One of the many perks about traveling in Europe is the accessibility of trains. After a few blissful days in Paris, my boyfriend and I decided to take a short and sweet detour to Grenoble. The southeastern French city is as picturesque as a postcard. Reminding me of South American landscape, seeing the mountains peeking over the city buildings was certainly a scenic backdrop.
Compared to Paris and other bustling cities, Grenoble is relatively low-key, which is part of its fascinating charm. After a quick walk through the city center, we ordered a few beers at a café, sat back and enjoyed our new surroundings. Later in the evening we revisited this spot and found groups of locals watching a film on the lawn. For a seemingly quiet city, Grenoble residents have a lively social life and welcoming community.
Simply walking through Grenoble filled me with much wanderlust. It wasn’t a destination I’d always dreamed of visiting but that’s part of the beauty of travel. You can never underestimate or rule a place out, as it might just become one of your favorite cities on earth. Before I knew it we were on our return train back to Paris and I was saying a smiling farewell to Grenoble’s green grass and mammoth mountains.
Megan Eileen McDonough is writer, blogger and social media specialist based in New York City. She also runs Bohemian Trails, a lifestyle blog designed for the savvy and stylish traveler. Bohemian Trails aims to feature must-see places around the world, covering everything from revamped neighborhoods and vibrant street art to innovative tech hubs and everything in between. Her cultural escapades have taken her to Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Megan is also a freelance writer and social media specialist based in New York City. She contributes to various online and print publications in the travel and fashion industries and is an international correspondent for both Jetsetter and Northstar Travel Media.
