Mountain landscapes
The Hautes-Alpes have alpine landscapes influenced by the Mediterranean. Nature is generous here, between forests and fields, valleys and peaks. In Serres and in the surrounding area you can practice many nature activities: hiking, mountain biking, horse riding… The torrents of the Hautes-Alpes also welcome white water sports enthusiasts with activities such as canyoning, rafting, kayaking…
The lakes of the Hautes-Alpes
In high or medium mountains, the Hautes-Alpes have several hundred lakes of various sizes and shapes. Some of them offer water sports, such as Serre-Ponçon. Lakes and rivers are home to an exceptional biodiversity: insects, trout, eels, breams, barbs, chub or carp, batrachians, birds…