Tourism in Authon

In the department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, the small village of Authon was built in the middle of exceptional landscapes. Enjoying a privileged location near some of the major tourist sites and monuments of Haute-Provence, the village of Authon represents a true haven of peace.

Do you like to make the most of your stay to practice new outdoor activities? You can walk along the hiking trails of this preserved area of Haute-Provence. During your stay, you can also try your hand at other activities. You can, for example, enjoy the region during a horseback ride, or get a thrill on your first via ferrata.

In Authon, as everywhere in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, the local gastronomic tradition is a tourist attraction in its own right.

In the surroundings of Authon, you can easily go to a selection of local markets where the stalls make you discover local specialties.

The region’s heritage offers many beautiful discoveries. Here, a well-preserved wash house. Here, the ruins of a medieval castle.

The local Tourist Office will provide you with information on available activities and monuments. Discover also many activities that meet all your criteria. Are you looking for accommodation in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence ? You can discover a selection of accommodation to spend your stay in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence : bed and breakfast, hotels, campsites…

Nature in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur

The Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region is home to 8 regional nature parks, plus 4 national parks: Port-Cros, the Calanques, the Mercantour and the Écrins. Take advantage of your stay in our region to try your hand at numerous nature activities: hiking, horse riding, mountain biking, via ferrata, climbing, paragliding, bungee jumping, canyoning, rafting, canoeing, canoeing, parasailing, towed buoys, paddle, scuba diving…

The Haute-Provence Geological Reserve

The Reserve ensures the protection of unique geological sites. There is a surprising concentration of fossils dating back tens of millions of years. As you wander through the various sites open to the public, you will be able to admire ammonites (snail-like aquatic molluscs), ichthyosaurs, sirenians (marine mammals)…