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Isère, Department in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

The Isère department spans 7,431 square kilometers across southeastern France, encompassing mountains, valleys, and plains with Grenoble as its capital city.

Created on March 4, 1790, during the French Revolution, Isère emerged as part of the national reorganization of French territories into administrative departments.

The department contains numerous theaters, museums, and performance venues, with Grenoble hosting international scientific conferences and educational institutions.

The department provides administrative services through multiple offices across its territory, offering assistance for residence permits, identification documents, and vehicle registration.

The territory features dramatic elevation changes from 140 to 4,088 meters, creating distinct climate zones and ecosystems within its boundaries.

Location: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Location: France

Inception: March 4, 1790

Capital city: Grenoble

Elevation above the sea: 846 m

Shares border with: Ain, Ardèche, Drôme, Hautes-Alpes, Rhône, Loire, Savoie, Metropolis of Lyon

Website: https://isere.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.18333,5.71667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:28

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