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The 6 most beautiful panoramic views of Chamrousse

1) Mountain panorama

• Belledonne massif, clearly visible from Chamrousse: a chain of slender, wild and mineral peaks, often snow-capped for much of the year, which immediately give the feeling of being in the heart of the high mountains.
• Chartreuse, opposite Chamrousse: distinguished by its limestone cliffs, dense forests and gentle relief, offering a soothing and very graphic panorama, particularly clear on a clear day. 
• Vercors, clear line where the sun sets in Chamrousse: it is behind its cliffs and plateaus that the sun sets, illuminating the Grenoble valley with golden and orange hues, for a moment that is both grandiose and soothing.
• Taillefer, more discreet but just as spectacular from Chamrousse: it offers a raw, mineral atmosphere, with its jagged peaks and unspoilt character, its majestic presence enchanting the Arselle plateau.

2) Lake panorama

• Grenouillère lake: a different panorama in a festive and sporty summer atmosphere with water activities, which is a change from the calm of more traditional alpine lakes.
• Lauze lake: an easily accessible and privileged place to admire the sunset with its reflections on the water, the sky ablaze and the silhouettes standing out in the background.
• Vallons lake: a view stretching over the slopes, mountain pastures and ridges of the resort, offering a peaceful setting for observing the local flora and fauna.
• Robert lakes: the iconic lakes of Chamrousse offer a unique panorama of several bodies of water surrounded by peaks, ideal for a wide-angle photo session.

3) City panorama

• City of Grenoble: the capital of the Alps stretches out at the foot of the mountains, with its neighbourhoods, streets and surrounding ridges in the background.
• Grésivaudan valley: stretching from north of Grenoble to the town of Crolles, offering views of the residential areas and Alpine peaks bordering the River Isère.
• (Lower) Drac valley: to the south-west, it opens up towards Pont-de-Claix and Vif, where the Drac River joins the Isère, with small towns and lively villages.
• Romanche valley: a wilder and deeper perspective, with cliffs, mountain roads and ridges that add relief to the urban panorama.

4) Village centre panorama

• Recoin: balcony overlooking Belledonne and Grenoble, with unobstructed views of the surrounding peaks and the urban valley.
• Roche Béranger: views stretching over the slopes, forests and ridges of Belledonne, offering a panorama of both lively and natural landscapes.
• Bachat Bouloud: a village in the heart of the pine trees with views of the mountain and ski area as well as the surrounding peaks.
• Arselle: a more open and less crowded plateau, with breathtaking views, particularly of the Taillefer massif.

5) Landscaped summit panorama

• Oisans lookout: a panoramic viewpoint like a balcony overlooking the Oisans massif with a pointer to the iconic summit of La Meije.
• Rooftop: a viewpoint on the roof of the summit building with an exceptional view of Grenoble, its suburbs and the start of the giant zip line.
• Himalayan footbridge: a unique experience above the Casserousse couloir, combining thrills and spectacular views towards Grésivaudan.
• Belledonne viewpoint: summer viewpoint over the mountain range and the Robert lakes below, enhanced by explanatory panels.

6) Photo spot panorama

• Croix de Chamrousse photo spot: at the summit, a rectangular frame and a heart allow you to take away an iconic photo with the Belledonne peaks in the background.
• Crêtes: giant Chamrousse letters installed in front of an aerial and graphic backdrop for a panorama contrasting Corten steel and nature.
• Casserousse: spectacular natural landscape of mountains and sun shining through the hollowed-out panel of the Chamrousse letters.
• Croisette (restaurant): round frame to highlight the panorama that combines resort life and the surrounding peaks, ideal for friendly photos to share with family or friends.

Bonus) Panoramic views off the beaten track

• Season: each season transforms the panoramas of Chamrousse, with a verdant summer, a flamboyant autumn, a silent winter and a luminous spring. 
• Location: leave the main routes for the secondary trails, which are always marked and authorised, for discreet viewpoints.
• Time of day: at dawn or at the end of the day at sunset, the low light, silence and absence of crowds completely transform the panoramas.
• Meet the locals: chat with those who live and work in the mountains; their anecdotes, perspectives and knowledge of the area offer a more human and deeper understanding of the landscapes.