During the high season (i.e. from April to October), and sometimes also during the low season, Polish pilgrims are welcomed at the sanctuary of Notre Dame de La Salette.
Access
The Sanctuary of La Salette is situated in the south of the locality of Isere in the heights of the Alps at an altitude of about 1800 meters in an area of remarkable natural beauty. It is accessible via a good mountain road.
By car or coach
On the RN 85 (called ‘Route Napoleon’ or the Road of Napoleon):
- From Grenoble (for those coming from the north), take the RN 85 (called ‘Route Napoleon’) and, via Vizille et La Mure, arrive at Corps. At the village of Corps turn left onto the RD 212c towards Notre Dame de La Salette. Grenoble – La Salette : 80 Km.
- From Gap (for those coming from the south), take the RN 85 (called ’Route Napoléon’) as far as Corps. At the village of Corps turn right onto RD 212c towards Notre Dame de La Salette. Gap – La Salette: 60 Km.
*In winter, it is essential that any vehicle is suitably equipped.
By rail
From the TGV station at Grenoble:
- Take the SNCF station from Gap (for more information : www.voyages-sncf.com or 3635).
By air
- Fly from Grenoble-Isère (for more information : www.grenoble-airport.com or 04.76.65.48.48).
- Fly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (for more information : www.lyon.aeroport.fr or 0.826.800.826).
By bus
There is a regular service connecting with Corps:
- From Grenoble : VFD (for more information : www.transisere.fr).
- From Gap : SCAL (for more information : www.scal-amv-voyages.com or telephone (33) 4.92.51.79.36).
*In July and August, the bus from Grenoble goes right up to the Sanctuary
*Two taxi companies serve the area between Corps and the Sanctuary.
