Croix de Belledonne

#744 among destinations in France

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Croix de Belledonne, at 2,926 metres, is one of the highest points in the Belledonne range in the French Alps, close to the highest summit in the range, Grand Pic de Belledonne at 2,977 metres. The name derives from the cross erected on the summit. ()

Alternative names: First ascent: 1850Elevation: 9600 ftCoordinates: 45°10'7"N, 5°59'17"E

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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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Croix de Belledonne – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lac Achard, Golf de l'Alpe d'Huez, Lac du Verney, Lac Besson.

5.7 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac Achard
145 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, Lac Achard is a pristine mountain lake that captivates the senses with its serene beauty. Located at an elevation of 1,917 meters, it is a jewel of the Chamrousse ski resort area, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling ski...
7.2 miSE
45°5'16"N • 6°4'55"E
Golf de l'Alpe d'Huez, Alpe d'Huez
184 min walk • Golf
3.6 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac du Verney, Allemond
92 min walk • Lac du Verney is an artificial reservoir in the department of Isère, in the Rhône-Alpes of France. It serves as the lower reservoir for the Grand'Maison Dam pumped-storage scheme. Neighbouring lakeside communities include Oz and Allemond. Since 2006 it has hosted the opening swim of the Alpe d'Huez Triathlon.
5.9 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac Besson, Alpe d'Huez
152 min walk • Lac Besson is a lake in Isère, France.
6.7 miSE
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Notre-Dame des Neiges, Alpe d'Huez
172 min walk • Notre-Dame des Neiges is a church in the municipality of Alpe d'Huez, built in the twentieth century and dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
~1340 ftNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Grand Pic de Belledonne
7 min walk • The Grand Pic de Belledonne is the highest mountain in the Belledonne massif in the Dauphiné Alps at 2,977 metres.
4.1 miSE
Area
Oz, Allemond
104 min walk • Oz is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France.
4.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lacs Robert
113 min walk • The Robert lakes are three French alpine lakes in the southern Belledonne range, near the winter sports resort of Chamrousse. The western lake, the largest, has an area of 8.5 ha. the northern lake of 1.5 ha, and the southern lake of 1 ha.
6.6 miSE
Locality
Huez
169 min walk • Huez is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France. The mountain resort Alpe d'Huez is located in the commune. L'Alpe d'Huez is often an ascent on the Tour de France.
6.6 miSW
Locality
Chamrousse
168 min walk • With its prime location in the heart of the French Alps, Chamrousse boasts an extensive network of ski slopes catering to all levels of expertise. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice, you'll find plenty of options to suit your skill level.
3.6 miSE
45°7'56"N • 6°2'26"E
Mairie d'Allemont, Allemond
92 min walk • City hall