Grenoble Bastille, France

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Year: 1934. Lenght: 673 meters .

Truly unique object is Grenoble Bastille cable car. That’s the first facility of its kind that was built in the city. Opening of the ropeway took place on 29 September 1934. It has greatly facilitated access of local residents and visitors to one of the major attractions, the Bastille. The very first cabins of cable car looked different to current ones, as they’ve been designed for 21 passengers.

In 1976, under guidance of engineer and architect Denis Creissels the cable car has significantly changed its appearance. Standard passenger cars were replaced with original spherical cabins, designed for six passengers. Transparent gondolas made of durable plexiglass allowed enjoying panorama of the city. Despite the fact that the opening of the cable car took a very long time, it features lots of technical advantages.

Cabin run is very smooth, so even those who are afraid of heights overcome 673 meters of way unnoticed. Despite the fact that in comparison with global giants, Grenoble cable car is relatively short, it remains one of the confident leaders among urban constructions. Locals treat cable car as one of the main symbols of the city and call its gondolas ‘bulles.’ The lower cableway station is situated at the waterfront of Grenoble. Surprisingly, there is never a queue out there.

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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Picard Surgelés' located in 1.13 km (

check the route on the map).

Car rental office: 'National/Citer' is located in 0.86 km (

on the map).

Fuel station: 'Carrefour Express' in 0.83 km

Supermarket: 'Bentivegna Davide' in 0.21 km

Parking: 'Vinci Park' in 0.14 km

Apotheek: 'Pharmacie Pavan' in 0.22 km

Police station: 'Police Municipale' in 0.71 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'Pizzeria Di Roma' in 0.09 km

Railway station: 'Hubert Dubedout-Maison du Tourisme' in 0.38 km

Nearest airports:
» Saint Geoirs Airport GNB - in 36 km

» Chambery-Savoie Airport CMF - in 50 km

» Chabeuil Airport VAF - in 67 km

» Meribel Airport MFX - in 70 km

» Courchevel Airport CVF - in 74 km

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Best hotels near Grenoble Bastille

Résidence Le Patricia

Located in 0 km from Grenoble Bastille
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Rooms: 23

Serviced by a lift, all accommodation types feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a bath or shower. A daily … More: photo, rates and booking

Le Studio de Paul

Located in 1 km from Grenoble Bastille
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Rooms: 1

With white furnishings and wooden floor, this studio is equipped with a washing machine, an iron and free Wi-Fi internet access. The hairdryer is … More: photo, rates and booking

Paris-Nice

Located in 2 km from Grenoble Bastille
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Rooms: 29

Start the day with a generous breakfast at the Paris-Nice before heading out to visit the numerous sites Grenoble offers. A gym with a swimming pool, … More: photo, rates and booking

INTER-HOTEL Les Trois Roses

Located in 3 km from Grenoble Bastille
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Rooms: 50

Rooms at INTER-HOTEL Les Trois Roses have a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and a minibar. Each has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, … More: photo, rates and booking

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One of the most high-end design hotels in Grenoble is Okko Hotels Grenoble Jardin Hoche . Its rooms are decorated in snow-white tones and complemented with accessories as well as fabrics of light blue, lilac, or cream shades. The hotel has a lot of exceptional features – an abundance of interesting partition doors and designer furniture made from natural wood, assorted fashionable lamps, and light fixtures, natural lighting in the bathrooms, not to mention an abundance of designer accessories in the public areas. At a time when the weather is favorable, guests will have the opportunity to relax on the spacious outdoor terrace, which opens up a view of the nearby Hoche Park.

Among the modern hotels in Grenoble, one of the most attractive is Residence Le Patricia . This establishment occupies a very beautiful building with large windows. The hotel has 23 rooms and apartments, each of which is uniquely decorated and has a specific theme. Dazzling white color prevails in all the rooms and original photographs give them a unique ambiance. Some rooms are characterized by paintings depicting luxury yachts and seascapes, while others feature luxury cars. Fans of skiing and those who have a thing for surfing will find a suitable room awaits them. Several rooms are decorated with very cute paintings with panoramas of the old city.
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