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Isère (US: / iːˈzɛər / ee-ZAIR, [ 3 ][ 4 ]French: [izɛʁ] ⓘ; Arpitan: Isera; Occitan: Isèra, Occitan pronunciation: [iˈsɛɾa]) is a landlocked department in the southeastern French region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Named after the river Isère, it had a population of 1,271,166 in 2019. [ 5 ] Its prefecture is Grenoble.
Isère's Highlights. Isère's fame spreads far and wide from the legendary Alpe d'Huez climb with 21 hairpin bends to Chartreuse liqueur and dizzying roads and villages clinging to the Vercors cliffs. Discover top events, renowned historic sites and tasty local products which are the pride of Isère. View more.
The lower valley constitutes a section of the Plain of Valence [ fr ] (also called the Valentinois) [ 7 ] and is characterized by the river's deep, winding channel. Instead of widening its banks over time, the Isère has dug deeper into its bed, forming stepped fluvial terraces.
Isère takes its name from the river that crosses the department in Auvergne-Rhône- Alpes, eastern France. Its famous for its ski resorts but it’s also a wonderful area to visit in summer. Wide open spaces, loads of activities and stunning scenery guaranteed. Here’s what to see and do in Isère….
Isère is one of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution on 4 March 1790 with Moirans as its capital. [4] It was formed from part of the former province of Dauphiné. It was divided in four districts: Grenoble, Saint-Marcellin, La Tour-du-Pin and Vienne. The capital was transfered in 1790 from Moirans to Grenoble.
Sep 19, 2022 · In the heart of south-eastern France, Isère has exceptional natural attractions and a rich range of cultural offerings – from outdoor activities year-round, to art de vivre (the French art of living), plus fine cities to explore, including Grenoble and Vienne. Here is our pick of its slow tourism and outdoor offerings.
Isere is best known for the winter sports, mountain passes and ski resorts in the east of the department. A large part of the department has impressive mountain scenery making it a popular destination with outdoor enthusiasts for most of the year.
Isère is part of the current region of Rhône-Alpes and is surrounded by the department of Rhône, Ain, Savoie, Hautes-Alpes, Drôme, Ardèche, and Loire. Isère includes a part of the French Alps. The highest point in the department is the summit of La Meije at 3,987 meters.
Isère River, river, southeastern France, originating in the Savoy Alps on the Italian frontier and flowing 180 miles (290 km) to its confluence with the Rhône above Valence, draining a basin of approximately 4,600 square miles (12,000 square km). It rises in an amphitheatre of glaciers at 7,900.
Isere places to visit and attractions. Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Isere department of Rhone-Alpes. See also our Isere travel guide.
