{"id":94179,"date":"2025-05-21T18:33:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T16:33:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/?p=94179"},"modified":"2025-05-21T18:33:57","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T16:33:57","slug":"zoom-on-the-must-see-events-in-lete-au-devoluy-a-summer-of-sport-tradition-and-stars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/zoom-sur-les-evenements-incontournables-de-lete-au-devoluy-un-ete-rythme-par-le-sport-les-traditions-et-les-etoiles\/","title":{"rendered":"Spotlight on the must-see summer events in D\u00e9voluy: a summer of sport, tradition and stars"},"content":{"rendered":"

This summer, D\u00e9voluy invites you to experience a unique blend of nature, culture and adventure. From the heights of the Col du Noyer to the technical trails of the Grande Trace, from pastoralism to farmers' markets, the massif has a programme packed with discoveries and excitement. Here are the highlights not to be missed between June and September 2025.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

READ MORE: <\/strong>D\u00e9voluy: a sensational new activity is coming this summer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

L'\u00c9terlou (5-6 July)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The 17th edition of L'\u00c9terlou, the D\u00e9voluy's flagship event, returns with mountain bike tours for all levels (13, 27, 33 and 45km) and a new feature: a 98km raid with 3900 D+, to be completed over one or two days. A friendly atmosphere, spectacular scenery and a sporting atmosphere guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info <\/strong>eterlou-vtt.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Festival de l'Image (17-20 July)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Photographers, nature lovers and the curious all come together for this year's event, dedicated to the theme of interaction. On the programme: photo competitions, masterclasses, nature outings, conferences and exhibitions in the wilds of the Massif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info<\/strong> festival-image-devoluy.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Festival Musique en D\u00e9voluy (17 July-21 August)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The oldest music festival in the Hautes-Alpes offers an eclectic programme in an exceptional venue: the thousand-year-old chapel of M\u00e8re \u00c9glise. Every Thursday at 9pm, enjoy the rhythm of classical, jazz and world music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info <\/strong>musiqueendevoluy.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditional and pastoral festivals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From the Feast of Saint Stephen<\/strong> (13 July) with games, food and fireworks, at the F\u00eate de la Brebis<\/strong> (2 August) at Coutti\u00e8res, pastoral traditions are the order of the day all summer long. And don't miss the Day in the Alps<\/strong> (23 July) with meetings with breeders, tastings and pastoral events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Altitude 1664 (29 June)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This cyclosportive race\/rando offers a 79km route with a 2200m gradient, linking D\u00e9voluy, Matheysine and Champsaur via the most beautiful little roads on the Col du Noyer. Discover it at your own pace or in competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obiou Ultra Trail (26 July)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A 75km race with 4500 D+ starting from Saint-Disdier, either solo or in a two-person relay. The Obiou, the massif's legendary peak, is the backdrop to this spectacular event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info <\/strong>utobi.fr<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Grande Trace D\u00e9voluy summer (31 August-1 September)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mountaineering and trail race in teams of two, over two days. 40 km and 4000 D+ between vertiginous peaks, chourums and technical passages. Harness and helmet compulsory, adrenalin guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info<\/strong> lagrandetrace.fr<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Astronomy Village (13-14 September)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Conferences, workshops, events and open days at the NOEMA observatory on the Bure plateau. A rare opportunity to explore astronomy in one of Europe's most fascinating settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And also...<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n