Category: Villages of the Verdon
The villages of the Verdon are all overflowing with charm. The charm of the villages of Provence but also the charm of the villages of Haute Provence. There are differences between the villages of the middle Verdon and those of the lower Verdon. Indeed, the altitude and the proximity of the Mediterranean Sea give a better climate to the lower Verdon. A traditional architecture thus more Provençal in the Bas Verdon. On the other hand, we observe a more “mountain” culture in the middle Verdon. If you go to the Col d’Allos, the sources of the Verdon, you will see on the road more and more sloping roofs.
In these articles, you will find some anecdotes and indications about several villages of the area. We hope to enrich this section little by little. You will also find articles entitled “Road Trip” which invite you to link several villages. Charming roads guaranteed. The most courageous will realize these routes by bike!
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Trigance village: A Provencal village in the heart of the Verdon
Perched on a rocky spur overlooking the Jabron valley, Trigance is a typical medieval village in Haute-Provence. Its tile-roofed houses, narrow, winding streets and fortified castle, which stands proudly atop the village, give it an authentic, picturesque charm. The old village can be compared to a small labyrinth of narrow, winding streets, lined with old…
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Comps-sur-Artubie, Templars, Hospitallers and legends
Comps-sur-Artuby is a small village in the Haut-Var where no less than 378 inhabitants were counted in 2014. This commune covers an area of 63 square kilometers with an average altitude of 900 meters. The market day is Saturday as well as Castellane. The village of Comps-sur-Artuby is part of the geological reserve of Haute-Provence….
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The Col des Champs, the Road Trip of the High Verdon
The Col des Champs joins among others Colmar to the Daluis gorges. Here is a road trip of a small day which will allow you to cross very different Alpine landscapes and will leave you great memories. Colmars-les-Alpes A small medieval town on the edge of the Verdon. Take the time to stroll through its…
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Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the legends of the star
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful villages in France There is evidence of the presence of man since prehistoric times. The village in the lines we know today, was founded in the 5th century by some monks. At the crossroads of the Gorges du Verdon, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is today perceived as one of the most beautiful…
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Verdon Gorges, the essential road trip
The road trip of the Verdon gorges is particularly appreciated. Indeed, many vehicles travel on these roads in summer. We will see here two courses which complement each other and even form a loop. There is no real order to follow, it is up to you. On these narrow and winding roads, the traffic is…
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Rougon village and Isidore Blanc, the stage manager
The village of Rougon, perched on its rocky outcrop, was the place where Isidore Blanc taught at the beginning of the 20th century. Rougon Village Coming from Castellane, the village of Rougon is located about ten kilometers before La Pallud, on the D952. An Eagle’s nest perched at an altitude of 930 m. Allow approximately…
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The Roc of Castellane, breathtaking view of the Verdon.
It does not matter which path you take to come to Castellane the first time. We will always remember the appearance of the Roc of Castellane in the landscape. For my part, I came that day from Digne-les-Bains. Once the bus arrived at the top, at the Col des Lèques, I saw this enormous block…