Saint-Jean-de-Moirans

Saint-Jean-de-Moirans

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSaint-Jean-de-MoiransMoirans at 2.6 km (5 min)
Insee code38400La Buisse at 3.9 km (6 min)
Postcode38430Coublevie at 4.1 km (7 min)
Latitude45.3342470Voiron at 4.6 km (7 min)
Longitude5.5850430Saint-Cassien at 5.2 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 186 to 304 metersCharnècles at 5.4 km (6 min)
Surface6.43 km²Vourey at 7 km (10 min)
Population2954 inhabitantsVoreppe at 7.3 km (9 min)
Density459 inhabitants/km²Saint-Étienne-de-Crossey at 7.8 km (11 min)
Chief townGrenoble (at 23 km, 22 min)La Murette at 8.4 km (12 min)
DepartmentIsèreRives at 8.6 km (9 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located on average 200 m above sea level, about 23 km north of Grenoble, Saint-Jean-de-Moirans, surrounded by the foothills of the Jura above Saint-Julien-de-Ratz is at the foot of the mountains of the Chartreuse and Vercors, and a magnificent view of the massive Belledonne.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The manor of Colombinière: Duke's hunting lodge of François de Bonne Lesdiguières. It is in this house he installed Marie Vignon called "Lady Moira." Are classified as historic monuments: the facades and roofs, the stone fireplaces in the great hall on the ground floor and two rooms on the north-east on the first floor.
  • The Chapel of the Commandery of the Hospitallers of St. John: once the territory of the parish of Buisse, the earliest mention is in 1260 in the act of foundation by Beatrice of Savoy in the Commandery of the scales. Of all the buildings that made up the cause remains only the convent chapel of the apse amputated.
  • The church bell tower bicentennial has been restored. In the interior, mechanical Silbermann organ was inaugurated in 1978, enhanced with sculptures. The font recovered from the old church of St. Cassian, predate 1523.
  • Ovens bread ovens about thirteen adorn the streets of the village. Some are lit on the occasion of the feast of the village.

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • In spring it is the explosion of cherry blossoms.
  • The nuts always present, in summer the days of wine nut, and stripped the fall.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • In the center of the Isère, at the foot of the Alps, discover landscapes emblematic of unusual and rare sites of natural and cultural treasures. Many walks you will discover the region through various routes. Family walks or hikes sports, on foot, horseback or bicycle, amateur big fans, you will find your happiness in the country Voiron, Chartreuse, Vercors ...
  • Grenoble: Olympic city, stadium, arena, many museums ...
  • Voiron: cathedral, the monastery cellars ...
  • Chartreuse Monastery of the Grande Chartreuse, hiking, cross country skiing ...
  • Vercors: nature, hiking, skiing, Olympic sites, caves, historical landmarks.
  • Vallée de l'Isère: walnuts, Saint Marcellin cheese, Royans ...
  • Antonin Country: Abbey, a medieval festival Berlioz ...
  • Region: Romans, Valence, Lyon, Chambéry less than 100 km.
  • Lakes Paladru, Aiguebelette, Aix-les-Bains, Annecy.
PHOTOS
The village
 
The Sure Mountain
Festivities
 
Festival nuts
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 5°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 4°C
RESTAURANTS 
Auberge des trois pucelles  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte
Presentation of the restaurant updated 12/2011. The Auberge des 3 maids just 15 minutes from Grenoble, in the heart of the Vercors Natural Park, discover a cuisine friendly, local and...
Located 18.9 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
Auberge Napoleon restaurant grenoble  
9.8
Grenoble
L'Auberge Napoleon is a very famous restaurant in Grenoble. Its name comes from the passage of the Emperor 7,8, 9 March 1815 to his return from Elba. Here he returned to power, the...
Located 19.3 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransFrom 40 € to 70 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Buissounette  
La Buisse
Located in the heart of the Chartreuse, Vercors face the Buissounette offer 5 guest rooms labeled 4 keys (clevacances). Whether to stop business or leisure, for one or more nights,...
Located 2.8 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransFrom 75 € to 109 € the double room 
Le séchoir de créneuf    
9.5
Notre-Dame-de-l'Osier
Fully restored, French country farmhouse. A quiet garden setting located 5 km from highway A49 (exit 10, Vinay). Between Grenoble and Valence, in front of the Vercos massif, famous...
Located 17 km from Saint-Jean-de-Moirans62 € the double room 
Chalet la Bachole  
Charancieu
We look forward to welcoming you to our guest house wood frame. The charming mountain decor of our room of 20 m² with spacious bathroom and walk-in shower will seduce you! You have...
Located 21 km from Saint-Jean-de-Moirans65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte La Source, au pied des Alpes
Saint-Jean-de-Moirans
A country gite with an ecxeptional architecture at the foot of the Alps. A view on 4 ranges of mountains: Jura, Chartreuse, Belledonne, Oisans, Vercors. An environment of gardens based...
Located in Saint-Jean-de-MoiransFrom 420 € to 710 € per week 
Maison dans un écrin de verdure
Le Pin
Located just 1 km from the beautiful Lake Paladru, the house is ideal for a holiday with family or friends. Haven of peace in lush greenery, the property consists of a house of 160...
Located 14.4 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransFrom 850 € to 1300 € per week 
Les Buissons Fleuris
Saint-Hilaire
Lilac Cottage 4 / 6 people dedicated to early childhood and well-being. Maternity nursery room with kitchen (furniture and baby bath changing professional) - two bathrooms - 2 toilets...
Located 23 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransFrom 380 € to 690 € per week 

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HOTELS
Campanile Grenoble Nord - Moirans-Voreppe     
6.9
Moirans
Situated 20 km north of the superb town of Grenoble, the hotel offers a warm and friendly welcome. It is just 1 minute from Moirans Train Station and a 10-minute drive from Grenoble...
Located 1.1 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransRoom from 40 €
Premiere Classe Grenoble Nord Moirans    
6.3
Moirans
This Premiere Classe hotel is located a few minutes north of Grenoble on the A49 motorway, providing easy access to the Alps. All guestrooms are equipped with en suite facilities and...
Located 1.1 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransRoom from 37 €
Fasthotel Grenoble Moirans-Voreppe     
7.1
Moirans
Located in the heart of the French Alps, the Fasthotel Grenoble Moirans hotel offers you comfortable and affordable accommodation ideal for a stopover or short stay. It features practical...
Located 2 km from Saint-Jean-de-MoiransRoom from 34 €

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Isère
Hotel Europole
Hotel Europole is located in the centre of Grenoble, less than 100 metres from the SNCF Train Station and a 3-minute walk...
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