Belledonne

#1766 among destinations in France

Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature

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Belledonne is a mountain range in the Dauphiné Alps in southeast France. The southern end of the range forms the eastern wall of the mountains that surround the city of Grenoble. ()

Local name: Chaîne de Belledonne Maximum elevation: 9767 ftCoordinates: 45°2'60"N, 5°48'0"E

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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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

Nearby attractions include: Musée de la Révolution française, Château de Vizille, Lac Achard, Grand lac de Laffrey.

2.2 miNW
Specialty museum, History museum, Art museum
Musée de la Révolution française, Vizille
56 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque town of Vizille, the Musée de la Révolution française serves as a cultural beacon, inviting visitors to delve into the tumultuous period of the French Revolution. This unique museum, set within the historic Château de Vizille, offers a...
2.2 miNW
French Revolution museum in a castle
Château de Vizille, Vizille
56 min walk • The Château de Vizille is a castle in the French town of Vizille near Grenoble. It is one of the most prestigious and important castles of the Dauphiné Region. Traditionally since the 14th century the Dauphiné was the homeland of the inheritor of the French throne. Today the Château de Vizille houses the Musée de la Révolution française.
6.6 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac Achard
170 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...
2.9 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Grand lac de Laffrey
75 min walk • The Grand lac de Laffrey is the largest of the Laffrey lakes, located in Matheysine 23 km south of Grenoble, in the Isère département of France.
5.4 miS
Natural attraction, Lake
Lac de Pierre-Châtel, Saint-Théoffrey
137 min walk • Lac de Pierre-Châtel is a lake between Pierre-Châtel and Saint-Théoffrey in the Isère department of France. Its surface area is 1.4 km². In the North are the Lac de Pétichet and the Grand lac de Laffrey.
4.3 miS
Natural attraction, Lake
Lac de Petichet, Saint-Théoffrey
110 min walk • Lac de Pétichet is a lake at Saint-Théoffrey in the Isère department of France, 400 m south of the Grand lac de Laffrey.
5.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Le Tabor
133 min walk • Le Tabor is a mountain in the Isère department of France.
5.8 miNE
Locality
Chamrousse
149 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.
2.1 miNW
45°4'31"N • 5°46'29"E
Hercule, Vizille
55 min walk • Monuments and statues
2.2 miSW
Locality
Laffrey
58 min walk • For nature lovers, Laffrey boasts an abundance of scenic hiking trails that wind through lush forests and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. The nearby Lac de Laffrey is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and picnicking, making it an ideal...
5 miN
Locality
Vaulnaveys-le-Haut
127 min walk • Vaulnaveys-le-Haut is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France.