26.11.2021

The Chalais walk is an activity known by all people living in Grenoble and its surroundings. It is a must-see place located about twenty minutes from the city of Grenoble. Indeed, it allows everybody to enjoy a family walk, which is very easy to access. It is also a good way to discover the surroundings of the city of Grenoble, and to observe that only a few kilometers from the city, you have the possibility of totally changing scenery and contemplating nature. It’s a great experience when you have just moved in.During this walk, you will discover the Chalais belvedere, a magnificent wooden structure built on the edge of the cliff and offering a breathtaking panorama of the surroundings. From this structure you can observe the Isère valley, the Vercors, the Alps and the Chartreuse. During this walk, you will also have the opportunity to pass the magnificent Chalais Monastery built in 1101, next to which there is a small shop where you can find the mythical Chalais cookies, made by the sisters of the monastery themselves. Also next to the monastery, there is a church of Romanesque architecture which can be visited. Finally, if you are in a “forest” mood, you can walk a bit more to collect some chestnuts at the foot of the chestnut trees !