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Key figures for Isère

Sometimes, numbers speak louder than words. Here are some key figures that showcase the unique offerings of Isère:

Fact sheet

  • 52% of Isère

    is devoted to natural areas

  • 4,087 metres

    above sea level, Pic Lory, the highest point

  • 1.3 M inhabitants

    part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region

  • 512 communes

    including 120 mountain communities

  • 5th largest

    student town in France (Grenoble)

Tourism offerings

  • 100 tourist attractions

    museums, heritage sites, caves and tourist transport facilities

  • 300 outdoor activities

    trail running, cycling, hiking, skiing and more

  • 21 ski resorts

  • 7 great lakes

    (>50ha)

  • 1 national park

    Ecrins National Park

  • 2 regional parks

    Chartreuse Regional Nature Park & Vercors Regional Nature Park

  • 9,000 km

    of signposted hiking trails

  • 7 Michelin

    starred restaurants

International visitors in WINTER

  • 18%

    of tourists come from the UK

  • 11%

    of tourists come from the Netherlands

  • 9%

    of tourists come from Belgium

International visitors in SUMMER

  • 16%

    of tourists come from the Netherlands

  • 11%

    of tourists come from Germany

  • 7%

    of tourists come from the UK