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Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère

Explore the history of the French Resistance and deportation in Isère at this thought-provoking Grenoble museum. Open daily, except Tuesdays.

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The Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère in Grenoble offers a poignant look into the French Resistance during World War II and the deportation of those deemed undesirable by the Nazi regime. Through artifacts, photographs, and personal stories, the museum honors the courage and resilience of those who fought for freedom and justice.

A brief summary to Museum of the Resistance and Deportation of Isère

  • Monday 9 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 1:30 pm-6 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-6 pm
  • Friday 9 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Visit on the first Sunday of the month for a free guided tour in French.
  • Allocate at least 2-3 hours to fully engage with the exhibits and stories presented.
  • Check the museum's website for special exhibitions and events.
  • Plan your visit during weekdays to avoid larger crowds.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    The Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère is easily accessible by Grenoble's public transportation network. The Grenoble Transportation Authority, TAG, provides an accessible transportation network for the greater Grenoble area, with five tram lines and over 40 bus routes. Tram line A and several bus lines stop near the museum. A single ticket costs €1.60 and is valid for one hour.

  • Walking

    The Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère is located at 14 Rue Hébert, in the city center of Grenoble. From Place Grenette, take Rue des Maisons Neuves to Rue Hébert. The museum will be on your left. Walking from the city center will take approximately 10-15 minutes.

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The Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère, located in Grenoble, is dedicated to preserving the memory of the French Resistance and the victims of deportation during World War II. The museum highlights the specific nature of the Resistance movement in the Isère department, where movements, networks, and underground maquis were particularly active. Grenoble was part of the free zone until November 1942, later occupied by the Italians and then the Germans. The mountains and forests of the Isère region provided ideal locations for the development of the Resistance. The museum's permanent exhibition presents a chronological view of events, with themes that situate Isère in the historical context of the era. Exhibits include over 5,000 items, objects, and documents from the archives, illustrating daily life and the struggle against the occupiers. Visitors can explore the beginning of the Resistance, the maquis, repression, the restoration of the Republic, and the values of the Resistance. The museum also features temporary exhibits and special events. The building itself has historical significance, having once housed the architectural sculpture school of Grenoble and the apartments of its director, the sculptor Aimé Charles Irvoy. The museum aims to help visitors understand the years 1939-1945 through local events and experiences, and to transmit the values for which men and women fought against the Nazi occupation.

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