The Trièves has 27 villages spread over the former cantons of Monestier de Clermont, Clelles and Mens, from the Vercors to the Devoluy via Lake Monteynard-Avignonet.

The villages around Lake Monteynard-Avignonet

These villages are for water lovers and hikers! The village of Treffort’s nautical base is on Lake Monteynard-Avignonet. The Avignonet dam, built in 1962, has facilitated the development of a leisure base infamous for windsurfing and kite-surfing fans, thanks to its thermal breezes.

Nearby village Monestier de Clermont has a lively main street for visitors to enjoy with its farmers’ markets and shops.

  • Avignonet
  • Monestier de Clermont
  • Roissard
  • Saint Martin de la Cluze
  • Saint Paul lès Monestier
  • Sinard
  • Treffort

Places to stay around Lake Monteynard-Avignonet

The villages of the Trièves’ heartland

To discover the Trièves is also to dive into the heart of its history. Observe our rural heritage during a hike, appreciate the works of artists who loved this territory, learn and understand how the past has shaped the Trièves of today.

Stroll through the picturesque streets of Mens and take a break in the Temple’s garden. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere of Clelles’ village square during the Sunday market. Contemplate the soaring Obiou and the Grand Ferrand mountains from Tréminis village…

  • Châtel in Trièves
  • Clelles
  • Cornillon en Trièves
  • Lalley
  • Lavars
  • Monestier du Percy
  • Le Percy
  • Mens
  • Prébois
  • Saint Baudille et Pipet
  • Saint Jean d’Hérans
  • Saint Martin de Clelles
  • Saint Maurice en Trièves
  • Tréminis

Accommodation in the heart of the Trièves

The Vercors villages, stretching from the Mont Aiguille to the East Balcony

The Mont Aiguille dominating the Trièves, and conquered as early as 1492, is a Mecca for climbing enthusiasts with routes for all levels. The eastern balcony of the Vercors is of unparalleled beauty with an exceptional natural setting where rare species of flowers and animals live side by side. This is a paradise for lovers of summits and nature! Gresse en Vercors, Chichilianne or Château Bernard are the starting point of many hikes that will lead you to the Vercors plateaux, to the Nature Reserve or simply to breathtaking viewpoints.

  • Chichilianne
  • Gresse en Vercors
  • Saint Andéol
  • Château Bernard
  • Saint Guillaume
  • Saint Michel les Portes

Accommodation in the Vercors

To find out more

Gresse-en-Vercors
Mens, historical capital of the Trièves
The Mont Aiguille and the Vercors