Discover
Wildlife of the Vercors
Fauna of the Vercors
Wolves, red deer, chamois, ibex, marmots, vultures: the wildlife of the Vercors is among the richest in the Alps. Head out to watch it on a naturalist outing near Grenoble.
The Pied Vert mountain leaders take you out into nature to discover, and perhaps observe, one or several of the animals typical of the Vercors massif.
Our outings adapt to your wishes. They mix our teaching approach, ideal for children, with a hide session at our best viewing spots for serious wildlife watchers.
These outings can be organised over a day, half a day, during a bivouac, or across several days to dig into a wildlife topic that fascinates you. The outing can be of the easy walk type or a sporty hike.
On the trail of
Mountain Wildlife
Let's spend an outing tracking the wildlife of the Vercors. Droppings, fur, dens: signs are everywhere, telling us a whole wild life exists between houses, forest and the peaks of the Vercors.
By the end of the outing, you'll have solid basics to track wild animals in the Vercors and where you live.
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On the trail of the
Wolves of the Vercors
Wiped out by the end of the 19th century, the wolf is back on the Vercors plateau. The packs hit the headlines, but do we really know this predator?
Let's set off quietly on its trail.
We'll ask ourselves why its return matters: for people and pastoral farming, and for nature and its ecosystems.
Wolf, are you there? Can you hear me…
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On the trail of the
Red Deer of the Vercors
In autumn, the deer rut echoes through our mountains.
But why all this commotion?
Let's set off on its trail and discover its life cycle, its impact on the forest and its woodland habits. Perhaps at the bend of a deer track we'll come across a shed antler.
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Watching the
Ibex of the Vercors
Serene, the ibex is not afraid when people approach. With a single bound, he knows he'll be safe.
His status as a protected species lets him enjoy this peace today.
During a hike, discover the turbulent history of this icon of the Alps.
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Discovering the
Chamois of the Vercors
Agile, the chamois moves along dizzying cliffs.
During the rut (early winter), horns clash and chases follow one after another.
When it's hot, the chamois prefers the shade of the sunny slopes.
Over a walk, discover the chamois and all his antics.
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Meeting the
Marmots of the Vercors
With a good pair of binoculars, let's watch the marmots sunbathe.
An eagle skims past and at a whistle, the alpine pasture comes alive!
Over a walk, let's discover the ecology of the marmot and its history in the Vercors.
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In the skies, the vultures glide
This large bird of prey intrigues and fascinates.
Watching it glide makes you want to join it to enjoy the view.
Vultures can be seen in the Vercors. Let's set off together to discover what makes them special, for a great breath of mountain air!
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Book your wildlife outing
Year-round, book an outing that mixes wildlife discovery and, when conditions allow, animal observation.
- 07 66 64 90 96
- contactpiedvert.com
The walking time and route difficulty can be adapted to your wishes and to the abilities of the participants. In winter, the outing may require snowshoes (provided by your leader).
The meeting point is decided at booking (based on where you're staying and the type of outing booked) within the Vercors Regional Nature Park: Villard-de-Lans, Autrans-Méaudre, Corrençon-en-Vercors, Lans, Rencurel, La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Pricing info: summer season / winter.
The Vercors is a Regional Nature Park, not a wildlife park. Your mountain leader shares naturalist knowledge in an accessible way and, through their knowledge of the area, helps create a wild encounter. Observation is never guaranteed.
Reviews
Family hike in the Vercors★★★★★ Comment sent by Mme Martinaudin May
A wonderful way to discover...★★★★★ Comment sent by Linda Pavret de La Rochefordièrein Mayon GoogleA wonderful way to discover the mountains! We loved the three outings organised with Pied Vert: trapper adventure, igloo building, and tracking animals. Great moments shared as a family (1 adult, 3 kids). A huge thank you to Yoann and Marion for their kindness, their teaching, and their love of nature. They adapted the activities so kids and grown-ups could all enjoy themselves. An experience worth doing again and again!
Two days hiking on the trail...★★★★★ Comment sent by Jacques Bonnefoyin Mayon GoogleTwo days hiking on the trail of the wolves. Two very nice guides who really know their stuff. Attentive to clients, they got us hooked. A little extra for Marion and her little fairies at the end of the walk.
Wonderful family outing, on the trail...★★★★★ Comment sent by Pascaline Mazardin Mayon GoogleWonderful family outing, on the trail of wild animals, with Yann as our guide! Thanks to him for his kindness, his professionalism and his smile! We'll do it again and recommend it!!
Great hike, great organisation, we...★★★★★ Comment sent by Lemonnier Guillaumein Mayon GoogleGreat hike, great organisation, we even saw chamois, thanks Marion and Ugo for this moment.
Snowshoe walk with friends with...★★★★★ Comment sent by Muriel Desbosin Mayon GoogleSnowshoe walk with friends with Ugo on 31/12 in the morning, through the snowy forest at the Col de la Croix Perrin. Ugo's explanations about all the animal tracks of this beautiful forest delighted us: pine marten, roe deer, even the tracks of a wolf pack. The story of the woodpecker and its holes. We ended 2024 in style in the middle of Mother Nature. Thanks Ugo!
Full-day deer rut outing was top...★★★★★ Comment sent by Jean Pierre ISOARDin Mayon GoogleFull-day deer rut outing was top. We left the busy paths behind and some incredible encounters made this day really memorable! Lovely moments of sharing and exchange too. Thanks Ugo and see you very soon.
Great day spent with Marion, our...★★★★★ Comment sent by eric baronin Mayon GoogleGreat day spent with Marion, our guide. She led us up to the Pas Enardant, a 2000-metre summit, with an incredible 360-degree view over the Vercors. Her knowledge of the terrain and her advice made the hike easier. And her explanations about the wildlife, plants and local life taught us so much! Thank you Marion. We'll do it again!
We had a very pleasant day...★★★★★ Comment sent by sylvain Meignenin Mayon GoogleWe had a very pleasant and educational day on the trail of the wolf (canis lupus italicus) thanks to our friendly guide Ugo. He shared a wealth of information with us about the ecosystem the wolf lives in, all through a lovely walk on the Vercors plateau. We recommend trying this experience too! Samia, Sylvain and their friends
Great group day for a...★★★★★ Comment sent by Marie Poudrelin Mayon GoogleGreat group day for a stag do! We were lucky enough to set off on the trail of wolves (and not just that), enjoy a good raclette over an open fire in the snow, then build an igloo! Thanks to the Pied Vert team for the great guiding, the captivating explanations and a top day. Can't wait to plan the next experience in the Vercors!
Frequently asked questions
What is the best season for wildlife watching in the Vercors?
Each season has its highlights. The deer rut echoes in September-October. Marmots are active from May to September. In winter, snow reveals tracks and makes tracking easier. Ibex can be observed all year, but the December rut is striking.
Is the outing suitable for children?
Yes. Our outings are built to mix teaching and observation. Children learn to read signs of presence (tracks, droppings, fur) in a playful way. The walking pace is adapted.
Can we really see wolves in the Vercors?
Wolves are present in the Vercors, but very discreet. Our wolf tracking outing focuses on tracking, understanding the wolf's ecological role, and reading signs of presence. Direct sightings are rare, which is what makes them precious.
Discover also
Our hikes on the Vercors massif such as the Grand Veymont, and our activities in nature:
- Nature activity
Wild Escape Game
- Hiking and ascent towards
The summits of the Vercors
