Belledonne
Mountain range in the French Alps / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Belledonne (French: La chaîne de Belledonne, French pronunciation: [ʃɛn də bɛldɔn]) is a mountain range (French: massif) in the Dauphiné Alps (part of the French Alps) in southeast France. The southern end of the range forms the eastern wall of the mountains that surround the city of Grenoble.
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Belledonne | |
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Highest point | |
Peak | Grand Pic de Belledonne |
Elevation | 2,977 m (9,767 ft) |
Coordinates | 45°03′N 5°48′E |
Dimensions | |
Length | 60 km (37 mi) |
Width | 10 km (6.2 mi) |
Geography | |
Country | France |
Parent range | Dauphiné Alps |
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The range is noted for the spectacular scenery it provides the inhabitants of Grenoble, numerous ski areas, interesting geology, and a diverse range of alpine land types and uses.