The city of Grenoble is just north of the prominent Mont Aiguille, whose limestone cliffs soar to 2,085 meters before reaching an abrupt end. The flat mesa summit stands within the Vercors Regional Natural Park, and is a prime spot for top-class mountain climbing. The steep cliffs are actually quite easy to ascend as it doesn’t pose much technical difficulty, yet the views are captivating.
Country Code
+33
Currency
Euro
Language
French
Best time to visit
Visit in the warmer months between June and October for ideal mountain climbing conditions
What’s the weather like?
The city of Grenoble receives an oceanic climate, while the mountainous regions feature cooler temperatures
Resting in the southeast of France at the foot of the French Alps is the city of Grenoble. It is located in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region, and nicknames itself as the Capital of the Alps, given its size and location. The medieval village transformed into an industrial powerhouse and are now grown into an important center for research and technology. The city is surrounded by mountains, with the Belledonne range standing to the east, and the Vercors massif to the west
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