Discover Sainte-agnes, Isère, Rhône-Alpes: Hidden Gems

A fairly long but not very difficult loop, full of countryside and variety. You'll stroll along streams, through meadows and into the forest (and even over tunnels!). Don't forget to admire the scenery and the peaks of the Belledonne.

An easy walk for all the family. You'll pass the hang-glider launch site (a wooden springboard that plunges down into the valley) and then enjoy a break at the viewpoint indicator, where you can admire the exceptional panorama over Belledonne and the Vercors.

This route, typical of Le Plateau des Petites Roches, will take you along the cliffs overlooking the Grésivaudan valley, where you can enjoy magnificent views of the neighbouring Belledonne massif.

This route links up with routes 5, 7 and 9 from St-Pierre-de-Chartreuse

This route takes in all the charm of Le Plateau des Petites Roches along its entire length, with the added bonus of breathtaking views over Le Plateau, the Grésivaudan valley and the Belledonne massif!

This short hike from the funicular railway is full of surprises, from the remarkable panoramic views of the Belledonne massif to the colourful skies filled with paragliders and an excursion into the woods.

The Pas de Rocheplane is one of the few points of passage through the cliffs, providing access to the Hauts Plateaux de Chartreuse from St Hilaire du Touvet. Magnificent!

An easy, almost flat walk, ideal for families or beginners. Magnificent views over the valley, the Belledonne mountain range and the Oule waterfall (on the edge of Le Plateau des Petites Roches).

This short hike from the funicular railway is full of surprises, from the remarkable panoramic views of the Belledonne massif to the colourful skies filled with paragliders and an excursion into the woods.

The walk is not difficult but can be tricky on the edge of a ravine - especially with children - so don't stray from the signs. The loop keeps to the foot of Bec Charvet and has a fine view over the Combe du Manival and the valley.

Gite for 10 people in the heart of the village of St Pancrasse, completely refurbished in 2018. "Sous la Dent" pizzeria/bar 20 metres away, other shops 3 km away.

For 51 years, the Coupe Icare has been the world's biggest paragliding, paramotor and air sports event. 10,000 pilots, 90,000 visitors, 1,000 volunteers. Icarnaval, Icare expo, Icare show... a whole world to discover!

At 2100 meters, the refuge of La Pra, close to the many clear lakes of the Massif Belledonne, will delight anglers, hikers and families. La Pra is also a wonderful pasture where you can encounter marmots, wild sheep and ibex. The refuge is a stopover on the GR 738 from Chamrousse. The surrounding peaks are often accessible in summer, either on footpaths or "off-track" for those who prefer less frequented areas (Vaudaine, Doménon, Croix de Belledonne sectors), as soon as the snow has disappeared. You are entering a Natura 2000 protected area where swimming in rivers and lakes is strictly prohibited. From the Pré Raymond parking lot, take the forest road, then a path to the left (south-east). A few hairpin bends bring you to an almost level path leading out of the forest. Cross the stream before reaching the dam and Lac du Crozet. Follow the path along the lake and up the Vallon de Mercier to the Col de la Pra. At the col, turn right (south) and descend to the refuge, 5 minutes from the col de la Pra. From Chamrousse, from the parking lot at the foot of the Grande Aiguille, follow the GR de Pays, then pass between the lakes (GR 738). Climb slightly before descending into the combe de l'Echaillon. Turn left onto the path leading to the Oursière waterfalls, then right onto the path leading to Lac David. Climb up to Lac Léama, then on to Lac Longet and Lac Claret. Climb up to the refuge. From the Recoin de Chamrousse, take the GR 738 to Lac Robert. Then follow the same route as the Croix de Chamrousse.

An apartment for 12/15 people located at the foot of the slopes in the St Hilaire resort.

At the gateway to Grenoble and the Grésivaudan Valley, experience and savour the pleasures of winter surrounded by one of the most beautiful panoramas in the Alps.

The Balcons de Marcieu group gîte can accommodate up to 15 people in 5 bedrooms. It has the Clévacances accreditation

Communal group and stopover gîte for 15 people. 4 bedrooms with bathroom/WC, refurbished in December 2022.

The Les 7 Laux refuge sits on an island at an altitude of 2,135 m, surrounded by the Rocher Blanc and the Pic de la Belle Etoile, and the clear blue waters of 12 mountain lakes. Getting there : By Belledonne, two routes are possible among others to access the refuge: Fond de France or Le Pleynet. After Allevard les Bains, direction Fond de France or Le Pleynet. At Fond de France, the trail starts in the car park next to the gîte l’Essentiel. At Le Pleynet take the forest road at the end of the car park (the one up). High gain : 1100 Walking time : 4 to 5h Ease of access : difficult IGN map : n°3335 ET

In the heart of the French Alps, 8km from Grenoble, Uriage benefits from a temperate climate in a green setting preserved from pollution. The Thermal Center offers the remarkable benefits of a UNIQUE WATER rich in trace elements and minerals. Uriage thermal water is the unique active ingredient used at Établissement Thermal d'Uriage. This water is sulfurated, it contains sodium chloride and isotonic. Its molecular concentration is identical to that of blood serum, ensuring better tolerance of thermal treatments and excellent efficiency of the sulfur and its other elements Thanks to its exceptional composition and natural isotonicity, Uriage Thermal Spring Water treats patients suffering from a wide range of conditions in rheumatology, dermatology, ENT/respiratory tract and oral-lingual mucosal disorders. It also provides specialized care for infants and children...

At the heart of the spa resort, «Grand Hôtel” welcomes every types of stays based on relaxation, gastronomy and wellness. Get yourself a getaway, revitalize and enjoy top-of-the-range services. Just 15 minutes from the center of Grenoble, discover the Grand Hôtel in Uriage-les-Bains, a 4-star establishment where comfort rhymes with relaxation. The Grand Hôtel welcomes you to an elegant Napoleon III building with a decor that blends contemporary and Belle Epoque touches. Discover top-of-the-range rooms and suites, all with intimate, personalized decor inspired by the great names who have stayed at Uriage. You are also invited to the "La Table d'Uriage" restaurant. Enjoy our chef's skillfully prepared cuisine in a cosy setting overlooking the park. An address not to be missed near Grenoble. In addition to gastronomic pleasures, you can relax and enjoy our Thermal Spa, directly integrated into the establishment. Enjoy a dedicated area with heated pools, sauna, hammam, relaxation area and treatments by physiotherapists and beauticians. The Grand Hôtel is also the ideal venue for your seminars near Grenoble. The meeting room is fully equipped, and a team of professionals will support you throughout the organization of your event. Facing the Parc d'Uriage, combine comfort, gastronomy and relaxation!

La Maison Bergès [the Bergès family home] - Museum of Hydroelectric Power, standing at the foot of the Belledonne Massif, is an exceptional cultural heritage site which transports visitors back in time to the advent of hydroelectric power.

You'll discover the magnificent Dioux waterfall on the Tour des Petites Roches trail, near the old Porte Traine mill (in Saint Hilaire du Touvet).

You can see the Porte Traine mill on the Tour des Petites Roches hike, close to the Dioux waterfall. It is one of the oldest buildings on the plateau.

This museum halving spaces, the one dedicated to the ibex and the other one to the story of the crash of Sir Trafford Leigh-Mallory's plane on November 14th, 1944 above the Rivier d' Allemont.Free entrance This space also recalls the disappearance in November 1944 of the great British air marshal, Sir Trafford Leigh-Mallory, in a mysterious plane crash over the Rivier d'Allemond. Portrait of the Lord of the Alps: On the verge of extinction at the end of the 19th century, the ibex, an emblematic animal of the Alpine fauna, is now being reintroduced in the various Alpine massifs. Its conservation, morphology, habitat and diet through the seasons, social life, predators and scientific monitoring in the Belledonne massif are all presented through a beautiful scenography, films, games, panels, mountain outings... Espace York Mallory:The story of the disappearance, in November 1944 in a mysterious plane crash over Rivier d'Allemond, of British Air Chief Marshal Sir Trafford Leigh-Mallory, who commanded the Allied air force during the Normandy landings, is told here. LABEL : The museum is a member of the "Route des Savoir-Faire de l'Oisans".

Mountain church with a typical Dauphin porch bell tower, featuring 8 stained glass windows, created by the painter Arcabas and realized by the master glass artist Christophe Berthier. The church of Sappey-en-Chartreuse has been a symbolic landmark for nearly nine centuries, at the entrance to a mountain range marked by religious spirituality. Attested on the site since 1115, the building was redesigned in the 17th century and then in the 19th century with the help of the monks of the Grande Chartreuse. The eight stained glass windows that adorn the church are the work of Arcabas. They represent the Resurection of Christ and were made by Christophe Berthier, a master glass artist from Grenoble.

This is the largest high-altitude marsh in the Chartreuse Park. It is made up of three natural environments: orchid meadows, reed beds and scattered willow woodlands. The Marais des Sagnes is located a little way out of town, in a valley below the hamlet of Les Sagnes. It offers a mosaic of wetlands: reedbeds, orchid meadows and willow groves of high biological value. The site lies on the edge of the forested slopes of the Ecoutoux, in a traditional mid-mountain agricultural landscape. The marsh is home to numerous species of mammals, amphibians and birds, such as the Roe Deer and the Common Snipe. It is also home to protected plants such as the Marsh Ragwort and the beautiful Traunsteiner's Orchid.

Up on Saint Eynard fort, you are overlooking Grenoble, tightly clang on to the bicentennial stones of the military fort. Defying gravity and vertigo, you are in position to challenge Belledonne summits, face to face. You may feel like a reckless warden of this proud sentinel -watching the city nested down in the valley, with winding Isère river. Overlooking Grenoble from the Saint Eynard (1338m), it's like clinging to the two-hundred-year-old stones of this military construction, feet in the air. It's to defy - without feeling dizzy - the snow-capped peaks of the Belledonne mountains in front of you, to feel invincible, guardian of the proud sentinel dominating the city nestled below, and to follow the Isère river coiled within. To feel Corenc, Montbonnot and Meylan small, nestling at the foot of the Chartreuse massif. Ignore the Vercors, a little too far away in the landscape. Finally, in summer and winter alike, soak up the fresh air, stop for a break at the Fort's restaurant, then discover the history of this military heritage, and share a unique viewpoint with the men, soldiers and architects who preceded us here.

Rehabilitated between 1991 and 1995 and open to the public, the Saint-Eynard fort offers a beautiful view of the Belledonne massif, the Grésivaudan valley and Grenoble. A permanent exhibition on the life of the garrison at the fort awaits you. The technological evolution of artillery during the 19th century forced the military authorities to review the defensive system at the national level. From then on, the defense of the territory was organized around a series of separate forts that crossed each other. Grenoble's defense, also linked to the creation of the new kingdom of Italy in 1861, was ensured by the forts of Saint-Eynard, Bourcet, Quatre-Seigneurs, Montavie, Mûrier and Comboire, to which were added several artillery batteries such as Quichat and Néron. The fort of St Eynard controlled the roads crossing the Chartreuse, thanks to 25 artillery pieces and a garrison of 477 men.

Hike GR®738 from Chamrousse - the Pra shelter, nothing to envy to the greatest routes of great trekking! Discover the beautiful and more or less secret mountain lakes on the 10th stage of the GR®738 : Léama, Longet, Bernard, Claret ... The hiking trail to the refuge de la Pra alternates between ponds and clearings, but it's above all the crystal-clear lakes that make this place exceptional: - lac Léama: 1,880 meters above sea level and 0.13 hectares (1,300 m2) in size (bivouac allowed 7-9pm, but fire and swimming prohibited) - lac Bernard: 1997 meters altitude and 0.4 hectares (4000 m2) surface area (bivouac tolerated 19h-9h, fishing authorized with fishing permit, but fire and swimming prohibited) - lac Longet: 2027 meters altitude, 2.4 hectares surface area and 7.5 meters maximum depth (bivouac tolerated 19h-9h, fishing authorized with fishing permit, but fire and swimming prohibited) - lac Claret: 2047 meters altitude, 1.2 hectares surface area and 5.5 meters maximum depth (fishing authorized with fishing permit, but bivouacs, fires and swimming prohibited). - lac Merlat: altitude 2044 meters, surface area 2.4 hectares, maximum depth 12 meters (fishing authorized with fishing permit, but bivouac, fire and swimming prohibited) - lac David: 2212 meters altitude, 1 hectare surface area and 11 meters maximum depth (bivouac tolerated 7pm-9am, fishing authorized with fishing permit, but fire and swimming prohibited). It is located 500 meters above the refuge de la Pra, to the west when you have the refuge at your back. Nearby: Lac du Crozet and Lac du Doménon (Lac du Petit Doménon and Lac du Grand Doménon). Once a chalet-hotel, the refuge de la Pra was very popular with hikers and climbers. Now refurbished, it sleeps 90 in summer. The GR®738 - Haute traversée de Belledonne is a challenge to be taken up over one or more days to discover the southern part of this massif, leaving from Chamrousse for a one-day loop or a two-day itinerary. Lakes and pastures meet ski lifts, tourism and pastoralism share the space. Swimming in the lakes is forbidden by municipal decree of the commune of Revel.

Conceived, designed and created by the artist Arcabas over a period of more than thirty years, this collection of one hundred and eleven paintings, stained glass windows, sculptures and furniture is one of the most accomplished examples of twentieth-century sacred art. Located in an exceptional setting in the heart of the Chartreuse Regional Nature Park, the museum offers visitors a unique experience of encounter with the world of the painter and sculptor Arcabas. Nowadays, it's rare to see a building whose interior volume is so vigorously possessed by color. Subordinate to the initial volume, but deliberate in the development of its expression, it takes root on the structure of the vault and blossoms in symmetry around the perimeter of the central vessel. You have to enter this small mountain church, built in 1860, far from the world, to get the shock of this colorful mass, solemnly ordered, becoming a fiery speech, which goes from exordium to narration to end in the conversation of sacred texts. Small in construction, it suddenly becomes large, thanks to a unity of tone that absorbs and includes the entire chromatic scale, and all the diversity of plastic proposals. Intended, conceived and realized by a single artist, abandoned and then revived over the course of more than thirty years, this unique ensemble ranks as one of the most ardent and accomplished achievements of contemporary sacred art. After several years spent searching for church walls to paint, where he could express himself and his faith through painting, Arcabas finally came across the modest church of Saint Hugues and its parish priest, Raymond Truffot, in February 1952. The church was undergoing roof and floor repairs. The mayor, confident in his priest, agreed to an artistic intervention inside the church, graciously offered by this unknown painter. It was the beginning of an adventure, but also of a friendship between an artist and a priest, who placed his unwavering trust in the twenty-five-year-old until his death. But little does anyone know that the adventure itself will last thirty-four years.

Situated at the foot of the Dent de Crolles with a terrace offering beautiful views of the Chartreuse and Belledonne mountains. Restaurant separate from the bar. Terrace with park, children's play area and pétanque area nearby.

Panoramic restaurant adjacent to the funicular station. Traditional menu featuring regional products. Open 7 days a week in summer.

The Route 61 restaurant serves home-made burgers and kebabs, chips, salads and cuts of meat

This restaurant is located at the foot of the ski slopes, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the Dent de Crolles. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and traditional dishes on the sunny terrace!

La Villa, the biggest cabaret dinner show in the Rhone-Alpes region, themed night parties Tuesday and Saturday nights.

Discover a unique place combining brasserie , bar, lounge , terrace, seminar rooms and private lounge. Our contemporary space open for various prestations and offers live entertainment and DJ club mix The restaurant is ideal for business meals, receptions and customized events: product launches, anniversaries, private parties, seminars, study days, conferences...

Located just before Les Ayes car park on the Col du Coq, l'Estive du Haut offers a range of mountain-style snacks: diots, mountain platters (Chartreuse cheese and charcuterie), tarts and traditional beers, available to eat in or take away.

Le café de la place offers traditional French cuisine in a pleasant, warm and retro setting. This historic café is located on the town square in Saint-Martin-d'Uriage since 1898. The owners welcome you in a relaxing family restaurant with a menu featuring fresh, local produce and simple, traditional, home-cooked cuisine. The menu is renewed daily to the delight of regulars. Come and discover this friendly place and enjoy the warmth of the wood-burning stove in winter or the large sunny terrace in summer, accompanied by an aperitif and a few drinks with friends at the end of the day.

Overlooking the city of Grenoble from Corenc, the Corne d'Or restaurant provides an amazing view over the Belledonne massif. The guests may enjoy their courses while reveling in the unique mountain sight.

In this charming Inn near Grenoble, in the large room with a beautiful fireplace or on the quiet and shady terrace, enjoy, in an explosion of balanced and inventive flavours, a traditional and generous cuisine. Auberge St Michel offers traditional cuisine and a warm atmosphere. A la carte or with a choice of different menus, discover our specialties: foie gras and homemade gingerbread, frogs... Groups and themed meals by prior arrangement.

Located on a vantage point, the Jean Collet refuge is a quiet, cosy spot in the middle of nature. The hikes around the refuge, which are of varying degrees of difficulty, will take you to the lakes and passes of the Belledonne. Getting there : High gain : Walking time : Ease of access : IGN map :

Gite for 10 people in the heart of the village of St Pancrasse, completely refurbished in 2018. "Sous la Dent" pizzeria/bar 20 metres away, other shops 3 km away.

Free, open-access service area with waste disposal (next to Les Petites Roches campsite, opposite the tennis court).

Situated in the heart of the Belledonne massif on the GR 738, the Habert d'Aiguebelle refuge (1,735 m) was completely renovated in 2017 from an old building that was once used as a sheepfold.

At 2100 meters, the refuge of La Pra, close to the many clear lakes of the Massif Belledonne, will delight anglers, hikers and families. La Pra is also a wonderful pasture where you can encounter marmots, wild sheep and ibex. The refuge is a stopover on the GR 738 from Chamrousse. The surrounding peaks are often accessible in summer, either on footpaths or "off-track" for those who prefer less frequented areas (Vaudaine, Doménon, Croix de Belledonne sectors), as soon as the snow has disappeared. You are entering a Natura 2000 protected area where swimming in rivers and lakes is strictly prohibited. From the Pré Raymond parking lot, take the forest road, then a path to the left (south-east). A few hairpin bends bring you to an almost level path leading out of the forest. Cross the stream before reaching the dam and Lac du Crozet. Follow the path along the lake and up the Vallon de Mercier to the Col de la Pra. At the col, turn right (south) and descend to the refuge, 5 minutes from the col de la Pra. From Chamrousse, from the parking lot at the foot of the Grande Aiguille, follow the GR de Pays, then pass between the lakes (GR 738). Climb slightly before descending into the combe de l'Echaillon. Turn left onto the path leading to the Oursière waterfalls, then right onto the path leading to Lac David. Climb up to Lac Léama, then on to Lac Longet and Lac Claret. Climb up to the refuge. From the Recoin de Chamrousse, take the GR 738 to Lac Robert. Then follow the same route as the Croix de Chamrousse.

An apartment for 12/15 people located at the foot of the slopes in the St Hilaire resort.

This family-friendly campsite is located just a stone's throw from the Lac de la Terrasse. Shady and quiet, the strategic location of the Lac de la Terrasse campsite makes it a lively place year round. The Lac de la Terrasse campsite offers over 80 pitches and 8 new fully-equipped chalets, with plenty of sport activities and relaxation opportunities. Just a few kilometers far from the ski resorts and on the shores of Lac de la Terrasse, this campsite is an ideal destination in both winter and summer. You will find a snack bar/restaurant/event center on site and a beach watched by a lifeguard all summer.

New building (2012) 90 studios and apartments at the heart of the Inovallée technology park (350 high-tech companies). Adjoined the “Brasserie Quartier Gabriel”, offering also 3 rooms for seminars. 90 studios and apartments, 6 are made for people with reduced mobility. Located at the heart of the business district of Montbonnot-Saint-Martin, 10 min away from the inner city and 30 minutes to reach ski resorts. The hotel-Appart « Appart’City Confort Grenoble Inovallée » offers an independent housing. From the double studio to the apartment for 4 people, it will be perfect for your business trip or with family.

Between Grenoble and Chamrousse on 2 ha, discover the incredible campsite, original and residential at the mountain to experience differently camping: enjoy a beautiful view from your yurt with Jacuzzi, bubble-tent or coco-sweet… Unmissable! 7 kms from the Uriage thermal baths, the accommodation ground is 2ha large, surrounding by nature. Possibility to rent caravans, Mobil-homes, yurts, coco-sweet, and bubble tent on stilts. Stunning view on the Vercors mountain range and the Isere valley where snowed peaks surrounding you raised. Grocery-snack Calm setting and stunning view

The Balcons de Marcieu group gîte can accommodate up to 15 people in 5 bedrooms. It has the Clévacances accreditation