Located in the heart of the village, the Office welcomes all year round an international clientele. It has free WIFI 24/24 hoursLocated in the city centre, the tourist office greets all year long international holidaymakers thanks to its trilingual staff (6 days a week and every day in July and August).
True showcase for Bourg d'Oisans and the whole Oisans area, you will find here information about villages without tourist office Villard-Notre-Dame, Villard-Reymond, le Col d'Ornon, Oulles, Besse-en-Oisans, Mizoen et Clavans, Livet-et-Gavet et La Garde (Tourist information in Besse en Oisans in July and August)
The tourist officeparticipates in national and international sport events (Tour de France / La Marmotte / Défi des 3 Villards / Trail de l' Etendard ...)
Many other unmissable events can be found all year long (wood sculpture championships, Great Fair, Christmas market...)
Hiking maps "L'Oisans au Bout des Pieds" (OBP) can be found at the tourist office, either for on-site consultation or for sale all year long, as well as the Alpe d'Huez climbing diploma.Period of opening : From 01/01 to 30/06.
Closed on Sunday.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st, May 1st and May 8th.
From 01/07 to 31/08, daily.
From 01/09 to 18/10.
Closed on Sunday.
From 02/11 to 31/12.
Closed on Sunday.
Closed exceptionally on bank holidays.
A village, a ski resort, and a Tourist Office to answer all your questions and needsThe Tourist Office of Villard Reculas is open year round.
The Tourist Office will be delighted to help you make your trip here a success by offering you an access to free services in its reception room, such as a Wifi and Internet point, and dedicate ourselves to provide you any information you might need during your stay here, as well as helping you finding an accomodation.
To further fulfill your every needs, the Tourist Office offers during the season a whole entertainment program per week and cultural events.
E-bike service: you will also be able to recharge here your electric bike!Period of opening : From 01/01 to 31/12.
Closed exceptionally on Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, May 8th, November 1st and November 11th.
The cross-country skiing centre of the Col d'Ornon Nordic area is located at the gîte Le Chantelouve.
You can rent equipment and purchase cross-country ski passes.About 1 km from the lower alpine ski resort, the cross-country ski trails can be accessed either from the alpine ski resort itself or from the road.
A network of trails totalling 21 km of varied routes through alder forests and clearings is mapped out and groomed for skating and classic styles. It includes:
A small 1 km beginners' course
A 2 km green loop
A 4 km blue loop
A 7 km red trail
An 8 km black trail
The cross-country skiing centre rents out Nordic ski equipment (classic or skating) as well as sledges and snowshoes.Period of opening : From 10/12 to 17/03.Prices : Adult day: 6 €
Child day: 3 €
Student day: 5 €
Adult week: 30 €
Child week: 15 €
Adult season resort: 46 €
Adult season department: 99 €
Child season department: 26 €
Adult season national: 175 €
Child season national: 40 €.
Access : At the gîte Le Chantelouve
the Plateau of Le Fourchu, where sleep a hundred lakes, lies at 2000 meters above sea level. Its endemic flora and fauna readily recall the northern tundra landscapes. The refuge is located in this unique setting; the path accessible for all ages.There are three ways of getting to the hut:
From Oulles in 2 hours via the hamlet of Le Pouillard, with a height gain of 730 m. There are wonderful views over the Oisans peaks throughout the climb.
From Ornon, via La Grenonière à Ornon. Park in the village and follow the GR50 foot path to Basse Montagne, before turning left up to the hut. Height gain: 730m, hiking time: 2 hours .
From Alpe du Grand Serre, follow the paved road to Le Poursollet. Then take the GR50 foot path to Lac Fourchu. Go around the left-hand side of the lake and up to the Pas de l’Envious, before walking down to the hut.
The landscape is reminiscent of the northern tundra, with its numerous little lakes and frog ponds. Some retain fossilised tree trunks in their sediment, evidence of the forest in these mountains 6000 years ago. The entire plateau is protected by the European network of outstanding natural environments, Natura 2000.
A word from the hut keeper.
You can :
- enjoy a good meal prepared with local organic products, and also enjoy
the warmth and friendliness of a of 30 square meters yurt,
- spend a night in the mountains, and wake up in this idyllic setting and enjoy a good breakfast.
- don’t miss the panoramic map table 50m from the hut, naming all the Oisans
mountains visible from the viewpoint.Period of opening : From 10/06 to 30/09.Prices : Half board (pp): 40 €
Half-board (child): 29 € (From 5 to 11 years old)
Picnic to take away: 10 €.
Free entry for children < 5 years.
Tax not included.
Access : Access by car : from Grenoble toward Bourg d'Oisans.
Just before Bourg d'Oisans turn right toward "Ornon".
Follow "Oulles" until the village and park.
Or Follow "Ornon", drive through the village and park at "la Grenonière".
The Musée des Minéraux et de la Faune des Alpes houses the largest collection of alpine minerals in France. A zoological section also displays Alpine wildlife, featuring over 140 different species in an amazingly lifelike display.The diversity of its mineralogical collection, together with the dynamic setting of its wildlife area, make it a perfect place to learn more about the natural and cultural heritage of Oisans.
The museum is a member of the Route des Savoir-Faire.Period of opening : From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.Prices : Adult: 5.20 €
Child (10-21 years): 2.40 €
Group adults: 4.50 €.
Free entry for children < 10 years, the drivers, Job-seeker, disabled people and accompanying persons.
Group rate available for > 10 people.
