Hannibal’s Pavilion
This work by Trevor Gould, in a hamlet in Le Vernet, refers to the possible passage of Hannibal, in 218 BC, on his way to challenge Rome… The famous Carthaginian general Hannibal might have passed through the pass overlooking the Passavous de Laou site. At least, that’s what this piece by Trevor Gould, a South […]
The philosophers’ summit
Le sommet des philosophes is part of the “traces” project by herman de vries*. It is one of the works in the Art en montagne collection developed by the Musée Gassendi and the CAIRN Centre d’art. herman de vries has been engraving a series of inscriptions at various locations in the Haute-Provence Geopark since 2001. […]
Edge-stone or medium mountains
CAIRN, a contemporary art center of national interest, invites artists to create in situ on the territory of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Thanks to CAIRN, natural sites become real objects of creation, no longer just backdrops. By working in situ, artists create in resonance with the territory, inviting visitors to walk and encounter their work. The […]
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La Sirène du Bès
Invited by Joan Fontcuberta, discover Les hydropithèques, half-animal, half-human, whose skeletons were found in the 1950s on the current territory of the Haute-Provence Geopark… The works of artist Joan Fontcuberta offer a critical analysis of information and communication techniques, inviting us to question ourselves. La sirène du Bès is part of the ensemble Les hydropithèques, […]
Roche Rousse Sanctuary
hermann de vries* nature sanctuary shows the process of reclaiming abandoned ruins by nature. It is part of a global artistic approach that has been carried out in and by the region for over twenty years. Everything changes, life is change and metamorphosis, our traces are ephemeral… The Roche Rousse nature sanctuary surrounds an abandoned […]
Windows by herman de vries
Through an artistic installation on the surface of these rocks, herman de vries opens a window onto the past and the invisible, giving us access to a series of geological formations. herman de vries* first came to Digne-les-Bains in 1999 at the invitation of CAIRN center d’art. Since then, he has returned regularly, creating artworks […]
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Panorama of the Mélan mountain
The Mélan mountain peaks at 1,708 meters above sea level with the Pic de Cluchette. It closes off the Duyes valley to the north and heralds the Monges massif, at the heart of the Haute Provence Geopark. The Mélan mountain provides an excellent vantage point for observing the Durance valley and the mountains of Provence. […]
the Vanson panorama
The Vanson (or Vançon) panorama offers one of the most beautiful and instructive views in the Haute Provence Geopark. It provides an insight into part of the region’s long geological history. You can observe two distinct geological units. The first concerns the autochthonous terrain (which has not been moved) dating from the Tertiary and Quaternary […]
Le Parc forestier du Brusquet
This park is part of the history of land restoration in the mountains to combat erosion. Today, it’s a place for strolling and discovery, offering you a moment of freshness, escape and relaxation. By the middle of the 19th century, the Brusquet basin was almost entirely bare. Pubescent oaks, sumacs and boxwoods, typical of the […]
La Javie orchards
Old fruit trees stand in tortuous silhouette in the Haute-Bléone region. True sentinels of memory, they are now attracting renewed interest, both in terms of heritage and economics. Fertile farmland stretches around the confluence of the Bléone and Arigeol rivers. Long threatened by flooding, but very soon irrigated by canals, they were given over to […]
Panorama du Col d’Hysope
The Col de l’Hysope (1236 m.) offers spectacular views over the Duyes valley. This panorama is the result of a major geological event linked to the formation of the Alps. You’ll be able to take in the whole Duyes valley, whose eastern edge shows the overlap of the Digne nappe on its foreland. The rocks […]
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Panorama du Blayeul
From the valley, in the Parc forestier du Brusquet, you can observe the Blayeul and understand part of the geological history of the area. The Blayeul mountain is the protector of the middle Bléone and stands like a mighty ridge separating the Bléone and Bès valleys. Today impassable by carriage road, the massif was once […]
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Panorama Saint-Michel
The Saint-Michel hill, between Bléone and Mardaric, is one of the interpretation sites of the Haute-Provence Geopark. It offers a panoramic view of the Bléone valley. The Bléone, which flows through the Geopark, is 67 km long, from the Estrop massif to its confluence with the Durance. Undeveloped in this area, it unfurls its beautiful […]
Panorama de Lagremuse
From the ruined hamlet, the exceptional view over the Bléone valley and its belt of peaks gives an insight into the geological formation of the area. The view embraces the entire Bléone valley and can be enjoyed after a pleasant walk. The view can be divided into four groups, corresponding to geological units. To the […]
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Panorama of Champtercier
From Champtercier, under the blue skies of Haute-Provence, observe the mountains of Digny, as the famous scientist Gassendi once did, to fill up on serenity… These lands are the cradle of the Haute-Provence Geopark, whose landscapes tell the story of 300 million years of history. From Champtercier, along the Bléone to the Pic d’Oise pyramid, […]
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Le Puy panorama
The Puy hill is the highest point in the commune of Aiglun. At 900 m, it offers exceptional views of the surrounding valleys and peaks. It is one of the interpretation sites of the Haute-Provence Geopark. The hill of Le Puy takes its name from the Latin podium, meaning small eminence. The panoramic view it […]
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Panorama du château
The remains of the medieval castle rise above the village. The belvedere offers a beautiful panorama and an insight into the geological history of the Durance valley. The earliest mention of the château dates back to 1068, but its existence certainly predates this. A true feudal fortress, it was almost entirely destroyed during the French […]
The panorama of Beynes
At an altitude of 793 m., in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, the perched village of Beynes offers an exceptional panorama of the Asse valley and tells the story of the Earth. The village rises above the Asse valley, in the heart of the Montdenier massif. Its occupation dates back to prehistoric times, and […]
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Whale Rock
The Rocher de la Baleine is a stage on the Route du Temps, one of the five discovery routes of the Haute-Provence Geopark. It is the result of a series of geological episodes. Just a few kilometers from the charming village of Saint-Geniez, the Rocher de la Baleine will stimulate your imagination and that of […]
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The Saint Vincent grotto
The Saint-Vincent cave is a natural cavity some thirty meters deep, located in the commune of Castellard-Mélan in the Monges massif. With its main chamber, stalactites and basins, the Grotte Saint-Vincent opens onto the unknown of the underground world. It was formed by the dissolution of Jurassic limestone by carbon dioxide-laden water seeping into the […]
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The Valensole conglomerates
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The chaos of La Piche
This landslide, located on the Hautes Terres road in the Haute-Provence Geopark, is a spectacular display of materials from different geological periods. The “La Piche” chaos is the result of a landslide that began between 1990 and 1994 and spread until 2006, destroying part of the forest tracks. In 2016, there was a trend towards […]
Reynier’s slumps
This geological site is located on the Route des Hautes Terres, one of the discovery routes of the Haute-Provence Geopark, in the heart of the Land of the Memory of the Earth. The Haute-Provence Geopark boasts landscapes and geological curiosities that fascinate geologists, but also delight, astonish and interest a growing number of visitors. Such […]
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The Thoard gypsum quarry
Gypsum, which is used to produce plaster, appears here and there on the hillsides of the Haute-Provence Geopark. The Siron quarry was in operation until 1940. The built heritage of Haute-Provence is inextricably linked to its geology. Gypsum has always been widely used in this region, due to the numerous gypsum outcrops nearby. Formed around […]
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The rock of Sainte-Madeleine
This rock (1,100 m.) is a geological curiosity and a cultural site, with its chapel and Andy Goldsworthy’s Art Refuge. It’s also a stone clock… The Sainte-Madeleine rock represents a synthesis of the rich heritage of the Haute-Provence Geopark. It bears witness to a long and eventful geological history. Originating from the seabed and then […]
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Saint-Armand chapel
From the perched village of Clamensane, the hike to the Saint-Amand chapel promises superb views over one of the Haute Provence Geopark’s emblematic valleys. The Saint-Amand chapel stands on an ancient site overlooking the Sasse valley. The ridge on which it was built once marked the boundary between the Roman provinces, and later the boundary […]
The Trente pas factory
The Trente-Pas hydroelectric power station, a witness to a bygone economic era, was in operation for over 60 years. Authorized by decree in 1938, the plant used water taken from the Bléone at its confluence with the Chanolette, then conveyed via a 4 km-long structure, including aqueducts and siphons, for a head of around 60 […]
The Pinées mine
Located in the clue de Verdaches, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, this mine is a reminder that the subsoil was once exploited in the region. The clue de Verdaches was carved out by the Bès nearly 6 million years ago in Triassic (-235 MA) and Carboniferous (-300 MA) terrains, some of the oldest […]
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Saint-Etienne Church
Marcoux parish church is a fine example of rural Romanesque architecture. Its campanile gives it added charm. The building dates back to the 12th and 13th centuries. At the time, it belonged to the chapter of Digne Cathedral. The three-bay building, with its slightly broken barrel vault opening onto a semicircular apse, was listed in […]
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Our Lady of Liesse
The Notre-Dame de Liesse chapel bears witness to the religious fervor of the 18th century, but also to the fear that the Asse River once inspired, with its devastating floods. The small chapel stands between the river and the road leading to the hamlet of Bellegarde d’Estoublon. Before the construction of the bridge over the […]
La Chapelle Saint-Jean
The Saint-Jean chapel marks the original site of the village of Saint-Jeannet, in the Asse valley. Its fine architecture bears witness to the persistence of Romanesque art in Haute-Provence. Among the remarkable architectural features of the Haute-Provence Geopark are the many Romanesque buildings that mark the area. You’ll find large churches and numerous chapels, such […]
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The Lagremuse ruins
The ruined hamlet overlooks the Bléone valley, offering panoramic views. At its foot, a century-old olive grove adds to its charm. Lagremuse’s ruins proudly stand against the relentless onslaught of time. The site still bears witness to its past defensive vocation. You can still make out parts of the walls of the old fortified castle, […]
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The ruins of Saint-Jean church
On the right bank of the Bléone, the site of Saint-Jean is a pleasant place for a stroll. The ruins of the church, built in the late 11th century, offer a timeless atmosphere. The Saint-Jean site was probably occupied as early as the Neolithic period, with a funerary function that grew stronger over the centuries. […]
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La Chapelle Saint-Christol
This beautiful chapel dates back to the 11th century. Dedicated to Saint-Christophe, patron saint of travelers, it makes a pleasant stopover on the Route Napoléon between Digne-les-Bains and Malijai. Built on the ruins of an ancient Gallo-Roman villa, the chapel belonged to the Abbey of Saint-Victor in Marseille. Originally vaulted, it was badly damaged by […]
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The EDF canal
The Canal de la Durance crosses the territory of the Haute-Provence Geopark and marks man’s imprint on a valley that has always been a thoroughfare between the Alps and Provence. In the Middle Ages, the Durance was the “third scourge of Provence”, after the Parlement and the Mistral! Since its development in the 1960s, the […]
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The Manosque canal
Almost a hundred years old, this canal is a haven of freshness and well-being. It is indispensable to local agriculture and much appreciated by walkers and hikers. Since its commissioning, the Canal de Manosque has revolutionized agriculture in the 13 communes it crosses on the right bank of the Durance, between Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban and Corbières-en-Provence. It’s […]
Gypseries at Volonne castle
The gypseries at Château de Volonne are among the finest in Provence. They recall the presence of gypsum, used to make plaster, in the soil of Haute-Provence. The château, commissioned by Melchior de Valavoire and built in 1607, stands on the village square, flanked by two round towers. It is more akin to a bastide, […]
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Authon Sentinel
The landscapes of the Haute-Provence Geopark are a source of inspiration for many internationally renowned artists. Among them, Andy Goldsworthy holds a special place. Since 2000, artists at the Haute-Provence Geopark, with the support of CAIRN center d’art, have been creating works that reveal the area’s specific natural, historical, cultural and social features. These works […]
La Forest” art refuge
As part of his global Refuge d’art project, installed in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, Andy Goldsworthy has taken over the abandoned hamlet of La Forest, in the commune of Saint-Geniez. Refuge d’Art is a single work of art designed by British artist Andy Goldsworthy in partnership with the Gassendi Museum and the Haute-Provence […]
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Le Vieil Esclangon” art refuge
The old Esclangon, hit by the rural exodus, was abandoned and in ruins. Today, it is home to one of the seven Refuges imagined and created by internationally renowned artist Andy Goldsworthy. Refuge d’Art is a single work of art designed by British artist Andy Goldsworthy, in partnership with the Gassendi Museum and the Haute-Provence […]
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La Ferme Belon” art refuge
The Belon farm, an important site in the French Resistance, is one of seven Refuges designed and created by internationally renowned artist Andy Goldsworthy. Refuge d’Art is a single work of art designed by British artist Andy Goldsworthy in partnership with the Gassendi Museum and the Haute-Provence Geopark. This route, the only one of its […]
Art Refuge “Col de l’Escuichière
As part of his global Refuge d’art, installed in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, Andy Goldsworthy has created two works here, inspired by black limestone veined with white calcite. Refuge d’Art is a single work of art designed by British artist Andy Goldsworthy in partnership with the Gassendi Museum and the Haute-Provence Geopark. This […]
La Chapelle Ste Madeleine” art refuge
This Refuge is the first designed and created by artist Andy Goldsworthy. It is a chapel built on the rock of the same name, at an altitude of 1100 m. Refuge d’Art is a single work of art designed by British artist Andy Goldsworthy in partnership with the Musée Gassendi and the Haute-Provence Geopark. This […]
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The redwoods of La Motte-du-Caire
The commune of La Motte-du-Caire, 25 km from Sisteron, is renowned for its apples, its landscapes, its outdoor activities… and its hundred-year-old redwoods! By the end of the 19th century, erosion had reached catastrophic levels in the Southern Alps. The cause was deforestation, which had been going on for centuries, leaving bare soil vulnerable to […]
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Les Tourniquets d’Astoin
Between the Col des Sagnes and Bayons, this picturesque route takes you through the stunning scenery of two emblematic valleys of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Tourniquets are the name given to a series of twists and turns in the route départementale n°1 as it crosses the rocky barrier (Jurassic limestone) that closes off the Sasse basin […]
Panorama glacière de Turriers
The village of Turriers stretches out at an altitude of 1040 m, on a mound overlooking a vast glacial basin and offering a breathtaking panorama of Haute-Provence, all the way to the Alps. Surrounded by hills, Turriers offers panoramic views as far as the Champsaur and Ecrins mountains, reminding us that these highlands look towards […]
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Les Mélèzes de Chourges
In the heart of the Prads forest in Haute-Bléone, exceptional larch trees can reach a girth of six meters. Prads-Haute-Bléone is a very large commune, and forests cover a large part of its territory. They contain several exceptional trees, including the Chourges larch. Considering that they grow on a north-facing slope, at an altitude of […]
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Panorama of Lac de l’Escale
This panorama is one of the landscape interpretation sites of the Haute Provence Geopark. It provides a better understanding of the geological formation of this valley of the Middle Durance. Downstream from Château-Arnoux, the river’s almost rectilinear course is guided by the Middle Durance fault, which cuts through the earth’s crust over several kilometers. Formed […]
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Col du Fanget
The Col du Fanget links the Bès and Blanche valleys. At an altitude of almost 1,500 metres, it offers stunning panoramic views in the heart of a remarkable natural setting. The Seyne basin is dominated to the northeast by the Blanche mountain range, which stretches 19 km from Dormillouse (2505m) to l’Estrop (2961m). This succession […]
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Saut de la Pie waterfall
In the clues of Verdaches, this wild and enchanting site, with its waterfall, plants and geological curiosities, will offer you a moment of freshness and wonder. The unique atmosphere of this place is due to a combination of elements: rocks, light, vegetation… From a geological point of view, there’s a “gap” and a “mismatch” that […]
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Demontzey Park
The park owes its name to the engineer Prosper Demontzey, who was instrumental in restoring mountain terrain in the Southern Alps. For centuries, the Southern Alps have been prey to erosion due to the almost total disappearance of the forest as a result of human activity. In the second half of the 19th century, the […]
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Le pas de l’Echelle
The Pas de l’échelle panorama tells the story of the Earth’s long history. It is one of the emblematic landscapes of the Haute-Provence Geopark, as beautiful as it is instructive and inspiring. The local geological history is marked by a succession of marine periods, the surrection of the Alps and strong erosion. The panorama of […]
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Bird footprints
When geology becomes poetry… This emblematic site of the Haute-Provence Geopark will allow you to imagine a few shorebirds strolling along the beaches… 20 million years ago! The bird footprint sites in the Bès valley represent the capture in stone of an ephemeral moment. The landscape at the time was that of a shallow marine […]
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The dumpling ravine
The Boulette ravine on the slopes of Blayeul is still active, demonstrating that the history of the Earth continues to be written and read in the landscapes of the Haute-Provence Geopark. This ravine, upstream from Barles, is a favorite observation ground for geologists and surprises hikers by its sheer size. In 1973, it had major […]
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The Barles slate quarries
At the heart of a remarkable natural environment (Natura 2000), the Barles slate quarries bear witness to a special geological situation, unique in the Haute-Provence Geopark territory. From the end of the 19th to the middle of the 20th century, local residents came here to extract “lauzes” to cover their houses. These “lauzes” replaced thatch, […]
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The Fontchaude spring
This constant-temperature spring lies between the Clues de Barles and Péouré, at the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark. The Fontchaude spring owes its name to the fact that it doesn’t freeze in winter. In summer, its water pleasantly refreshes walkers. Its fairly constant temperature is due to a long, deep journey through a karstic (underground) […]
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Crête de Géruen
This imposing rocky bar belongs to the Monges massif, the beating heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark. In spring and early summer, its flora is an enchantment. The Géruen mountain is a characteristic limestone bar, like many of its neighboring peaks – including the Rocher des Brigands, named after a bygone era! It overlooks the Duyes […]
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The clue de Sisteron
A geological curiosity, the clue de Sisteron is the patient work of the Durance. It has always been one of the rare crossing points between the Alps and Provence. In Provence, the term “clue” refers to a narrow passage dug by a torrent perpendicular to a mountain range. Sisteron’s clue lies between two limestone formations […]
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Beaujeu fold
In this territory of the Haute-Provence Geopark, landforms such as the Beaujeu fold tell a complex and eventful story: that of the Earth. The Beaujeu fold is a remarkable example of the deformations left by different geological eras. Located between Digne-les-Bains and Seyne, this anticlinal fold (shaped like a bridge) illustrates the deformations that affected […]
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La Grosse Pierre
Perched on a hill in the heart of the Vallée de la Blanche, this impressive block of sandstone was transported by the glacier into the Seyne basin over 20,000 years ago. During the great glacial expansions of the late Quaternary, ice occupied the northern valleys of today’s Haute-Provence Geopark. The Durance glacier descended as far […]
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The Esclangon Velodrome
In the heart of the Bès valley and the Haute-Provence Geological Nature Reserve, experience a geological adventure and discover one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the Alpes de Haute-Provence. Fascinating for geologists and hikers alike, the Vélodrome is one of the emblematic landscapes of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Highlighted by differences in vegetation, Cenozoic (Tertiary […]
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The Ichtyosaurus of La Mélaie
Discovered in 2000, this fossilized marine reptile is one of the last representatives of the ichthyosaurs. It lived around 107 million years ago, in the Secondary Era, at the time of the dinosaurs. In Prads Haute-Bléone, between Chanolles and Chavailles, the Ichthyosaurus of La Mélaie bears witness to a time when water covered the region’s […]
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The Ichthyosaurus of La Robine
The La Robine ichthyosaur was one of the first sites in Europe where a skeleton was preserved and protected in situ. It can be discovered after a pleasant hike accessible to all. The La Robine Ichthyosaur is around 185 million years old and is of great scientific and educational interest. Its name comes from the […]
The ammonite slab
At the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, the ammonite slab was named one of the 100 most beautiful international geological heritage sites in 2022. Covering 350 m², 1,550 fossilized ammonite shells, the largest measuring 70 cm in diameter, never cease to amaze. This extraordinary site leaves visitors speechless. To understand the emergence of this seabed, […]
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The Pénitents des Mées
Standing like stone sentinels above the Durance, the Pénitents des Mées are a geological curiosity in the Haute-Provence Geopark, as unexpected as they are spectacular. Erosion has carved out a hundred-meter-high alignment of pillars and blades in Valensole pudding (-1.65 to -8 MA), a conglomerate of pebbles set in natural cement. The site owes its […]
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Les Clues de Barles
By car along the incredible D900, by bike, on foot or even on horseback, discover extraordinary landscapes and incredible geological sites for a journey… out of time! The “clues de Barles” are actually two in number – Saint-Clément and le Péroué – to which we can add the clue de Verdaches, a little further on. […]
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The Mison still
A symbol of a bygone era, the Mison still bears witness to the importance of fruit in the heart of this fruit-growing region, and in the life of the community. This old copper still, manufactured in 1933, remained in operation until 1997. Designed to be mobile, it has never been moved since its purchase! And […]
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Chateaufort
Just 15 km from Sisteron, Châteaufort seems timeless, set in a remarkable natural setting – the Hautes Terres de Provence with its long geological history. To reach Châteaufort, you’ll take a small road cut into sedimentary rock, which seems to have been planted as a singular backdrop. You’ll then come to a peaceful village that […]
The Nibles altarpiece
The small village of Nibles nestles on the banks of the Sasse, a tributary of the Durance, in the heart of the Hautes Terres de Provence. Its church, N.-D. de Bethléem, conceals unsuspected treasures. With its natural setting, its bell tower-wall that stands out against the blue sky of Haute-Provence, and the landscaping of its […]
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The village of Saint-Geniez
At the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, the village of Saint-Geniez is set in a remarkable natural setting, rich in heritage. The village, situated at an altitude of 1,116 m, backs onto the Gouras and Trainon massifs and is protected by the Mélan mountain (1,705 m). The commune is part of an agricultural, forestry and […]
Saint-Marcellin chapel
Just 800 m from the charming village of Vaumeilh, the Saint-Marcellin chapel seems to stand outside time. Set on a plateau, the site invites contemplation and tranquility. Vaumeilh has been home to several religious settlements over the centuries. While the oldest dates back to Gallo-Roman times, the best-known is certainly the Chane priory, which predates […]
Le Vieil Aiglun
Overlooking the Bléone valley (830 m.), Vieil-Aiglun and its church of Sainte-Madeleine are a haven of peace, offering one of the finest panoramas in the Haute-Provence Geopark. From this old village, which has been reborn a few years ago, you can observe the relief of the Dignois Pre-Alps, from the Estrop summit to the Valensole […]
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Our Lady of the Rosary
Built on a hill overlooking the village of Mézel and the Asse valley, this chapel is a pleasant place to walk around. Its old single-needle clock is clearly visible from the village. Notre-Dame du Rosaire (17th c.) is the former parish church of the original village of Mézel, of which a few fragments of the […]
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Le Hameau de la Rouine
In a landscape characteristic of the Haute-Provence Geopark, the famous black earth, this small hamlet seems timeless. This small, Romanesque-style chapel has a single nave crowned by a small bell tower. It was built at the request of the parishioners of La Rouine in 1647. Restored in the 20th century by local residents, it features […]
Our Lady of Lauzière
The walk to this site, which overlooks the Bléone valley, is pleasant and offers a magnificent view of the Bléone valley and the Dignois Pre-Alps. Probably built in the 12th century, Notre-Dame de Lauzière is an excellent example of Romanesque architecture in Haute-Provence, thanks to its simple layout. Its single nave ends in a flat […]
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The mine gallery
In some of the oldest rocks in the area, Triassic quartzites, we find a cavity that opens onto the side of the road; it’s an old galena mine gallery. Here, in the Clue de Verdaches, the Bès has carved its gorge into a geological structure known as the Dôme de Verdaches. The clear rock (quartzite) […]
The bell tower of Thoard
A landmark in the Duyes Valley, Thoard’s bell tower-dungeon soars into the Haute-Provence sky, testifying to its rich history. The hilltop village of Thoard is a must-see on the Route du Temps of the Haute Provence Geopark. With its recognizable bell tower-dungeon, it stands at the bottom of a valley that has preserved its identity. […]
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Gaubert rock church
Gaubert and its church seem to be protected by the Cousson mountain, the guardian of the Dignois region. Stretched out on a sandstone ridge, the village offers superb views over Digne and the surrounding countryside. Gaubert was an independent commune until the end of the 19th century, and has a very long history. The slopes […]
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The annalematic sundial
The Thoard analemmatic sundial is one of only forty of its kind in France. Have fun guessing the time… according to your own shadow! This type of dial consists of an ellipse drawn on the ground, on which the hours of the day are marked. The observer places himself on the small dial according to […]
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Authon
Nestled in the Massif des Monges, the village of Authon is a haven of peace and serenity. With its relief and history, it is one of the emblematic villages of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Authon (1,137 m) is nestled in a remarkable natural setting. The beauty of the scenery and the calm that surrounds it invite […]
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Our Lady of Bethlehem Church
A must-see on the Haute-Provence Geopark discovery trail, the church of N.-D. de Bethléem, a listed historic monument, is a surprising structure. Set in unspoilt natural surroundings in the heart of the Massif des Monges, the village of Bayons is not short of attractions, including its monumental church! You’ll be amazed by its size (35 […]
Fountain of Gigors
Gigors is one of the villages of the Hautes Terres de Provence. Its fountain and plaster mill are precious reminders of life in days gone by. Between two hikes, or as a stopover on the Haute-Provence Geopark discovery route, don’t hesitate to stop off in the charming village of Gigors. The village was once a […]
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The Written Stone
This monumental inscription, dating from the 5th century, recounts the retreat of one of the last dignitaries of the Roman Empire, Claudius Postumus Dardanus. The Pierre-Écrite is a site with a rich heritage. It bears witness to an eventful era (collapse of the Empire, progress of Catholicism, invasions…), to the history of mankind, but also […]
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Melve Tower
Dating back to the 13th century, the Tour de Melve was once part of a defensive system linking 21 castles and watchtowers in the Hautes-Terres de Provence region. It is a stopover on the Hautes-Terres route of the Haute-Provence Geopark. The tower is located at an altitude of 900 m, on a steep slope that […]
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Villages & Cités de Caractère Seyne les Alpes
At an altitude of 1260 m, Seyne is a city of character, with a rich architectural heritage and an exceptional natural environment. Winter and summer alike, Seyne is a popular vacation resort. The town, crowned by its fort and “grande Tour”, reveals its narrow streets and squares, with authentic village houses, some of them half-timbered, […]
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Queen Jeanne Bridge
Crossing this stone bridge over the Vançon is like stepping out of time, into a remarkable natural setting. Ideal for a walk… at the end of the world! The bridge links the hamlets of Vilhosc and St-Symphorien, both in the Entrepierres commune. Once densely populated, they were severely affected by the rural exodus, and the […]
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Chapel and crypt of Dromon
Probably built in the 11th century, this chapel is a truly spiritual place. Nestled in an impressive natural setting, it invites humility and meditation. Clinging to the rock face, N.-D. de Dromon is exceptional for its early Romanesque crypt. The chapel was restored and enlarged in 1682; despite numerous alterations, it retains important Romanesque features. […]
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Malijai Castle
Made famous by Napoleon’s visit, the Château de Malijai is a rare and beautiful example of 18th-century seigniorial architecture in the Haute-Provence Geopark. The château has a rectangular plan with two facades, one on the village side, the other on the garden side. On either side are two round towers topped with glazed tiles. Built […]
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The 16th-century Château de Château-Arnoux
The Château de Château-Arnoux is one of the architectural jewels of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Its listed staircase is remarkable for its statuary, unique in the south of France. Built between 1510 and 1515, the building’s massive base, latticed archways and cannonieres are still medieval. By contrast, its glazed roof, mullioned and scalloped windows and staircase […]
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Village of Thoard
Overlooking the Duyes valley, the village of Thoard is a good example of the grouped settlements of Haute-Provence. Its 13th-century keep is remarkable. Thoard – from the Latin turris ardua, meaning high tower – was for centuries a formidable defensive post. Atop the rocky outcrop, the medieval tower crowned by a bell tower stands next […]
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Notre-Dame du Bourg Cathedral
With its large rose window, regular layout, single nave and four large bays, Notre-Dame du Bourg is one of the most beautiful Romanesque churches in south-east France. Romanesque architecture is very much in evidence in the Haute Provence Geopark region, with a number of remarkable buildings, not least Notre-Dame du Bourg. It was built in […]
POILROUX Florence
L’Atelier de la Place L’Atelier de la Place offers ceramic works by talented artists in Digne-les-Bains. Florence Poilroux is a passionate ceramist. Proud of her Digne roots, she draws her inspiration from the specific features and colors of this exceptional region to showcase its richness. From ammonite sculptures to “pentacrine” pendants, fossils are brought to […]
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Bevedis Brewery
Brasserie Bevedis is located in Le Chaffaut-Saint-Jurson, just a few yards from two of our region’s most emblematic long-distance hiking trails: La Routo (GR69) and the Route Napoléon (GR406). Hugues and Robin are keen to share their know-how. They brew and distribute beers in short circuits, using organic malts and hops from the département. The […]
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Gaudichart private refuge
Le Refuge privé de Gaudichart In the heart of the Haute-Bléone mountain range, Gaudichart is an eco-responsible accommodation facility located in the heart of the mountains at an altitude of 1,300 m, with only a short hiking trail for access: disconnection guaranteed! Timothée and Laura welcome you in small groups to the heart of 8 […]
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Ecolodge 04
In the heart of the Haute-Provence UNESCO World Geopark, Ecolodge la Pastoulière is ideally located at the junction of Provence and the Alps, on stage 17 of La Routo. Gloria and Régis warmly welcome you to their beautifully renovated gîte. Made from carefully selected ecological materials, it will provide you with soothing comfort. Take advantage […]
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Bed and breakfast : Le Pin des Arches
Chambres d’Hôtes – Le Pin des Arches Welcome to Le Pin des Arches, a haven of peace located in Digne-les-Bains, in the heart of the Haute-Provence UNESCO World Geopark. Valérie and Fabrice welcome you to a large house with garden and swimming pool, where you can enjoy a peaceful setting. Whether you’re a nature lover, […]
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The Bear Fountain
Center de Vacances la Fontaine de l’Ours “Listen to nature, feel the music.” Situated in Auzet, in a small mountain village, La Fontaine de l’Ours is a warm and welcoming vacation center, accessible to all, where nature and music are in the spotlight. At the crossroads of the Blanche and Bès valleys, bathed in nature: […]
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Reconnexion Nature bivouac and trekking guide
Reconnexion Nature Reconnexion Nature offers you an experience: walking in the mountains to reconnect with what’s essential. Immersed in the beauty of life, you can slow down, free yourself from everyday preoccupations, become present again and rediscover the simple joy of living here and now. Julien Defois is a mountain guide based in Seyne les […]
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Gîte T5 Villa Flora
Superb view! Beautiful 120 m² villa with 4 bedrooms. Quiet, close to DIGNE-LES-BAINS (Golf de Digne area), in the characterful village of St-Jurson. Garden and terrace, fireplace. Accrobranche, swimming lake. 12 km Thermal spa, Evobike Parc.
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Le Gîte de Roquépine
The environmentally-friendly Gîte de Roquépine is located in Barles, restored in an old building on the Les chevaux de Roquépine equestrian farm. It sleeps 9 (6 adults and 3 children). Lovely views, peaceful setting.
Association Intercommunale de Défense de l’Environnement (AIDE)
The AIDE association organizes events to raise awareness of environmental protection among the local population, visitors and tourists.
Pastry classes at Boîte à Biscuits
Ideal for a gourmet stopover, Boîte à Biscuits is an original concept that combines a coffee shop and direct production of a wide range of cookies. Looking for a cozy place to enjoy delicious cookies, chocolates, tarts, meringues and a drink, hot or iced? Step through the door of Boîte à Biscuits and discover our […]
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Reliefs
Are you looking for specialists in hiking, snowshoeing, Nordic walking or nature running? Discover and enjoy the mountains in all seasons! Reliefs is a team of mountain guides with mountaineering qualifications. These hiking, trail and trekking specialists are also passionate about their territory, and will help you discover its many treasures. From the Verdon to […]
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Atelier Bondil
Immerse yourself in the excellence and elegance of Moustiers earthenware: the Bondil workshop has been perpetuating the work of 17th-century master earthenware makers with rigor and passion for over 40 years. L’Atelier Bondil is a designer of traditional and contemporary styles, with the “Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (Living Heritage Company) label, and is a geopartner, […]
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Earthenware Museum
The earthenware produced in Moustiers had the reputation of being “the finest in the kingdom” at the time of Louis XIV. The museum showcases 5 centuries of masterpieces in an exceptional collection. In an atmosphere conducive to enjoyment, but also to education and knowledge, more than 300 extremely rare pieces of remarkable quality are on […]
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Notre Dame du Bourg archaeological crypt
The result of three excavation campaigns, the Notre-Dame du Bourg Archaeological Crypt reveals traces of construction on the exact site of the origins of the town of Digne, covering an area of 870 m². In 1980, at a time when extensive work was underway to save and consolidate the Notre-Dame du Bourg cathedral, the first […]
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Gite T2 Halte Air et Go – L’hôte antique
Located in the village of Marcoux, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Unesco Geopark, the Hôte-Antique gîte shares its grounds with the Halte Air and Go gîtes. It’s ideally placed for exploring the region’s treasures, and can be booked for a few nights or a week’s stay. From the garden and pool, reserved for your […]
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Gassendi Museum
The Musée Gassendi presents encyclopedic collections in the fields of art, local history and physical and natural sciences. Opened in 1906, the Musée Gassendi is a permanent, evolving exhibition space. It is part of the Ambulo museum cluster in Digne-les-Bains. Visitors discover a dialogue between collections of natural sciences, ancient art and contemporary art, along […]
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Milefolia
Emeline and Jérôme, two souls in love with the mountains and plants, have created Milefolia, an artisanal harvesting and processing business to help you discover the wealth of wild plants and their properties, perpetuating a long-standing Provencal tradition. They pick, dry, distill and create oily macerations with plants to extract top-quality plant active ingredients. As […]
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Les Ruchers des Ames Fortes
This certified organic beekeeper has set up his hives in the hills above Digne-les-Bains. From Courbons, in the foothills of the Siron, he produces a mountain, lavender and spring honey. The association of bees and lavender is a characteristic feature of Haute-Provence: the action of bees increases the yield of lavender oil and ensures its […]
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Apartment T6 Le Château
Châtelains of a moment, welcome to this large and majestic gîte in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, far from the hustle and bustle of the world. Château de la Robine is a large Provencal farmhouse. This 139m² gîte is designed for conviviality and sharing (it used to be a reception hall and then a […]
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Apartment T3 Hypocras
In the heart of a charmingly renovated château, you’ll enjoy an environment conducive to relaxation and discovery of a region with a rich natural and cultural heritage. Nathalie and Frédéric welcome you to this Provencal-style gîte (55 m²). On the first floor, with separate entrance, it features a kitchen opening onto the dining and living […]
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Holiday cottage T4 Bélà Vista – La Bastida Flora
In the small hamlet of Saint-Jurson, the Bélà Vista gîte is set in a restored 17th-century Bastide. This elegant 60 m² apartment has a terrace with a magnificent panoramic view. It comprises 2 bedrooms (one with 2 single beds and the other with 1 double bed), a convertible sofa (sleeps 2) in the living room, […]
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Le Jas de Volonne
Ideally located for discovering Haute-Provence, Jas de Volonne offers comfortable guest rooms in the heart of a magnificent estate. Géraldine and Franck welcome you to their Provencal home, with its 4 independent, tastefully decorated bedrooms. Passionate about motorcycling, they will be happy to advise you on the emblematic or secret circuits of their region, and […]
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Gite T3 Halte Air et Go – Cheval Blanc
Ecological bioclimatic gîte with panoramic views and swimming pool just a few kilometers from Digne-les-Bains, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark. This 4* gîte takes its name from the view it affords of the Cheval Blanc mountain (2323 m). It guarantees you a wellness and eco-responsible stay in a wood-frame construction made from ecological […]
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Gite T3 Halte Air et Go – Barre des Dourbes
Bioclimatic eco-friendly gîte with panoramic views and swimming pool just a few kilometers from Digne-les-Bains, in the heart of a stunning area between the Alps and Provence. This 4* gîte takes its name from the magical view it affords of the long limestone bar that characterizes the Haute-Provence Geopark. This area, with its rich geological […]
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Apartment T2 Près des étoiles
Welcome to the Château de la Robine! Between earth and sky, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, in a comfortable gîte, you’ll discover one of the purest skies in Europe. From the courtyard of the Provencal farmhouse, take the ancestral staircase to the 3rd floor. You’ll discover a luminous, comfortable 35m2 cocoon (2 pers.). […]
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Apartment T2 La Bergerie
Welcome to this “pastoral” gîte set in the heart of a large Provencal farmhouse, in an unspoilt valley that guarantees calm and a change of scenery. You’ll love this gîte (45 m²), tastefully converted from an old farm building with thick stone walls and remarkable beams. You’ll be immersed in a peaceful, ancestral atmosphere, with […]
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Apartment T3 Les Robines
Welcome to this gîte located in the former barn of the castle, for a peaceful stay in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark: ideal for recharging your batteries! This rustic country gîte faces the “robines” of the same name, the black marl hills characteristic of the area. It retains a few vestiges of the sheepfold […]
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Apartment T4 Le Fournil
Tribes or large families, recharge your batteries in this 10-person gîte in the heart of an exceptional natural environment! Nathalie and Frédéric welcome you to their renovated farmhouse, nestled in one of the valleys of the Haute-Provence Geopark. You’ll discover landscapes with a rich geological history (such as the Robines or Terres noires) and a […]
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Unusual accommodation Le Pigeonnier
Welcome to this charming gîte, where you can coo for two and then set off to discover the Haute-Provence Geopark and its astonishing landscapes. You’ll fall in love with this adorable nest (25 m²), restored in the style of Provencal pigeon houses, with its cascading roof and ceramic tiles. This little tower, standing like a […]
Gîte T3 La Bédigue La Ferme du Château
Discover this farm cottage in the heart of the Haute Provence Geopark: authenticity, change of scenery and serenity guaranteed! In the hamlet of Lambert, you’ll discover an unspoilt environment, just a stone’s throw from the Massif des Monges. The gîte is adjacent to a traditional mid-mountain farm where Alessia and Jérôme raise goats, sheep, rabbits, […]
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Lou Cèu Sin
Just 8 km from Sisteron, these two B&Bs in exceptional surroundings await you, with swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna… and nature at your fingertips! In Provençal, lou ceu sin means serene sky. At the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, you’ll enjoy an exceptional natural environment: stunning landscapes, a wealth of flora and fauna, pure air and […]
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Luc Richard – Hiking in the mountains
State-qualified AMM, mountain art guide and wilderness survival specialist, Luc Richard invites you to immerse yourself in the nature and culture of the astonishing Monges massif, the beating heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark. A passionate mountaineer (originally from the Queyras region), traveler, ecologist and ethnobotanist, as well as a history and literature buff (he is […]
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Gîte T4 La Maison blanche
In the Bléone valley, this spacious, functional detached house is ideally placed for discovering the Haute-Provence Geopark and the surrounding region. This cosy 4-star self-catering cottage, close to Digne-les-Bains, will give you easy access to the whole département. In a relaxing environment, you’ll appreciate the 67m² living space (lounge, dining room, patio, winter garden). The […]
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Flower camping Le Clôt du Jay
Ideally located in Clamensane, in an unspoilt valley in the Haute-Provence Geopark, Le Clôt du Jay promises you an unforgettable stay and discoveries in an exceptional natural setting, with nature at your fingertips. Nadège and Éric welcome you to their six-hectare estate with spacious pitches, chalets and atypical cabins. Between mountain and river, close to […]
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Musée Édith-Robert – Musée Terre et Temps
In the heart of Sisteron, this museum retraces the measurement of human time and the time of the earth. It is a stopover on the Haute-Provence Geopark’s Time Route. In the former 17th-century chapel of the Visitandines convent, listed as a Historic Monument, you’ll discover a variety of rare instruments and objects that help you […]
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Gallo-Roman Museum
In the heart of Sisteron, the Gallo-Roman Museum features exceptional exhibits and a permanent exhibition on the city’s ancient history and burial rites. Segustero was a Roman city, located at the crossroads of important routes, including the Via Domitia. This museum retraces the city’s ancient history, featuring architectural decorations, everyday objects and remarkable statuary. The […]
Sisteron Country Ecomuseum
The Pays Sisteronais Ecomuseum presents a permanent collection and a new temporary exhibition every year. Temporary exhibition 2024: “Carpentry in the 1900s and the Pont de la Baume”.
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Camping Les Prairies***
Located in a unique setting in the heart of the La Blanche valley, this campsite is ideal for lovers of space and nature. You’ll find peace, comfort and relaxation in a family atmosphere. The Vallée de la Blanche is the most alpine of the Haute-Provence Geopark valleys, offering sublime places to discover with friends or […]
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Gîte du Levant (T3) – Le Vieil Aiglun
Perched on the foothills of a hill, Le Levant is a charming self-catering cottage in the heart of a 16th-century estate, with a large private garden, views and panoramic pool. In 2003, Annick and Charles Speth (also mountain guides) fell in love with Vieil-Aiglun, an abandoned village in Haute-Provence. They decided to bring it back […]
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Gîte du Couchant (T3) – Le Vieil Aiglun
Overlooking the Bléone valley, this charming, detached gîte offers peace and quiet, with panoramic views and swimming pool. In 2003, Annick and Charles Speth (also mountain guides) fell in love with Vieil-Aiglun, an abandoned village in Haute-Provence. They decided to bring it back to life and turn it into a paradise: 3 charming gîtes in […]
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Gîte du Midi (T5) – Le Vieil Aiglun
In the heart of a restored hamlet, large, charming gîte (flexible) with panoramic views and pools, set around a sheltered courtyard. In 2003, Annick and Charles Speth (also mountain guides) fell in love with Vieil-Aiglun, an abandoned village in Haute-Provence. They decided to bring it back to life and turn it into a paradise: 3 […]
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Apartment T3 Le Galabre
Apartment T3 Le Galabre From this mountain-side gîte, you can enjoy exceptional surroundings and discover the Haute-Provence Geopark, its landscapes and its heritage. With friends or family (4 pers.), you’ll discover comfortable accommodation in the heart of a wild valley named after the torrent that flows just a few steps away. The surrounding landscapes will […]
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Camping Les Eaux Chaudes
Close to the thermal baths of Digne-les-Bains and the hiking and mountain-biking trails of the Terres Noires, Les Eaux Chaudes campsite offers mobile-home rentals and delimited, landscaped and shaded pitches. Would you like to discover the Haute-Provence Geopark or enjoy a health and relaxation break in Digne-les-Bains? Camping des Eaux-Chaudes is close to the thermal […]
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Hotel Saint Michel
Just 4 minutes from downtown Digne-les-Bains, the Hôtel Saint-Michel is a pleasant stopover on the Route Napoléon. The Hotel Saint-Michel features 20 comfortable rooms with free wifi. The hotel is located between the train station and the shopping center, close to numerous services and shops. The pleasant Digne-les-Bains lake is just a few minutes away. […]
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La Ferme du Rouveyret
Founded in 2011 at the foot of the Siron mountain, in the Rouveyret valley (Digne-les-Bains), the farm raises free-range Aubrac cows and lambs using organic farming methods. Stéphane Estublier is an enthusiast. After studying agriculture, he joined the municipal services of Digne-les-Bains, but still had a childhood dream: to become a breeder. At the age […]
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Brasserie de l’Aubrée
In the heart of the Vallée de la Blanche and the village of Selonnet, discover artisanal beers with character, and explore a world rich in taste, tradition and history. Here, it’s all about passion and know-how: each brew is like a unique work of art, reflecting the personality and ingenuity of the brewer. The ingredients […]
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The 28
Tapas and wine bar in the evening. Wine cellar. Original concept of a wine cellar offering wine tasting by the glass and local and international specialities in the form of tapas revisited in the evening.
GAEC La ferme du Château
In the hamlet of Lambert (commune of La Robine), come and discover this traditional mid-mountain farm: goat and sheep breeding, dairy and cheese processing. On this territory, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, pastoralism is intimately linked to the landscape, relief, soil and, of course, climate. Just a stone’s throw from the Massif des […]
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Annie’s great story
Located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region, in the UNESCO Geopark, Annie and Jean-Marc welcome you to their renovated house of character with a mountain feel. They also offer a table d’hôte with tasty and generous cuisine. House with 6 bedrooms and a dining room. There is a choice of 3 rooms with private bathrooms, and 2 […]
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Le Cabanon
In the secret and magnificent valley of the Duyes, you’ll appreciate the peace and quiet of this little house, which has been converted into a traditional Haute-Provence home. Would you like to travel eco-responsibly and enjoy a setting that’s as aesthetic as it is authentic? Le Cabanon is for you! Transformed into an eco-friendly passive […]
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Le Maurier
Gîte Rural Le Maurier, on the ground floor of the main house, offers quiet, comfortable T2 accommodation for 4 people. Fully equipped and with its own private garden, this traditional gîte is the ideal base for exploring the wonders of the UNESCO Geopark, Lake Serre Ponçon and the landscapes and small towns and villages of […]
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Le Champ des Ombelles
This flower farm is located in Ainac and offers fresh or dried flowers. The hamlet lies at the gateway to the Monges, the emblematic massif of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Flowers and dreams! If you climb up to the champ des ombelles, you’ll find an enclosure filled with a hundred varieties of flowers that grow with […]
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Bleu d’Argens – Distilling happiness
In the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, immerse yourself in a world of scents and discover a range of 100% natural products. Véronique welcomes you to a beautiful century-old building to show you her passion and her business. You’ll discover an exemplary farm and learn all about lavender, from the seed or cutting to the […]
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La Robine des Canards
This family-run farm raises fattened ducks under the Provence sun, and offers a range of fresh and canned products. In the heart of the robines, the characteristic black soil of the Haute-Provence Geopark, Clément started raising ducks and processing them on site. He was joined by his wife Jessica in June 2024 to create the […]
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Auberge Montagnarde du Fanget
Traditional restaurant for lunch and dinner, depending on opening days, and also snack/bar service for snacks and takeaways. Fresh local produce, generous home cooking. Reservations required. We aim to welcome you in a friendly mountain atmosphere in keeping with our values: through our generously-served cuisine, we will offer you a maximum of local products from […]
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Louis Teyssier hiking guide
From the Le Fanget site, Louis Teyssier offers real escapes into the heart of the natural mountain environment of the Blanche, Lac de Serre-Ponçon and Ubaye. An enthusiast from an early age, Louis Teyssier wants to share the “joy of the mountains”. Based at Le Fanget, a Nordic outdoor site, he offers 4-season hikes and […]
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Pasta Durance
Handmade, tasty, organic pasta for young and old! Made in the Southern Alps! Anne Cécile makes her pasta from organic flours from Haute-Provence. She pays great attention to each stage of production, from the selection of varieties (digestibility, gluten sensitivity) to low-temperature drying, which ensures authentic taste and preserves nutritional qualities. You’ll love the “Natures” […]
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Gîte Lou Cèu Sin
8 km from Sisteron, in the commune of Entrepierres, you’ll enjoy a space of serenity and comfort in this independent gîte, with swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna in the heart of nature. In Provençal, lou ceu sin means serene sky. You’ll enjoy an exceptional natural environment: the astonishing landscapes of the Haute-Provence Geopark, a wealth […]
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Other slopes – Mountain leader – Simon De Bergh
AUTRES VERSANTS – Mountain Leader – Simon De Bergh It’s possible to discover the “Other Slopes” of our mountains, the ones we know less about! Simon de Bergh offers guided hikes around Sisteron, between the Alps and Provence. A professional in outdoor activities, Simon organizes themed walks, hikes and bivouacs in the Sisteronais, Buëch, Lure […]
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Fort Vauban de Seyne
The Citadelle Vauban de Seyne bears witness to the valley’s history since the 17th century. It also offers superb panoramic views of the Blanche mountain range and this alpine valley. The citadel itself was built in 1693. At the time, the kingdom was threatened by neighboring Savoy, and Seyne was a border town. Louis XIV […]
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GAEC l’Étoile du Berger & Association pour la promotion de la Poire Sarteau de Draix
The white Sarteau pear from Draix: a heritage in its own right and a pure delight to discover, in candied fruit, fruit juices or in tarts and cakes. The tall pear trees seem to bask in the sun on the foothills of the Haute-Provence Geopark, in Draix to be exact, in the Haute-Bléone region, close […]
Chef Frédéric Payan- Cuisine et terroir
Cuisine et terroir offers you the opportunity to create culinary events around our Alpes de Haute Provence terroir. Unusual meals, culinary demonstrations, events around our culinary heritage… in short, come and propose your idea and we’ll build your event together. payanfrederic.wixsite.com
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Tis’ânes, Alps and Luberon Nature Stays
With Tis’Ânes, rediscover your nomadic soul and set off to discover the unspoilt territories of Haute-Provence and the Alps! Tis’Ânes offers day trips or itinerant holidays in the Vallée de la Blanche, near Lac de Serre-Ponçon, and in the Lubéron. Félix, Jonquille, O’Malley, Chocolat and a few others will make excellent travelling companions, and you’ll […]
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Wild and Wooden Basketry
Located in the commune of Mison, on the road to the old village, Vannerie sauvage et bois is one of the geopartners of the Haute-Provence Geopark. Olivier Trioux works with wood in all its forms: utilitarian objects (spoons, bowls, etc.), interior and exterior decorations. He will share his passion for wood and this unique territory, […]
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Art en Chemin
This association of mountain guides and accommodation providers combines art and hiking in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark. United by their shared values and passion for their region, the twenty or so guides offer a different way of discovering the Haute-Provence Geopark, focusing on contemporary art and encounters with the region’s natural and cultural […]
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Dinovol Paragliding
Ready to spread your wings? Dinovol Parapente offers discovery flights and tandem paragliding baptisms with a state-certified guide-instructor. It’s time to take to the skies! Don’t wait any longer, take to the skies of the Southern Alps. In total safety, you’ll fly over the mythical Cousson, the sacred mountain of the Dignois, the Andran region […]
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Ferme des Sagnes
Mountain sheep farm: lambs, kids. Discovery tour of the farm and its products. Sales (cut & wrapped lamb, sausages, merguez) all year round to order and at farmers’ markets in La Motte du Caire, Estoublon, Clamensane (in summer).
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Les Chevaux de Roquépine horse farm
TREC, horse and pony rides and carriage rides: take the time to discover one of the emblematic valleys of the Haute-Provence Geopark, the Bès Valley. Les Chevaux de Roquépine is a horse farm affiliated with the French Equestrian Federation. The horses (Franches, Montagnes, PaintHorse, Welshes) will take you to discover a wild valley, where many […]
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Hiking France
Hiking France invites you to discover the landscapes and secret treasures of Haute-Provence and the Southern Alps, with hikes and excursions combining nature, geology and art. As a mountain leader, Charles Speth will guide you to the most beautiful sites in the Haute-Provence Geopark. For a few hours or a few days, you’ll discover the […]
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Adoux products
In a secret, unspoilt valley, you’ll discover a range of 100% natural products made from wild or cultivated plants: fine lavender essential oil, hydrolats, jams, syrups… Aromatic plants are harvested and cultivated throughout the valleys of the Haute-Provence Geopark, where they benefit from an ideal terroir and climate. Here, at Produits de l’Adoux, you’ll find […]
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The treasures of our mountains
Discover the red gold of Haute Provence: local production of saffron, truffles and fruit-based by-products in Bayons, in the heart of an unspoilt region. Rose-Marie and Florent welcome you to their farm. These committed farmers will tell you all about their products, which come from environmentally-friendly cultivation, wild harvesting and breeding. Rose-Marie will tell you […]
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Via Ferrata de la Grande Fistoire
Take to the skies on the Via Ferrata de la Grande Fistoire! Internationally renowned for its aerial route, you’ll conquer a 250-metre wall with breathtaking views… In the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, characterized by large limestone bars (-150 million years old), the Grande Fistoire offers you a unique experience. As you climb, you’ll appreciate […]
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Restaurant La Bonne Étape
On the Route Napoléon, here’s an address not to be missed: the Relais & Châteaux hotel and its Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant await you for a unique experience in Provence. Michelin-starred since 1964, this establishment, run by the Gleize family for 4 generations, offers 18 air-conditioned rooms with refined comfort and views of the mountains, garden […]
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Villa Gaïa Hotel & Pension
The charm of a 19th-century family home set in a large garden, for a stay in a classic hotel or residence. Since 1993, Anne-Françoise and Georges-Eric have welcomed you to their home in the heart of a large garden near the Ferréols lake. The rooms are bright and spacious, all with fully renovated private bathrooms. […]
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Camping Mandala
25 km from Digne-les-Bains, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, Mandala campsite welcomes you to an exceptional, unspoilt natural setting. Camping Mandala is a nature campsite that respects the environment: ideal for rejuvenation and outdoor activities (hiking, Via Ferrata, mountain biking, climbing, canyoning, hang-gliding…)! Around 30 pitches are available in a peaceful setting by […]
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Hôtel-Restaurant Le Vieux Tilleul***** (hotel-restaurant)
At the foot of the Seyne citadel, this former farmhouse and its bistronomic restaurant are a must-see in the Vallée de la Blanche, to be discovered in all seasons! In the heart of a large wooded park that runs alongside the river, Le Vieux tilleul is a haven of peace between the Alps and Provence. […]
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Hotel Tivoli Théopolis
On the Route Napoléon, the Tivoli is an ideal stopover. From Sisteron, you can explore the Haute-Provence region, its heritage and unspoilt nature. Founded in 2012, this 2* hotel has 16 comfortable rooms and guarantees a warm, professional welcome. At the foot of the Citadelle, the hotel is located in the heart of the town, […]
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Mandala Voyages
Based in Prads-Haute-Bléone, Mandala Voyages takes you to discover the natural and cultural riches of the Haute-Provence Geopark in a spirit of zen and adventure. A veteran of Himalayan trekking, Yvan Théaudin has been a mountain leader for over twenty years, and has always held strong human values. “RESPECT is our starting point: for hikers […]
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GAEC La Tchiote Bédigue
Between the Alps and Provence, in the heart of the Vallée de la Blanche, come and discover the dairy products and lamb meat of this family farm. Jérôme and Isabelle’s farm is located in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, an area where pastoralism is an important activity. In this land of transhumance, ewes are […]
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Via Ferrata du Rocher de Neuf Heures
Conquer a cliff millions of years old! The nine-hour via ferrata du Rocher promises unforgettable sensations and memories. Its fun and varied route faces south-east and offers several itineraries. It is classified as fairly difficult to difficult (750 m, duration 50 mins to 4 hrs) and is reached after a 45-minute approach walk from downtown […]
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Via Ferrata de la Falaise de Meichira
Just 30 minutes from Digne les Bains, the Via Ferrata de Prads-Haute-Bléone is the most alpine of the Haute-Provence Geopark’s via ferrata. Sensations guaranteed! Starting at an altitude of 1000 m and with a 300 m vertical drop, this via ferrata will take you to new heights! The route (length 600 m, duration approx. 3 […]
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Ecomuseum La Javie
The La Javie ecomuseum presents the life of the village and the Haute Bléone in days gone by, and offers a real journey back in time through 8 themed exhibitions. Free admission. For over twenty years, the La Javie Autrefois association has been working to reconstruct the history and ancestral lifestyles of the Haute-Bléone region. […]
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Chez Le Poète** Hotel-Restaurant
In the heart of the village of Selonnet, between the Massif des Monges and the Chaîne de la Blanche, you can sample local specialities and enjoy a simple, family atmosphere. Le Poète’s dishes will warm you up after a snowshoe outing, a ski or toboggan run, a hike or a family outing. In summer, you […]
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Camping du Moulin de Thoard
Situated 900m from the hilltop village of Thoard, Camping du Moulin is set in a natural setting, in the heart of the Haute-Provence Geopark, on the Route du Temps… In a society in perpetual motion, you’ll appreciate this campsite nestled in a valley that has managed to retain its identity. The Vallée des Duyes lives […]
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Karkam Provence Saffron
In an unspoilt, authentic setting, Guilène opens the doors of her farm, where saffron flowers bloom along low dry stone walls that radiate summer heat. The farm is multi-purpose, with carefully selected aromatic and medicinal plants, and crops grown using organic farming methods and sustainable development techniques. In this environment, an orchard of old-fashioned varieties […]
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Gîte Lavande
In the heart of a wild, unspoilt valley, recharge your batteries in Haute-Provence and discover a land of light and contrasts! This is a very special valley: astonishing landscapes, the fruit of an eventful geological history, listed sites (Dalle aux ammonites and ichtyosaure), generous sunshine and the feeling of being a little out of the […]
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Santons Passion Patrick Volpes
Patrick Volpes, master santon-maker, creates and shapes a multitude of colorful characters. Come and discover his “Santons-Passion” workshop-boutique, his animated crib and his museum. In Champtercier, Patrick Volpes has been giving free rein to his passion for 40 years. Always on the lookout for new characters, he draws his inspiration from the wild nature that […]
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Le Vieux Moulin
In the heart of the Asse valley, come and visit an old oil mill and discover the products it produces: olive oil, essential oils and dried flowers. In a place steeped in family history, at the producer’s home, you’ll discover a place, a story (or stories) and products. Ancestral and modern extraction processes will hold […]
Les Ruchers de la Bastide Blanche
Come and discover the Ruchers de la Bastide blanche in Estoublon, where you can taste the scented honeys in a Provencal atmosphere. A sensory and olfactory stopover on the route des Galets of the Haute-Provence Geopark. You are in the commune of Estoublon, just a few kilometers from the famous Valensole plateau and its lavender-blue […]
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Gîte de Flagustelle
The Gîte de Flagustelle is a self-catering, half-board group accommodation ideal for mountain activities. The Gîte de Flagustelle is housed in the former schoolhouse of the village of Verdaches. At an altitude of 1100 m, between the Alps and Provence, its location will enable you to discover a wild and unspoilt territory, which contains the […]
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La Maison du Mulet
Halfway between a museum, a theme park and an educational farm, the Maison du Mulet is a fun and original way to discover mules and their place in the history of the Pays de Seyne. Mules, donkeys and mares graze on the site, which also features a mini-farm and playground. The rural heritage buildings are […]
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