Day Tripping to Grenoble
One of the many perks about traveling in Europe is the accessibility of trains. After a few blissful days in Paris, my boyfriend and I decided to take a short and sweet detour to Grenoble. The southeastern French city is as picturesque as a postcard. Reminding me of South American landscape, seeing the mountains peeking over the city buildings was certainly a scenic backdrop.
Compared to Paris and other bustling cities, Grenoble is relatively low-key, which is part of its fascinating charm. After a quick walk through the city center, we ordered a few beers at a café, sat back and enjoyed our new surroundings. Later in the evening we revisited this spot and found groups of locals watching a film on the lawn. For a seemingly quiet city, Grenoble residents have a lively social life and welcoming community.
Simply walking through Grenoble filled me with much wanderlust. It wasn’t a destination I’d always dreamed of visiting but that’s part of the beauty of travel. You can never underestimate or rule a place out, as it might just become one of your favorite cities on earth. Before I knew it we were on our return train back to Paris and I was saying a smiling farewell to Grenoble’s green grass and mammoth mountains.
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Grenoble looks so lovely — the kind of charming French city I’ve always wanted to visit. I remember it as being a location for the Winter Olympics (many, many years ago).
You are right! It’s such a small and quaint town. I definitely recommend visiting!
Megan Eileen McDonough recently posted..Day Tripping to Grenoble
Love the mammoth mountains
I’ve only whizzed through Grenoble airport on the way to the ski fields. My aunt used to live there so it’s nice to see what a charming town it is.
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I loved the mountains too! Having so much nature around reminded me of South America
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The only place I have been to in France was Paris … but Grenoble looks absolutely beautiful!
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It’s a super cute town D. I wasn’t planning on visiting but am so glad I did!
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To be honest, I’ve never been to France at all! I would love to go, and Grenoble looks so chill and beautiful.
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It’s such a cute little town. I definitely recommend adding it to your France list
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Looks and sounds lovely! I have only enjoyed a few fleeting days in Paris and a trip to Boulogne-Sur-Mer when a friend was studying there – there is plenty more of France for me to explore and Grenoble looks beautiful
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It’s a beautiful place to live and/or visit. There’s a really cool atmosphere there. I hope to get back there one day.
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Might be worthwhile stopping there next time we go on a ski trip!
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Definitely worth a visit! Probably perfect for skiing in winter.
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Grenoble looks so picturesque with the mountains in the background. Thanks for sharing!
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It’s such a quiet and beautiful city! I was so glad to have made the trip there.
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Hope you arrived safe at home.
Don’t hesitate visiting me in Lyon and we’ll walk up there if you want 
You seem to have liked the “dent de Crolles”
Nicolas (from the irish discovery tour).
Hi Nicolas! So great meeting you! I did get home safe and sound. Hope you did as well. I will let you know the next time I am in France
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