Walks around Grenoble, trails and hikes in the countryside

This is Grenoble's emblematic walk. At 476 meters above sea level, the Bastille offers a stunning view of the city and the surrounding mountains. An ancient fortress from the 16th century, it retains its defensive appearance but mainly functions as a meeting point for walkers, families, and photographers.

A large urban park in the city center, with paths and lawns. Athletes run there, families relax. The 1968 Olympic torch recalls a sporting past and a certain love for the outdoors. It is a lively, green space open to everyone.

An old-style, enclosed and welcoming garden. The bandstand stands at the center, with paths leading to shaded corners and lawns. There, you encounter children, students, and passersby who pause briefly to breathe or look at the flowers.

A short but steep trail, two kilometers to reach the Resistance memorial at 635 meters altitude. Up there, the view of Grenoble and the surrounding mountains rewards every step. It is a brief but memorable walk.

The name makes you smile, and the place lives up to its charm. A peaceful walk along the Isère, amongst tall trees and golden reflections on the water. We walk slowly, linger without reason. Nature seems gentler here than elsewhere.

The silver 'bubbles' rise above the river and downtown. In a few minutes, you go from the lively streets to the mountains. The ascent is already a spectacle, with the city below and the Alps all around.

A village perched at 1000 meters altitude, surrounded by fir trees and meadows. In summer, people hike peacefully; in winter, they wear snowshoes. The air is pure, the paths are silent, and time seems to slow down.

A walk through a mineral landscape. The Furon has carved a narrow canyon into the limestone rock, creating impressive passages. The trail runs alongside the water and sometimes climbs up the cliff. Coolness, shade, the sound of the stream: a unique place.

Ten minutes from the center, you are already immersed in the woods. Hills, clearings, paths, viewing points: everything breathes accessible nature. Les Vouillants is the daily forest of the residents of Grenoble, the place they go after work for a walk.

A plateau at one thousand meters above sea level, open to the valley and sky. It is the domain of paragliders that color the air. The trails wind between fields and cliffs, with viewpoints that inspire you to stay.

A vertical adventure for those seeking a dash of adrenaline. The metal stairs cling to the rock, the cables secure the passage. Below, the city looks tiny. The effort quickly turns into pride.

Hidden at the end of a quiet valley, the monastery is reached after a pleasant walk. The buildings remain closed to the public, but the path, lined with pines and streams, has a calming effect. Here, peace cannot be explained; it must be felt.