Martel expedition 1905 in the Grand Canyon du Verdon

Martel expedition 1905 in the Grand Canyon du Verdon

The Martel expedition was led by the French speleologist Édouard-Alfred Martel (1859-1938). He went to Haute Provence in 1905. Sent by the Ministry of Agriculture, he came to study the resurgence of Fontaine l’Evêque (today drowned in the lake of Sainte-Croix)....
Barreme distilleries and fine lavender in Haute Provence

Barreme distilleries and fine lavender in Haute Provence

  At the end of the XIXth century, the essence of lavender took a very important development. All of Haute Provence is thus embarking on production. Barrême fine lavender is then recognized for its quality. Barrême is gradually becoming an important center for...
In Castellane, the Pétardiers Festival at the end of January

In Castellane, the Pétardiers Festival at the end of January

Fête des Pétardiers Every last Sunday in January, the Fête des Pétardiers has been celebrated in Castellane for almost 450 years. At the end of January, it’s cold in the streets of Castellane and the town is almost deserted. The Fête des Pétardiers is a chance...
In the Verdon, climate changes between 2017 and 2018?

In the Verdon, climate changes between 2017 and 2018?

Climatic changes “Climatic changes”. Words that we hear a lot these days unfortunately .. Between 2017 and 2018, we could note some climatic changes in the Verdon. Would this valley distant from the industrial world be affected by such whims of nature?...
Sirenians of the Col des Leques, 40 millions years ago

Sirenians of the Col des Leques, 40 millions years ago

The Sirenians The Sirenians of the Col des Lèques existed 40 million years ago. You have probably had the pleasure to read our previous article. So you certainly know the pass that leads to Castellane from Dignes; the Col des Lèques. Just after the camping des Sirènes...
Rafting and raft, history of a revolutionary machine

Rafting and raft, history of a revolutionary machine

The words raft and rafting already exist in the collective unconscious, but what are they really? For many, a strong buoyancy aid that can overcome the tumult of a raging torrent. This remains vague. Who invented the raft? Theodore Géricault? The raft of the Medusa?...