Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans

Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSaint-Christophe-en-Oisans
Insee code38375
Postcode38520
Latitude44.9577778
Longitude6.1777778
AltitudeFrom 1168 to 4008 meters
Surface123.47 km²
Population117 inhabitants
National labelCLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townGrenoble (at 72 km, 76 min)Vénosc at 6 km
DepartmentIsèreLes Deux Alpes at 7.4 km
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans is also Vénéon Valley is the center of the Massif des Ecrins. The Ecrins National Park covers a large area of ​​the municipality. The summits are the most prestigious there. Chamois, marmots and eagles have a great playground, on the flora is majestic and endless. This corner of Mountain blends wood, alpine meadows, glaciers and sharp rocks and offers an extensive network of marked trails (over 200 km). After the climbers, hikers, nature lovers, the tumultuous torrent Vénéon turquoise invitation to water sports alive.


SIGHTSEEING

The museum "Memoirs of Mountaineering"

A Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans, there is a mountain guide from father to son, as in where Pierre Gaspard, the father, was the first to cross the Meije in 1887. Here, the memories of both are roped in the family patrimony and local levels. The job has he changed? So it's no coincidence that the museum Memoirs of Mountaineering planted his standard in the small hilltop village of Valley Vénéon.

The museum is open from June to September from 10am to 12pm and from 14:30 to 18. Other areas of school holidays 14h to 17h.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
Natural sitesAiguille Peak of the Arias,   Aiguille Peak of the Plat

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Gaspard'in in April: Race skiing / snowboarding in the mountains.

Floral escapades: in June, walks and explore the alpine flora.

Guides Party: 3rd Sunday of July.

Christolaise: the first Sunday in August, mountain running.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Venosc village.

Ski resort of Les Deux Alpes.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Ice driving lessonsSports sensationsFrom 90 € to 590 €L'Alpe d'Huez (17.3 km)
Skiing, snowboarding and telemark lessonsSports sensationsFrom 110 € to 190 €Allemond (22 km)
Learn mosaic-makingCraft20 €Livet-et-Gavet (26 km)

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PHOTOS
Landscape of the Oisans
 
Rising Mist ...
Champébran
 
Bec-Duck The Arias
Walls of yesteryear
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 22 May
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Min. -2°C - Max. 8°C
Thursday 23 May
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Friday 24 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Casa Nostra  
9.2
Vénosc
Les Deux Alpes is the Casa Nostra restaurant opens its doors. Within a modern chalet-style and a warm and attentive service await you for your snack. In the kitchen, you will appreciate...
Located 7.1 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans32 € per person 
La Petite Taverne  
8.5
Huez
La Petite Taverne is happy to welcome you in the exceptional setting of the Alpe d'Huez! Discover a typical warm inside: woody dominant GameCafé friendly and terrace with magnificent...
Located 16.8 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans33 € per person 
L'Authentique  
9.5
Huez
THERE HIGH ON THE MOUNTAIN - It is located near the resort of Alpe d'Huez, the Authentique restaurant invites you to share the culinary delights of the mountain. As the name suggests...
Located 17.2 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans18 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le champ de pin  
Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
Basically dune valley mountain chalet hotel breakfast awaits you in a remote village, quiet.
Located in Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans89 € the double room 
Chalet Solneige    
9.3
Vaujany
Situated just outside of Vaujany in the heart of the French Alps, you will find the beautiful, restored chalet Solneige. A combination of comfortable and attractive rooms and apartments,...
Located 23 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans82 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Chalet les Alpes  
9.4
Vénosc
Situation. The Alpine Chalet is situated in the charming village of Venosc just 8 minutes from the large resort of Les 2 Alpes. The cottage consists in two apartments, brand new, and...
Located 6 km from Saint-Christophe-en-OisansFrom 600 € to 1900 € per week 
Appartement 8 pers dans chalet.
Vénosc
Apartment very comfortable at the top of the tourist village of venosc. Breathtaking view of mountains and quiet assured. Private parking lot has 10 m, local skiing and mountain biking....
Located 6 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans360 € per week 
Les chalets d'or 3cles clevacances
Les Deux Alpes
Rent apartment in chalet Residence: les chalets d'or, 4à6 people resort les deux alpes. Located on the slopes, the ground floor, he has a room overlooking a terrace and private garden...
Located 7.1 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans1100 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Champ du moulin    
9.2
Vénosc
A family run campsite in the Alps, mountains of the Oisan'S. You can walk from the campsite in the national ecrin's park. In winter, winter caravanning. There is a cable car to go skiing...
Located 5.5 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans 
Camping le chateau de rochetaillée    
9.2
Le Bourg-d'Oisans
Oisans works lasting magic on all those who once sample its tender delights. Discover the wild nature reserve in the heart of the Ecrins National Park. Explore a land of contrast and...
Located 22 km from Saint-Christophe-en-OisansFrom 20 € to 35 € per day 
Camping La Libellule    
8.2
Le Bourg-d'Oisans
Camping treed, quiet and relaxing with views of the summits of the Big Red on a farm: Bisons Sheep Horses, rental poneys. Electricité 6 and 10 A. Restrooms: 4 washbasins, 5 toilets,...
Located 23 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans13 € per day 

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HOTELS
Chateau De La Muzelle     
8.3
Vénosc
Set in a large tree-lined park on the banks of the Veneon River, this 17th-century manor sits at the foot of the Muzelle Massif. It features a restaurant and mini-golf course on site....
Located 5.4 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
Chalet Mounier     
8.7
Vénosc
Overlooking the l'Alpe de Venosc, 150 metres from Diable cable cart. Chalet Mounier has an indoor swimming pool and spa centre. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels....
Located 6.8 km from Saint-Christophe-en-OisansRoom from 177 €
Hotel Le Pied Moutet     
8.1
Vénosc
Just 100 metres from Le Diable ski lifts, this hotel is situated in the Deux Alpes ski area. It offers a sauna and en suite accommodation with free buffet breakfast and free Wi-Fi....
Located 6.8 km from Saint-Christophe-en-OisansRoom from 66 €

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Park & Suites Elegance Grenoble
This Park & Suites residence is located in central Grenoble, 300 metres from Grenoble Train Station. Equipped with free...
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