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Trekking & hiking

Outdoor

Thanks to the diversity of its natural landscapes, Isère lends itself perfectly to hiking, cycling or day trips that reveal hidden treasures. From the serene banks of the Rhône to the majestic peaks of the Alps, Isère offers a captivating range of landscapes. In the forest, countryside or mountains, visitors can unwind and revel in the wonders of its three nature parks.

A few figures to set the scene:

  • 3,954 m: the elevation difference between the highest and lowest points in the Isère department.
  • 9,000 km of signposted footpaths.
  • 600 km of cycle paths.
  • 1 National Park: Les Écrins.
  • 2 Regional Nature Parks: Vercors and Chartreuse.
  • 145 Sensitive natural areas.
  • 12 Nature reserves.
  • 7 large lakes covering over 50 hectares each.
  • 8,000 km of rivers.
  • 296,000 hectares of forest, covering 38% of the territory.

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