The Matheysine region in Isère offers a unique blend of nature, heritage, and outdoor activities to suit all tastes, both summer and winter.
Hiking and walks, water sports, paragliding, natural sites, heritage, crafts and gastronomy, cultural and culinary discoveries—the Matheysine awaits you just minutes from the campsite.
Outdoor and sporting activities
- Hiking and walking: Explore varied trails such as the Combeynot loop in the Écrins National Park, or Mont Gargas for exceptional panoramic views of the Matheysine plateau and Mont Blanc. Routes suitable for families or experienced hikers are available.
- Water sports: The plateau's lakes, such as Lac de Monteynard, Lac du Sautet, and Lac de Laffrey, offer opportunities for paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. Lac de Monteynard also features suspended Himalayan-style walkways, perfect for thrills and spectacular views.
- Paragliding: The region offers paragliding flights with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and lakes.
Nature and Heritage
- Nature sites: Pierre Percée, Sources des Gillardes, and the lakes of Petichet and Pierre-Châtel are ideal places to recharge in nature.
- Mining history: Visit La Mine Image in La Motte-d’Aveillans to discover the history of anthracite miners. The Little Train of La Mure retraces the transport of coal while offering panoramic views of the Alpine landscapes.
- Pilgrimage site: The Sanctuary of Our Lady of La Salette, perched at an altitude of 1,800 m, combines spirituality and natural discovery, with hiking trails accessible from the site.
Cultural and culinary discoveries
- Crafts and gastronomy: Sample local products such as murçon cheese, artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, as well as mountain liqueurs and spirits at the Terre Froide Distillery.
Matheysin Museum: Located in La Mure, this museum traces the social, industrial, and cultural history of the plateau, from miners to farmers, including local arts.
