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Top 5 summer outdoor activities in the French Southern Alps

summer version

What about going back to your roots? Hiking, star gazing or discovering plants – the French Southern Alps are chock-full of activities in an exceptional setting where nature is your host. They offer a panorama of lakes and mountains where chamois and ibex roam free. Move, vibrate and recharge your batteries in tee French Southen Alps.

Head for the most beautiful lakes in the Ubaye and the Val d’Allos

The Mercantour National Park and the Ubaye number no less than 60 lakes of rivalling beauty. You can reach them on a hike through the pastures and picturesque villages. The landscapes which are mostly made up of valleys and lakes nestled in the mountains offer a real nature tableau. Get walking for a reviving outing and a real breath of fresh air with your kids! It’s also the perfect time to relax on the banks of the Lac d’Allos, the largest high-altitude natural park in Europe.

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Stars in your eyes in Sant-Véran

Have you always dreamed of spending an unusual night at 3000 metres, surrounded by stars and mountains? You can do it at the Paul Felenbok Observatoire in Saint-Véran in the Hautes-Alpes. Comfortably installed in one of the Observatory’s two rooms, you’ll get a unique view of the starry sky above you. During this undescribable adventure, you’ll be accompanied by passionate scientists and you’ll learn more about the stars, planets and even the galaxies. From observing the sun to visiting the facility and looking through a telescope under the dome, there’s a lot going on! From sunset to early morning, you won’t want to sleep for fear of missing the first green ray or the magical colours of dawn…

Learn about the secrets of Alpine plants

Join the ½ day “les plantes comestibles et utiles” (edible and useful plants) walk In Seyne to discover all the secrets and legends of herbalists. Start with an olfactive followed by a visual lesson on these plants which make up the Alpine environment. From mushrooms to wild berries and field flowers, they all have their own special identity. And they also offer a range of colours and scents to awaken all your senses!

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Soar into the air on a zipline

Head for the ski resort of La Colmiane, where the biggest zipline in France and one of the biggest in Europe, awaits you for a 2,663-metres flight above Valdeblore. Fly over the resort and its magnificent blue lakes at speeds of up to 130km/h. The zipline is in two sections and offers an adrenaline-filled tandem flight! In summer, the lush green forest and the speed are a promise of cool air and thrills. The kids will be in a hurry to get back up there!

Adrenaline and thrills on the Lake of Serre-Ponçon

Get your fill of thrills on one of the most iconic lakes in the Hautes-Alpes. Head for the Lake of Serre-Ponçon for a cool surfing experience! On an electric surfboard, play at being a modern-day rider and you’ll easily reach a speed of 52 km/h. Not bad! Or give the electric foil a try and fly above the water at 45 km/h. Two fun family activities (from age 5) and for all levels. Go go go!