Géoparc Haute Provence

Museums & Cultural sites

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The Geopark is rich in cultural, historical and artistic heritage. Step back in time and listen to the stories told by our passionate geopartners, who will be delighted to share their knowledge of the area’s heritage. Ecomuseums, Crypt, Maison du Mulet, Citadelle… and many other sites await you.

Musée de la Faïence (© Adrien Noat)

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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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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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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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 […]
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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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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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Musée Gassendi

Le Musée Gassendi présente des collections encyclopédiques dans le domaine de l’art, de l’histoire locale et sciences physiques et naturelles. Ouvert en 1906, le musée Gassendi se présente comme un lieu d’exposition permanent et évolutif. Il fait partie du pôle muséal Ambulo de Digne-les-Bains. Le visiteur y découvre le dialogue mis en place entre les […]
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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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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”.

Geopartners

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Discover the other types of activities offered by our Geopartners

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Outdoor activities

The Geopark's territory boasts exceptional landscapes in terms of their beauty and diversity. Our geopartners will help you discover these treasures through "nature" activities that will delight young and old alike. On foot, by bike, on horseback, paragliding... you'll discover this geological, artistic and cultural heritage, as well as its incredible biodiversity. Our geopartners will be delighted to guide you through these magnificent places.

Producteurs & Artisans

Producers & Craftsmen

These passionate men and women cultivate products on their land that will delight both your taste buds and your pupils. With respect for the environment, they put their know-how to work through an eco-responsible approach to sustainable development. Whether they're beekeepers, farmers, breeders, herbalists..., they love to share their work with you during visits to their farms or markets. Come and meet them, and leave with some great local produce.

Restaurant La Bonne Etape (© La Bonne Etape)

Restaurants & Lodging

Stay in the Geopark area and enjoy a break in nature or a gourmet meal - that's what our geopartners have to offer. Gîtes, campsites, B&Bs... there's something for everyone. These accommodations follow an eco-responsible approach, and their owners are on hand to answer your questions and help you discover the Geopark. As for the restaurateurs, they'll be cooking up dishes made with local, seasonal produce. Enjoy your meal!