Viewpoint – Grottes de Mandrin loop from Grenoble

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Viewpoint – Grottes de Mandrin loop from Grenoble

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Viewpoint – Grottes de Mandrin loop from Grenoble

03:46

12.2km

420m

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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.83 km for 37 m

After 6.15 km for 37 m

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2.15 km

Saint-Laurent Footbridge

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The Saint-Laurent footbridge, also called the suspension bridge, now reserved for pedestrians, was, until the middle of the 17th century, the only bridge in Grenoble. Many times washed away by …

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2.30 km

View of Grenoble from Fort de la Bastille

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A military fort dating from the 19th century, the Bastille overlooks Grenoble and its metropolis. It is accessible on foot, by car and by cable car, which makes it a very popular corner of nature!

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4.65 km

Here, we have a beautiful view of the Mandrin caves, a succession of small caves connected to each other. A route allows you to cross them. You can also enjoy a superb view of Grenoble and the region!

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5.99 km

Mount Jalla

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360 view of Grenoble

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7.71 km

Cable car station

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9.55 km

Escaliers des Géants

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The shortest route from Grenoble to the fort is via several staircases and interesting passages. In total there are well over 1,000 steps, some of which are quite large. The longest continuous staircase has 380 steps.

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