Grenoble

The Grenoble guide is compiled by Sri Ram Ramadas


Airport Information

Grenoble

  • Pre-book your door-to-door transfer with easyJet's transfer partner, Holiday Taxis-from home to the airport, then city or resort (easyjet.holidaytaxis.com). Ski transfers available now.

  • A shuttle bus goes to the central bus station, next to the train station. Tickets: €3.80.

  • Take advantage of the special easyJet inflight rates. Visit the Europcar desk on arrival or call +33 (0)1 5566 8344 from 11am-3pm Monday-Friday and Sunday. If you have pre-booked and arrive out of normal office hours, you'll be met by a Europcar representative.

  • The fare to the city is about €70.

Bon Appetit

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↓ Up to €15
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    (1 bis Rue Lafayette. Tel. 04 7624 1645)
    This spacious café is warm and welcoming on a cold day. Enjoy a country-style atmosphere with delicious dishes made using fresh produce from the market next door.
↓ Up to €30
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    (2 Rue Genissieu. Tel. 04 7687 0528)
    A typical Savoie-style eatery in terms of décor and menu. Ideal for a very filling, tasty meal after a cold day in the mountains.
↓ Up to €50
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    (9 Place de Metz. Tel. 04 7603 0631)
    A seafood lover's paradise. Think unusual flavours mixed with traditional dishes-it serves a mean bouillabaisse. Save room for dessert, you won't be disappointed!
↓ Exclusive
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    (7 Rue Montorge. Tel. 04 7687 5364)
    A menu and setting fit for a king. If you're feeling truly decadent, order the six-course foie gras menu at €78. Those looking for something a little lighter with be pleased with dishes such as celeriac cream soup, sea bass with violet mustard and the divine chocolate tasting dessert.

After Dark

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↓ Low Key
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    (Place St Claire. Tel. 06 8703 5188)
    This discreet bar is located in a bustling area of the city and really comes alive at night. Frequented by a young alternative crowd, with regular photo exhibitions by budding amateurs.
↓ Live Music
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    (2 Place Bérulle. Tel. 04 7601 0566)
    At this popular local Irish pub, you're sure to find a familiar crowd of English-speaking pubgoers and maybe a musician or two performing.
↓ Late & Lively
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    (1 Quai Créqui. Tel. 04 7646 4104 )
    This bar is cool and groovy, and regulars know it as a good place to let your hair down and party late into the night with great music.

On the Ground

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Shop
  • Borel Sports specialises in mountain-sports kit-anything from skiing and boarding to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing (42 Avenue Alsace Lorraine. Tel. 04 7646 4746).
This month
  • Foire de Printemps is the annual spring fair that takes place at Alpexpo this month. You'll find plenty of exhibitors promoting a wide range of lifestyle products (19-23 March).
Insider Tip
  • Catching a bus to one of the many ski stations nearby is easy and affordable. Grenoble bus station offers various bus ticket-and-ski pass combinations at discounted prices (www.transisere.fr, French only).
Key Area
  • Le Sappey Col de Porte is 20 minutes from Grenoble and known as the cradle of Alpine skiing in France. Though it may seem more limited than other resorts in the area, it boasts old-world charm with old wooden chair lifts and traditional restaurants.

Tips

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Day Tripping
  • Les Grottes de Choranche
    Situated in the Vercors Mountains, Les Grottes de Choranche is a spectacular sight-an unusual cave with a network of walking paths beside spectacular waterfalls. There's a restaurant on an attractive terrace and a gift shop, too.
No way!
  • Grenoble is often referred to as the Silicon Valley of Europe, due to its strong presence in research, science and technology industries.

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