Créé par Emilie, le 20 mai 2026

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Grenoble, France

The Capital of the Alps

Parcours audioguidé pour visiter Grenoble

This tour of Grenoble invites you into the heart of a dramatic natural bowl, encircled by the mountain walls of the Vercors, Chartreuse, and Belledonne. Look out for the iconic “Grenoble Cable Car,” those distinctive glass bubbles gliding above the Isère River, before wandering into the old town with its lively squares and colorful façades. Between the bold lines of contemporary architecture and the commanding presence of the Bastille of Grenoble overlooking the city, Grenoble reveals a character that is both energetic and unmistakably alpine. It’s a walk that moves from city gardens to sweeping views of snow-capped peaks, capturing the full spirit of a metropolis set high among the mountains.

6 km
Distance
20
Audios
2h30
Durée
Boucle
Parcours
Grenette square

Grenette square

1/20

Saint-Louis church

Saint-Louis church

2/20

Victor Hugo square

Victor Hugo square

3/20

Advice

Advice

4/20

Jardin de Ville

Jardin de Ville

5/20

The Eggs

The Eggs

6/20

Important information

Important information

7/20

Jardins des Dauphins

Jardins des Dauphins

8/20

View from the park Guy Pape

View from the park Guy Pape

9/20

The Bastille Fort

The Bastille Fort

10/20

View over the mountains

View over the mountains

11/20

Porte Saint Laurent

Porte Saint Laurent

12/20

Archaeological museum

Archaeological museum

13/20

Saint Laurent district

Saint Laurent district

14/20

Fountain of the lion and the snake

Fountain of the lion and the snake

15/20

View from the Saint-Laurent footbridge

View from the Saint-Laurent footbridge

16/20

The Parliament

The Parliament

17/20

Collegiate church of Saint-André

Collegiate church of Saint-André

18/20

Notre-Dame Catedral

Notre-Dame Catedral

19/20

Halles Sainte-Claire

Halles Sainte-Claire

20/20

Quand partir ?

Jan.

9

Feb.

8

March

13°

9

April

17°

10

May

21°

11

June

25°

9

July

28°

8

Aug.

27°

8

Sept.

23°

8

Oct.

17°

9

Nov.

11°

10

Dec.

10

Grenoble enjoys a semi-continental climate with a mountain influence, marked by striking thermal contrasts: summers are often very hot and humid, regularly exceeding 28°C due to its location in a valley basin, while winters are cold and can be snowy, with averages close to 0°C. The ideal periods to discover the "Capital of the Alps" and take the cable car up to the Bastille are spring (May and June) and autumn (September and October), offering mild temperatures and clear skies to admire the Vercors, Chartreuse, and Belledonne massifs. The month of January is the preferred time for winter sports enthusiasts who use the city as a gateway to the ski resorts, while the beginning of summer remains perfect for enjoying the many surrounding lakes before the intense heat of August.

Départ conseillé

No need to worry about where to begin! Our tours are designed as a loop, so you can jump in wherever you are. The navigation system and audioguide will automatically adjust to your location. However, if you happen to be nearby, we do have a preferred starting point: Place Grenette

Parking à proximité

Parking Philippeville, 5 rue de Belgrade Grenoble is an eco-friendly city that promotes sustainable transportation modes. If you choose to park on the street, make sure to check which zone you are in. The green zones are for long-term parking and residents. Parking is paid from 9 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 7 pm every day except Sundays and bank holidays. The orange and purple zones aim to stimulate downtown trade. You can park there for a maximum of 3 hours. Parking is paid from 9 am to 7 pm (half-price between 12 pm and 2 pm). It's free on Sundays and bank holidays. Also, note that paid parking lots are slightly cheaper than street parking to avoid overcrowding in the city center.

À savoir

This visit of Grenoble takes you to the summit of the Bastille fort, which is a positive elevation gain of 285 meters. Two options are available to you: You can follow the route and hike up, or you can take the cable car. Infos, Prices and Schedule: https://bastille-grenoble.fr/

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