Tourism in Saint-Pons

The village of Saint-Pons was built in an exceptional setting in the heart of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. You will appreciate the identity of this typical village of the Ubaye valley.

Do you want to go green, far from the noise and excessive activity of the big cities? The village of Saint-Pons provides you with a haven of peace.

Nature justifies the tourist attraction of Saint-Pons. This is the opportunity to go hiking or to go cycling or mountain biking on the paths and trails of the Ubaye valley. In the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, there is no shortage of outdoor activities. You can also opt for a horse riding session, or try your hand at rock climbing.

From the Mediterranean coast to the high altitude meadows of the Southern French Alps, the diversity of the terroirs in southeastern France offers many regional specialties. The terroir around Saint-Pons invites you to savory culinary visits, to meet committed and passionate producers.

As you travel through the roads of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, you will find various treasures: Romanesque churches, old houses, manor houses, castles… The Tourist Office of Saint-Pons will give you information on activities to try and tourist sites to visit. You wish to stay in Southern France? Campsites, bed and breakfast, overnight stay in a hotel… We allow you to book accommodation.

Nature in Southern France

From the seabed of the Mediterranean Sea to the glaciers of the Alpine mountains, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region is home to a variety of landscapes and numerous animal and plant species to observe. The alpine paths and winding roads of the Ubaye await cyclists and hikers!

Museums and heritage

in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence , villages and hamlets share their stories with you. Various museums present the heritage and know-how of yesteryear. You can visit the house of Jean Giono in Manosque, the lapidary museum in Riez, the Museum of Workers’ Memory, Mines and Miners of Provence in Saint-Maime, the museum of Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye, the museum of Vauban Forts of Haut Verdon in Colmars…