Gap, located in the Hautes-Alpes department, is a tourist destination particularly appreciated for its cultural and natural heritage. Nicknamed the sweet capital of the Southern French Alps, the city has played a key role and was an important interchange hub, linking Marseille to Grenoble.
Make the most of your holidays in Gap to discover, alone or with a guide, the tourist attractions and historical monuments such as the cathedral, the Chapel of the Penitents or the town hall. Culture holds a special place in Gap. Musée Muséum Départemental, a public museum in Gap, allows you to discover the archeological remains, paintings from the 14th to the 20th century and earthenware of yesteryear. To learn more about the local history, the “écomusée de l’artisanat,” the Ecomuseum of Gap, recounts the economic and human agricultural history of the department from 1790 to 1950. You can also discover the workshops of the peasant, the clog maker, the blacksmith…
Gap is above all a destination renowned for its natural territory. If you are a nature lover, head for Domaine de Charance. The park is ideal for both families and sports enthusiasts. The domain enjoys an exceptional panorama with a remarkable garden, a rose garden, hiking trails, trail runs, and more. You can also go to Plateau Bayard to try your hand at cross-country skiing in winter and golf in summer.
Make the most of your holidays and taste some of the local products. Visit the town on market days to treat yourself to the region’s delicacies such as tourtons for example. Gap is also famous for the production of apples and pears.
Gap hosts many events throughout the year such as the Monte Carlo Rally, the Carnival of the Alps or the Tour de France.
