Trièves
The Trièves also has a strong cultural identity. In Mens, the Musée du Trièves provides an insight into the history of the area. The village is particularly marked by its Protestant heritage and the period of the French Resistance.
In Lalley, you can continue your journey in the footsteps of Jean Giono. The writer stayed in the Trièves on several occasions and drew inspiration from its landscapes.
These visits offer another side to a camping holiday in the Trièves, between days devoted to outdoor activities.
Which campsite should you choose in the Vercors and Trièves?
Your choice will depend above all on the way you like to travel. For an active holiday, look for campsites close to hiking trails, cycle routes and outdoor activities. With children, a Vercors campsite with a swimming pool, playground or entertainment can make organising your days easier.
Looking for more comfort? Compare campsites with mobile homes in the Vercors, along with their facilities and services. If you prefer a higher level of facilities, you can also look for a 4-star campsite in the Vercors.
To keep your holiday within budget, compare different periods, accommodation and pitches. Prices can vary according to the season and type of stay, particularly if you are looking for a budget campsite in the Vercors.
FAQ – Planning your holiday in the Vercors and Trièves
What is the most beautiful part of the Vercors?
It all depends on the scenery you are looking for. The Hauts Plateaux appeal for their wide-open spaces and wild character, while the Villard-de-Lans and Lans-en-Vercors areas make it easy to combine villages, walks and mountain activities. The eastern side also offers beautiful views of the cliffs of the mountain range.
What is the most beautiful village in the Vercors?
It is difficult to choose just one. Villard-de-Lans is appreciated for its lively atmosphere and location in the heart of the mountain range, while Pont-en-Royans stands out for its houses suspended above the Bourne. Lans-en-Vercors and Autrans-Méaudre-en-Vercors are also lovely places to stop and discover the area.
Where is the Trièves?
The Trièves is located in southern Isère, between the Vercors and Dévoluy mountain ranges. It includes Mens, Monestier-de-Clermont, Clelles, Chichilianne and Gresse-en-Vercors, among others.
When is the best time for a camping holiday in the Vercors?
The Vercors can be enjoyed all year round. From late spring to early autumn, camping holidays are particularly suited to hiking, cycling and outdoor activities. July and August are ideal for making the most of the mountains in summer, while June and September generally offer a quieter atmosphere.
In winter, some campsites remain open and offer winter camping in the Vercors, ideal for staying close to the resorts and enjoying skiing, snowshoeing and snowy landscapes.
