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Charms and traditions at the heart of the Oisans


Oisans, countries at the heart of the Alps, has given to dimension Isere mountain. Known peaks, colorful landscapes, the Oisans is a country with 1000 assets: natural, human, historical, cultural ...

A country with the 6 valleys, all so different and yet all connected by a sense of belonging to the same geographical and historical entity: the Oisans.

Easily accessible, only 65 kms from Grenoble Valley Ferrand is an exceptional natural site at the edge of the Ecrins National Park, rich tourism potential important that its people are committed to safeguard and develop.

The magnificent Lac du Chambon turquoise waters mark the entrance to the Valley Ferrand, typical valley has kept its authenticity with its three traditional villages: Besse, Clavans en Haut Oisans and Mizoën.

It is a paradise for nature lovers, mountain and its many activities.

In the spring, summer, autumn or winter, you will discover a protected territory, a land of dreams where every place is full of emotions and discoveries ...

Valley Ferrand is one of the highest valleys of the Oisans. The three municipalities are staged from 1200 meters to 1550 meters. Eyrie overlooking the lake of Chambon (Mizoën) or nestled discreetly at the bottom of the valley (Clavans Besse), the villages of the valley Ferrand offer visitors many surprises. Indeed, these authentic villages have preserved intact the cultural and natural heritage which makes especially Oisans Valley Ferrand, a single territory.

To assess Besse en Oisans Clavans in High Mizoën Oisans and it takes time to survey their streets, drinking water fountains to clear the mountains to collect in the privacy of churches and chapels. But we must also learn to put his senses to surprise at the turn of a path marmots and chamois, admire the deep blue of the gentian or be lulled by the gentle music of bells.

Mizoën, altitude 1180 meters: charming village adorned with thousands of flowers, Mizoën is the gateway to the Valley Ferrand. It offers a magnificent view of the Lac Chambon.

Clavans in High-Oisans, altitude 1400 meters: the common Clavans is composed of two remote villages and 2 kilometers from the hamlet of Perron. Ovens, fountains, squares, the cultural and architectural tradition is the appointment in each lane.

Besse en Oisans, altitude 1550 meters: authentic and preserved as might be the right words to describe Besse en Oisans.

For more information on the Oisans and 6 valleys Oisans Tourisme