The Verdon Natural Park
From the union between a river, the Verdon, a soft stone and the azure of Provence was born the Verdon. The landscapes are at the same time grandiose and wild: vertiginous gorges or wide cultivated valleys, forests… The Park has been laid out to welcome lovers of outdoor activities, while allowing the protection of biodiversity… Numerous marked trails have been provided for walking enthusiasts. You will also be able to ride the Verdon paths on mountain bikes, learn to climb, go down the gorges in kayaks or go horse riding… The historical heritage also attracts visitors. Discover oil mills, oppidums, chapels, churches, oratories… Local markets and village grocery stores will allow you to discover local products: gingerbread, honey, mountain cheese, lamb meat, vegetables and fruits, farm products, olives, olive oil…
The heritage of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
In the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, you will be able to meet the men and women who, over the generations, have enhanced the fields of this area of great beauty. Various museums will offer you exciting cultural escapades. According to your desires, you can visit the lapidary museum of Riez, the Maison-Musée des Forts Vauban du Haut Verdon in Colmars, the Lauzet-Ubaye Museum, the Forcalquier Museum, the ecomuseum of the Maison du Mulet in Seyne-les-Alpes, the Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions in Reillanne…
Lavender in the spotlight
Lavender belongs to Provence. Near the village of Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon, the Valensole plateau is a picturesque picture, with its lavender fields rolling their purple strands to the horizon. As a souvenir, you can buy sachets of dried lavender, essential oils, perfumes…
