Chamrousse
The 1968 Winter Olympics alpine skiing venue and the closest major ski resort to Grenoble; in summer, it offers hikes to the Lacs Robert lake chain.
Chamrousse lies at the western end of the Belledonne range, with about 90 km of ski runs. It is the first choice for locals' weekend skiing, about 30 km and 45 minutes' drive from the city center, and direct coaches run in winter. In summer you can take the cable car or hike up to the Croix de Chamrousse (2,253 m) for views over Grenoble, then follow a classic trail to the clear Lacs Robert. The round trip takes about 3 hours. Mountain weather changes quickly, so bring a jacket.
Opening hours
Ski season approx. mid-Dec–Apr; summer cable car approx. Jul–Aug
Nearby sights
- Château de Vizille
- Tour Perret & Parc Paul-Mistral
- Museum of the Resistance and Deportation of Isère
- Musée de l'Ancien Évêché & Grenoble Cathedral
- Musée de Grenoble
- Place Grenette
- Grenoble Saint-Laurent Archaeological Museum
- Fort du Saint-Eynard