Grenoble

Key Facts about Grenoble

1. Grenoble is a city in southeastern France.
   
   
2. Grenoble is located at the foot of the Alps in the Rhône-Alpes region.
   
   
3. As of the 1999 census Grenoble had a population of 514,559. However, as of 2007, the population of Grenoble had risen to an estimated 552,547.
   
   
4. Grenoble is located in the Rhône-Alpes region, and is the capital of the department of Isère.
   
   
5. Grenoble is sometimes known in France as the "Capital of the Alps".
   
   
6. Grenoble is an important scientific centre.
   
   
7. The World Trade Center of Grenoble (WTC G) opened in 1993. As a result of this, Grenoble has become an important international city,

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Fodor's Essential France (Full-color Travel Guide) By Fodor's Travel Guides FODORS Released: 2017-03-14 Paperback (832 pages) List Price: $24.99* Lowest New Price: $10.49* Lowest Used Price: $17.72* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:22 Pacific 19 Apr 2018 More Info) Click Here FODORS Product Description: Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years. Unforgettable artwork, heavenly villages, and dream cities--there are so many reasons to visit France that deciding where to go and what to do can be a bit overwhelming. Fodor's Essential France takes the guesswork out of choosing the perfect French experiences by compiling the top choices chosen by Fodor's army of France-based writers. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps plus a handy pullout map with essential Paris information · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path · In-depth breakout features on Provence's fields of lavender, the wine cellars of Champagne, and Mont-St-Michel's medieval glory · Side trips from Paris including Chartres, Versailles, and Monet's Garden   · Coverage of Paris Neighbourhoods, Western Ile-de-France, Eastern Ile-de-France, Loire Valley, and Grenoble Planning to focus on just part of France? Check out Fodor's travel guides to Paris and Provence & the French Riviera.

Lyon & French Alps Travel Guide - Attractions, Eating, Drinking, Shopping & Places To Stay By Brendan Kavanagh CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform Paperback (72 pages) List Price: $14.95* Lowest New Price: $14.49* Lowest Used Price: $4.50* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:22 Pacific 19 Apr 2018 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Lyon’s “Vieux Lyon” (Old Town) is a gourmand’s delight that is located at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers. This city of beautiful Renaissance houses is one of the most important in France and has many historical attractions to see including the Roman City and the Notre Dame de Fourviere Cathedral. The French Alps lie to the north of Provence and the French Riviera and are within easy to reach of Lyon, Geneva, Grenoble and Nice. The region is one of the most popular skiing destinations in the world and is called the “snow-capped roof” of Europe. The resort of Chamonix was the setting of the first Winter Olympics in 1924. The capital of the region is Grenoble, a city where the first stirrings of the French Revolution took place. Other towns of note include Annecy, with its beautiful backdrop of Lac d'Annecy and Briancon, the highest town in France.

Michelin Map No. 523 Rhone-Alpes (France), Annecy, Grenoble (including map of Lyon) : Scale 1cm : 3km) (French Edition) French & European Pubns Map List Price: $18.95* Lowest New Price: $18.95* Lowest Used Price: $92.86* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:22 Pacific 19 Apr 2018 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Recognized for more than a century for clarity, accuracy and detail even the military has relied Michelin maps Michelin offers over 200 selections for cities, regions and countries in North America, Europe, Africa and Asia. In-house cartographers, or mapmakers produce each map and atlas and leave no stone unturned. Everything from major roads to the tiniest routes is depicted on Michelin maps to allow travelers to go off the beaten path with confidence. What makes Michelin maps and atlases stand out? Michelin maps are frequently updated and specifically designed with travelers in mind. Michelin's cartography, user-friendly format and cross-referencing abilities with its renowned guidebook collections are paramount. The clear, clean and uncluttered style of Michelin maps is compounded with extreme attention to detail covering scenic roads, footpaths, panoramic views, emergency telephones, road widths and more. It's this kind of detail that can, for example, help North American tourists avoid surprises while traveling down narrow roads that are often hundreds of years old. Buildings, monuments, park trails and government offices are highlighted, too. When it comes to ease of use, Michelin has really done its homework. Michelin maps and the patented Michelin fold make it a snap to refold, even with one hand on the wheel. All Michelin atlases are available in spiral format, too. That's the number one binding preference according to independent consumer research. Michelin's unique cross-referencing system also makes mapping out travelers trips a cinch. Maps and guides throughout the Michelin collection work together with universal symbols directing to more information.

Malibu Diary: Notes From An Urban Refugee (Environmental Arts and Humanities Series) By Penelope B. Grenoble Brand: University of Nevada Press Hardcover (200 pages) List Price: $24.95* Lowest New Price: $9.00* Lowest Used Price: $3.99* Usually ships in 4-5 business days* *(As of 01:22 Pacific 19 Apr 2018 More Info) Click Here Used Book in Good Condition Product Description: Combining environmental history, personal memoir and a view on the complicated relationship between humans and the landscapes they destroy by loving them too much, this book is a warning beacon highlighting how it is that a lifestyle, however alluring, can be made precarious by the very natural forces that creates its charm. This diary is a provocative exploration of the tenuous interface between the urban and wild worlds, and of the nature of community in an increasingly profit-oriented society.

City Maps Grenoble France By James McFee CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform Paperback (24 pages) List Price: $12.13* Lowest New Price: $11.82* Lowest Used Price: $11.94* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:22 Pacific 19 Apr 2018 More Info) Click Here Product Description: City Maps Grenoble France is an easy to use small pocket book filled with all you need for your stay in the big city. Attractions, pubs, bars, restaurants, museums, convenience stores, clothing stores, shopping centers, marketplaces, police, emergency facilities are only some of the places you will find in this map. This collection of maps is up to date with the latest developments of the city as of 2017. We hope you let this map be part of yet another fun Grenoble adventure :)

Michelin Map France Regional : Map 523 Rhone-Alpes (France), Annecy, Grenoble (including map of Lyon) ; Tear-resistant ; 1/200,000 (French Edition) By Michelin French and European Publications Inc Paperback (1 pages) List Price: $19.95* Lowest New Price: $19.95* Lowest Used Price: $14.36* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:22 Pacific 19 Apr 2018 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Michelin regional maps each contain practical road and route information. Special Michelin reads-like-a-book format for easy use in folding and unfolding. Useful information for planning trips, including gas stations, 24-hour service stations, toll gates, rest areas and service plazas. Clear, precise cartography. Icons pinpoint important travel information.  Use with the Michelin Green Guide Auvergne Rhone Valley.

Top Ten Sights: Grenoble Released: 2014-07-20 Kindle Edition (31 pages)   Product Description: ‘Top Ten Sights: Grenoble’ is the ultimate guide to a fascinating city, giving you the background and history on the top ten attractions. We focus on the essentials; there are ten chapters of text, one on each attraction, all written by our team of experienced travel writers. With so many different monuments, historical sights, restaurants, shops bars and nightlife to see, make sure that you experience the best of everything Grenoble has to offer, and don't miss a thing - ‘Top Ten Sights: Grenoble’ is the only guide you need!

Grenoble Inkmap - maps for eReaders, sightseeing, museums, going out, hotels (English) Verlag Inkmap Released: 2014-08-06 Kindle Edition (357 pages)   Product Description: INKMAP 'Grenoble' brings interactive maps to your eReader. An extensive list of restaurants, hotels, bars and museums selected by the editors, along with an alphabetical street directory, are directly linked to the respective detailed maps. INKMAP maps are specially optimized for eInk-Reader with touchscreen. They are high-contrast and contain three zoom levels. You can find more information, video tutorials and assistance at our website. With your purchase, you support OpenStreetMap: 10% of the proceeds will be donated to these organizations. We welcome feedback. Let us know what sort of map you want and help us improve INKMAP: www.inkmap.com