In summer, Grenoble and its surroundings turn into a huge outdoor playground. The city is ringed by mountains, and the weather is warm and bright, so most of the best activities are free and take you straight outside the city.

Hiking and the mountains

• Hiking through the city and up into the mountains
• The Vercors regional natural park – one of the largest natural parks in France
• The Chaîne de Belledonne – a classic hike right above the city
• Chartreuse mountain range

Water sports and lakes

• Lac de la Taillat
• Lac de Fiancey
• Lacs du Bois Français
• Swimming and kayaking on the Isère river

Other outdoor activities

• Climbing and via ferrata – the Vercors is a world-famous climbing area
• Cycling and mountain biking around Grenoble
• Paragliding and the “Téléphérique” cable car above the city