fbb-18-web.jpg

The Grésivaudan Valley

  1. Homepage
  2. DISCOVER
  3. In the surrounding area
  4. Grésivaudan Valley

The Grésivaudan valley, nicknamed the “most beautiful garden in France” by Louis XII, is not only popular because of its marvellous landscapes of the Belledonne and Chartreuse Massif, but also because of its heritage and its natural corners. Stretching from Chambéry to Grenoble, the Grésivaudan valley contains many treasures that can easily be discovered from the spa resort of Allevard-les-Bains.

 

Gaining height

You can gain height by hiking on the balconies of Belledonne, but the easiest way to discover the Grésivaudan valley from above is to take the cable railway of Saint-Hilaire du Touvet and take advantage of the opportunity to visit the Icarus laboratory. Taking a funicular that is almost a hundred years old and climbs up to 750 metres is not to be missed. Once up there, enjoy the magnificent view and go to the laboratory. A visit that will prove to be very informative with many experiments and discoveries to be made.

mg-1519.jpg
Pinsot Forges and Mills
Close to Allevard-Les-Bains, the forges and mills of Pinsot are a good idea for an outing. Discover the actions of yesteryear, see the walnut oil and flour mills in operation....
Read more
jardins-du-chteau-du-touvet-2.jpg
Gardens and Castle of Le Touvet
At the end of a long, shaded alley, the majestic gardens and castle of Le Touvet rise majestically. Slightly overhanging the Grésivaudan valley, this place will be a most...
Read more
dji-0001.jpg
The Haut Breda Valley
The Haut Breda Valley is well known to hikers, who enjoy the landscape as much as the hiking trails. It is an old glacier valley about 20 kilometres long. It stretches from the...
Read more
jp-photographe-julien-v--47.jpg
La Terrasse Lake
If there is one place not far from Allevard-les-Bains where you will like to go with your family to cool off while enjoying a long sunny beach, it is the Lac de la Terrasse....
Read more
ad7i8247.jpg
Funicular railway and the Icarus laboratory
Dating back 95 years, the Touvet funicular railway to Saint-Hilaire du Touvet is considered one of the oldest rack and pinion funiculars. Starting from the departure station in...
Read more
fbb-17-web.jpg
Fort Barraux
With its privileged position over the whole Grésivaudan valley, Fort Barraux is one of the oldest and most prestigious defensive battle areas in the valley. It is easy to get...
Read more
dji-0568.jpg
Les 7 Laux
With 3 sites, Prapoutel, Pipay and le Pleynet located on 2 slopes, the 7 Laux resort is one of the most popular resorts in the Belledonne massif. People come here to enjoy...
Read more
2017-03-15-ym-lcdl-01.jpg
Comba Autrafé
Rural museums of popular arts and traditions such as the Comba Autrafé are extraordinary because they retrace the life of people in a region. Here, the museum La Comba Autrafé...
Read more
vue-du-hameau-et-des-bauges.jpg
Avalon Tower
Located in the municipality of Saint-Maximin, the 33-metre high Tour d’Avalon bears witness to history that dates back to the 14th century. As one of the gems of the...
Read more
muse-berges.png
Maison Berges
In the 19th century hydraulic energy transformed industry in the Alps, and particularly that of the Grésivaudan valley and the area around Allevard-les-Bains, with the...
Read more
Le Collet
Le Collet ski resort
Located about 11 km from Allevard-les-Bains, Le Collet is a family resort. Very easily accessible from Allevard-les-Bains, you can ski in winter and enjoy other activities in...
Read more
vue-du-hameau-et-des-bauges.jpg
    jardins-du-chteau-du-touvet-2.jpg
    ad7i8520.jpg

      Discover the historical heritage

      Did you know that the Grésivaudan valley is home to several vestiges of the past? Fans of old stones, the Avalon Tower and Fort Barraux will be thrilled by their undeniable appeal and presence. For those who prefer castles to old bastions, the appeal lies in the gardens and castle of Touvet, one of the jewels of the Grésivaudan valley. The latter is even one of the must-sees when staying in Allevard-les-Bains.

      Would you like to discover a quiet and natural spot?

      The Grésivaudan valley has several little corners of paradise not far from Allevard-les-Bains that you can discover on your own or with others. How about sunbathing or angling for gudgeons at the Lac de la Mirande? Feel like a swim, to cool off or to play with the children on the modules of a nautical base? Take the direction of the lac de la terrasse. It is only a few kilometres away from Allevard-les-Bains.

      Discover all the treasures of the Grésivaudan Valley.

      section-banner-top

      Places to discover

      section-banner-bottom

      Experience to live

      Need ideas?

      Organise your stay

      in Allevard-les-Bains
      Close