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Battle of the Winds or Battle of Des Moines? It's up to you

This mountain pass is named after one of the great aviation pioneers of France. There are several ways to reach this pass, but whichever you choose, you will always have a beautiful view from this place.

One of the most breathtaking viewpoints in the Vercors: Le Col de la Bataille. The panoramic views from the top are absolutely unforgettable.

Beautiful viewpoint over the ridge line and the Tête de la Dame as well as over the Ambel plateau before the descent into the forest to its eponymous refuge.

Cafe / Resto at the bottom. Nothing at the top. The road has just been resurfaced so the descent is great. Be careful though, especially in the wet as water drains across the surface in places, typically on or just before the corners. Plenty of coffee and cake in Chabeuil. If you wanted to add a bit more you could descend to Beaufort-sur-Gervanne, which is a good option if the boulangerie is open, or loop across the top from Cavalli to Col des Limouches. It's over 1000 meters altitude and the descent is more technical. Some shaded picnic tables too.

Beautiful hostel located in the middle of nature, in the middle of the Domaniale de Léoncel Forest and the great landscapes of Royans, at almost 1200 m altitude. You will find it if you go up from Léoncel to the Col de la Bataille. Ideally located in the middle of the Vercors Natural Park, we are less than an hour from the main cities of Drômoise and less than two hours from Lyon or Avignon.

Located right in the Léoncel forest, this small inn offers an ideal break at an altitude of 1,200 meters. Open all year round, it offers cuisine based on local products.