Introduction

Set against the breath-taking backdrop of the French Alps, Grenoble is a city which offers visitors a wide range of attractions, including skiing, fine dining and a thriving nightlife, which is a major attraction for the 60,000 students that reside here. Rich in a history which goes back more than 2,000 years, Grenoble enjoys hot summers and cold winters, so remember to dress accordingly. Grenoble is a popular destination for sports fans. Rugby union is especially popular here, while there is no shortage of great routes for cross-country running. Being so close to the Alps, skiing is a popular pastime among the locals and regular visitors to the city.

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Important things to note

Highlights & Hotspots

Parc Naturel Regional du Vercors offers visitors fantastic views and for more adventurous types, a long hike. Don’t forget to take your road map, as you may find your sat-nav doesn’t work in all areas. To get the best views of the city however, you must take a gondola and head up to Bastille. Hikers will be rewarded with a few gems on the way up as well.
For an educational trip brimming with interesting historical artefacts, visit the Archaeological Museum. Entry is free and it’s located near the city centre. Art lovers will not want to miss the Musée de Grenoble, which is houses a mixture of ancient, modern and contemporary art.
For a night out in Grenoble, you may want to start with a drink in one of the many brasseries which line the city centre square. Le Barberousse is a small, boat shaped bar which is famous for its extensive rum list and is well worth stopping off at for drink or two.
If you’re here on a special occasion, or simply have a refined pallet, you must try Verreveine for authentic, French cuisine. Very popular with the locals, you’d be advised to book in advance. The award winning Le Bombay may not look anything special from the outside, but serves up delicious Indian food at very reasonable prices.