The Herbouilly Nordic site, perched between 1,280 and 1,450 metres altitude, is one of three access gateways to the Haut Vercors Nordic area. Located around 8km from the villages of Saint-Martin-en-Vercors and Saint-Julien-en-Vercors, Herbouilly offers a preserved natural setting, ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts and those seeking discovery in every season.
Herbouilly
Overview
Herbouilly
📏 Altitude: 1250 m
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 153 km
🌟 Resort style: Snow stadium
💰 From 14 €/day (2025-2026)
Overview of Herbouilly
Herbouilly is renowned for its Scandinavian atmosphere, characterised by its vast forests and open landscapes. In winter, the site offers 153 km of marked and groomed cross-country ski trails, suited to both experienced skiers and those seeking contemplative walks. Loops of 3 to 30 km are also available for snowshoe walks. For families, a two-level toboggan piste and the 800-metre Pistatou course provide fun moments.
Our review — Herbouilly
2.9/5
Ski area — key figures — Herbouilly
- 🌟 Snow stadium (Drôme)
- 📏 1250 m Village altitude (1450 m Top altitude)
When to visit
Herbouilly in summer
During the summer season, Herbouilly transforms into a true paradise for walkers and nature lovers. Forest trails and peaceful meadows invite discovery of local biodiversity, the history and geology of the Vercors. Fun activities such as the Chevalier Oscar trail are available for families to explore nature in an interactive way.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking
Herbouilly in winter
In winter, Herbouilly is one of France’s unmissable Nordic skiing sites. Linked to the Portes des Hauts Plateaux (Correncon-en-Vercors) and Bois Barbu (Villard-de-Lans), it offers an exceptional 153 km ski area revealing stunning Scandinavian-atmosphere landscapes. Legendary cross-country ski races, such as the TransVercors Nordic and the Course de la Royale, take place here each year.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Dog sledding • ✅ Snowshoeing
Skiing
Below is an overview of the ski area accessible from Herbouilly: Le Haut Vercors (nordique).
Cross-country ski area — Le Haut Vercors
⛰️ Altitudes: 1125 m – 1550 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 122 km
💰 Day pass: 14 €
The Haut Vercors Nordic ski area is one of the finest cross-country skiing spaces in the massif, linking Villard-de-Lans, Bois Barbu and Herbouilly through forests, clearings and high plateaus. Over 122 km of marked trails wind between 1,050 and 1,450 metres altitude, in an exceptional, preserved and often wild natural environment. The site is suited to all levels, with initiation loops, skating, classic technique and long traverses. The link between Villard and Herbouilly allows genuine full-day touring. Several access points (Bois Barbu, Valchevriere, Herbouilly) offer car parks, hire shops and star-departure trails. It is also ideal terrain for snowshoeing and Nordic walking. The setting — between beech and pine forests with views of the Vercors cliffs — makes the Nordic experience both sporty and contemplative.
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Ski pass prices — Herbouilly
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Herbouilly.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Haut Vercors (nordique skiing) | 14 € | N/A | 161 € | 2025-2026 |
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