10 good reasons to choose Grenoble Alpes

1. A stunning natural setting 

With 700,000 inhabitants, Grenoble is the most important European metropole in the heart of the Alps, surrounded by three mountains ranges : the Vercors, Belledonne and Chartreuse. 

• A vibrant, cosmopolitan metropolis open to the world
• 2 regional natural parks and 1 national natural park 
• Breath-taking landscapes all year round
• A wide range of outdoors activities for your incentive winter and summer alike
• 2,000 hours of sunlight per year 
  (as much as Toulouse or Bordeaux)

2. An exceptional innovative ecosystem

Elected the world's 5th most inventive city by Forbes, Grenoble benefits from a unique scientific attractiveness.

• 1st in France for jobs in research and 2nd for engineers
• 30,000 jobs in research
• 62,000 students including 9,000 international students, a worldwide leading university and schools
• 8 national research organisations
• home to many multinationals 

Choose Grenoble where innovation will be the keyword of your event !

3. Easy-to-access and connected destination

Whether you come by plane, train or car, Grenoble is connected to Europe and the world:

• 3 international airports nearby
• A train station in the city center
• Paris just 3 hours away by high-speed TGV train
• A train to Lyon every 30 minutes
• An efficient road network

Grenoble Alpes has efficient infrastructure that makes its accessibility one of its key strengths.

4. Sustainable Metropolis and Green Capital

An environmentally committed territory, Grenoble Alpes is the ideal destination for organisers concerned about the environmental impact of their events:

• Grenoble Alpes elected 2022 European Green Capital
• 100% congress centers and 90% of hotels accessible by tram 
• La Caserne de Bonne : 1st French eco district to be certified in 2009 
• Multiple awards and certifications: Cit’ergie GOLD, ÉcoJardin, named the most bike-friendly large city in France by the FUB, 2nd largest metropolitan area in France for bicycle usage...

5. A cultural and artistic city 

Make the most of Grenoble's rich cultural and artistic heritage for your events:

• Grenoble has been labeled a "City of Art and History" since 2017

• The Musée de Grenoble is one of the most prestigious in Europe, featuring the 2nd largest collection of modern art in France

• Around twenty museums are located within the metropolitan area

• Street Art Destination: "Grenoble Street Art Fest" is the first European street art festival, featuring 50 artists and over 115 murals painted

6. A first-rate MICE destination 

Nearly 90 congresses are held each year in Grenoble, including 30 internationals ones. With a rich and diverse offer, Grenoble is the best possible place for your future seminars, congresses and other professional events. 

• 3 congress venues for events up to 3,000 people
• 200 meeting rooms
• 5,000 hotel rooms; 89 hotels and residences
• a wide range of original and unique venues for your events.

7. A high performance public transport network 

• 5 tramway lines and 80 bus lines
• 100% congress centers and 90% of hotels accessible by tram
• The Business M réso: a transport pass for delegates
• Tailor-made shuttles dedicated to your event 
• A taxi network which operates 7 days a week and 24 hours a day
• An efficient car-sharing system, Citiz
• M Vélo+, the largest bike rental fleet in France

8. A wide range of accomodation

Grenoble and its metropole offer a wide range of accommodation arrangements for short-, mid- and long-term business stays.

• 5 000 hotel rooms including 2,500 rated 3 or 4 stars
• More than 90 hotels and residences 
• More than 90% of hotels accessible by tram
• A pre-allocation service offered by the Convention Bureau

9. Exceptional venues for you gala evenings 

Grenoble Alpes offers a variety of unique and unusual spaces to personalize your events and gala evenings:

• The Bastille Fort and its cable car: discover one of the most beautiful Alpine panoramas during your evening at this historic site
• Fortresses, museums, castles, stadiums... classic, historic, or even unconventional venues for unforgettable events!

10. Grenoble Convention Bureau, your partner for success 

For an event, seminar, incentive or congress to be a unique experience, it must be tailor-made.

Grenoble Alpes Convention Bureau is driven by a single ambition: to simplify the planning and organization of your professional event in Grenoble Alpes. As your preferred partner, we offer a free, personalized service with tailored support at every stage of your project.

Don't hesitate to contact us!