Aire de Chichilianne

Chichilianne (Isère, France)

Chichilianne is a small village perched at the foot of the Vercors massif, in the natural region of the Trièves. The village offers mountain tranquility and views of contrasting terrain, mixing cliffs and plateaus. It is a discreet gateway to hiking routes and pastoral areas. There is an intact rural atmosphere appreciated by hikers and nature lovers.

Heritage and history

The village preserves a traditional rural fabric with stone houses and a small village center. The church and rural buildings bear witness to an old peasant past. The place long lived off agriculture and livestock; this mountain economy is still felt in the cultivated landscapes and summer pastures.

Nature and landscapes

Chichilianne opens onto the slopes of Grand Veymont and the cliffs of the Vercors. The panoramas alternate high-altitude grasslands, beech woods and rocky escarpments. Sunrises and sunsets often illuminate the silhouette of Mont Aiguille, visible from several local viewpoints.

Outdoor activities

The village is a starting point for family hikes and more challenging routes to the Vercors summits. Waymarked trails, summer pasture walks and wildlife observation make the destination suitable for walkers. In winter, the surroundings offer snowshoe routes when snow covers the plateaus.

Gastronomy and local products

The small local eateries highlight simple regional products: mountain cheeses, artisanal cured meats and Trièves honeys. Nearby markets and farms allow tasting seasonal peasant products.

Not to be missed

• Grand Veymont — access to trails and panoramic views.
• Mont Aiguille — iconic silhouette to observe from viewpoints.
• Vercors plateaus — walks on high-altitude grasslands and summer pastures.
• Trièves trails — varied walks for all levels.
• Village centre — rural atmosphere and traditional architecture.