Autrans

Autrans is a small village on the Vercors Plateau, surrounded by forested hills and mountain slopes that reach above 1,000 meters (3,300 feet) elevation. Traditional stone houses with painted shutters and narrow streets form the quiet village center, while the surrounding landscape features meadows, streams, and dense woodland.

The village originated as a farming community with stone farmhouses and barns that remain visible today as reminders of its rural past. During the 1968 Winter Olympics held in Grenoble, Autrans hosted ski jumping competitions on its slopes, establishing its significance in winter sports history.

The village maintains strong ties to traditional cheese-making and seasonal celebrations that bring the community together throughout the year. You can witness locals gathering at the weekly market and participating in festivals that reflect their deep connection to the land and to each other.

The village is accessible via a mountain road connected to the main network, with regular bus services providing straightforward access for visitors. During winter months, shuttle buses transport people directly from accommodations to the ski slopes, making it easy to enjoy winter activities without extra logistics.

The village hosts the Foulée Blanche, an annual cross-country skiing race that draws thousands of participants and stands as the signature winter event of the region. Additionally, Autrans regularly holds an international gathering where people from around the world discuss technology and future developments.

Location: canton of Villard-de-Lans

Location: Isère

Location: arrondissement of Grenoble

Elevation above the sea: 1,711 m

Shares border with: Montaud, Veurey-Voroize, Engins, Lans-en-Vercors, Autrans-Méaudre-en-Vercors, Noyarey, La Rivière, Saint-Gervais, Méaudre

Website: http://autrans.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.17500,5.54222

Latest update: December 15, 2025 16:04