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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Isère_(river)Isère (river) - Wikipedia

    The Isère (US: / iː ˈ z ɛər / ee-ZAIR, [3] [4] French: ⓘ; Arpitan: Isera; Occitan: Isèra) is a river in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of southeastern France. Its source, a glacier known as the Sources de l'Isère, lies in the Vanoise National Park in the Graian Alps of Savoie, near the ski resort in Val-d'Isère on the border with Italy.

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  3. www.britannica.com › place › Isere-RiverIsère River | Rhone Valley, Alps, Savoie | Britannica

    Isère River, river, southeastern France, originating in the Savoy Alps on the Italian frontier and flowing 180 miles (290 km) to its confluence with the Rhône above Valence, draining a basin of approximately 4,600 square miles (12,000 square km). It rises in an amphitheatre of glaciers at 7,900.

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  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › IsèreIsère - Wikipedia

    Isère (US: / iː ˈ z ɛər / ee-ZAIR, [3] [4] French: ⓘ; Arpitan: Isera; Occitan: Isèra, Occitan pronunciation:) is a landlocked department in the southeastern French region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Named after the river Isère, it had a population of 1,271,166 in 2019. [5] Its prefecture is Grenoble.

  5. thegoodlifefrance.com › what-to-see-and-do-inWhat to see and do in Isère, southern France

    Isère takes its name from the river that crosses the department in Auvergne-Rhône- Alpes, eastern France. Its famous for its ski resorts but it’s also a wonderful area to visit in summer. Wide open spaces, loads of activities and stunning scenery guaranteed. Here’s what to see and do in Isère….

  6. www.francethisway.com › regions › isere-highlightsIsere places to visit and attractions - France This Way

    Isere places to visit and attractions. Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Isere department of Rhone-Alpes. See also our Isere travel guide.

  7. www.francethisway.com › regions › isereIsere, France: travel guide and attractions in Isere, Rhone-Alpes

    Isere is best known for the winter sports, mountain passes and ski resorts in the east of the department. A large part of the department has impressive mountain scenery making it a popular destination with outdoor enthusiasts for most of the year.

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  9. francetoday.com › travel › explore-the-beauty-ofExplore the Beauty of Isère in the French Alps: 5 Reasons to ...

    Oct 18, 2023 · Isère is home to the legendary Alpe d’Huez climb with its 21 hairpin bends and the dizzying roads and villages clinging to the Vercors cliffs, as well as Chartreuse liqueur and many tasty local products. Here are five reasons why you should explore Isère.