Tourism in Guillestre

The village of Guillestre benefits from a privileged situation, in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes. You will appreciate the authenticity and charm of a typical Queyras village. The village of Guillestre has an active historical center, which hosts various stores such as a grocery store or a bakery.

vacations allow you to reconnect with nature? It is the opportunity to go hiking or to go for a ride on mountain bike or bicycle on the paths and trails in the heart of the Queyras landscapes. Other activities are also offered in the Queyras: horse riding, climbing, tree climbing, paragliding…

From the Mediterranean coast to the upland grasslands of the Southern French Alps, the attractiveness of southeastern France is also based on a gastronomy of rare richness. You can also discover in the region many local markets where producers will introduce you to tasty products.

The sumptuous landscapes are not the only tourist attraction of Queyras: churches, castles, museums also appeal to tourists.

You can contact the Tourist Office for ideas of visits in the area.

You wish to stay in the Hautes-Alpes department? Campsites, guest rooms, hotels… You can easily book the accommodation of your dreams.

The Queyras

With its high mountain landscapes, immense coniferous forests, valleys and high mountain pastures, the Queyras Regional Nature Park is a popular destination for lovers of freedom and wide open spaces. Skiing, snowshoeing in winter, hiking, cycling, climbing, paragliding, white water sports under the summer sun: nature activities are a must. The region’s terroir has given rise to tasty specialties, which you will appreciate after a day of sport.

Fortress of Mont-Dauphin

To protect the borders of the Kingdom of France, Sébastien Le Prestre, Marquis de Vauban, fortified a plateau overlooking the Durance. The fortress of Mont-Dauphin, listed by UNESCO, bears witness to the military architecture characteristic of the reign of Louis XIV. Once the ramparts, redoubts, bastions and gates have been crossed, you will discover an unusual village inhabited by less than two hundred inhabitants.