Discover Saint-julien-d'asse and its surroundings

Discover the ruins of the abandoned hamlet of Trévans with breathtaking views. Then climb up to the Col de la Croix and return to the village of Estoublon via the Crête de la Jaillière and the Sentier des Oliviers.

On this walk you will the discover cabins in the middle, fields of lavender, wheat, canola, and sunflower. The beginning of the path is the same as for loop 1, only the way back differs. From the junction, take direction Puimoisson indicated by a hiking sign. Circulating on a rolling trail allowing you to admire a clear landscape, in front of the crest of Montdenier. When you reach a fork, turn left to find the Notre-Dame chapel, in the heart of an oak forest. Go down again to the foot of Puimoisson using a cobble path (be careful!), Where a last effort is necessary to reach the village. Upstream of the fork which leads to the Chapel, a variant is possible (right) to reach the road.

On this walk you will the discover cabins in the middle, fields of lavender, wheat, canola, and sunflower. The beginning of the path is the same as for loop 1, only the way back differs. From the junction, take direction Puimoisson indicated by a hiking sign. Circulating on a rolling trail allowing you to admire a clear landscape, in front of the crest of Montdenier. When you reach a fork, turn left to find the Notre-Dame chapel, in the heart of an oak forest. Go down again to the foot of Puimoisson using a cobble path (be careful!), Where a last effort is necessary to reach the village. Upstream of the fork which leads to the Chapel, a variant is possible (right) to reach the road.

A peaceful family trail along the Estoublaisse River. From the village, explore the banks of the river via a small road. Then a wilder path that will take you to a 40-meter Nepalese footbridge.

A beautiful hike from the picturesque village of Saint-Jurs to the summit of Agra and its breathtaking view of the Valensole plateau. In summer, the forest is sometimes closed due to fire risk. From the car park, return towards the village Take rue “Lou pas” opposite, then turn right into rue du Four. Pass under the old castle and join the Col de St Jurs road. Take in front. The marked trail quickly joins the road. Follow it for 500 m. Go up the marked route for another 2 km, alternating along the path in the woods and passages on the small road to the pass. After a final road crossing, join the path at a crossroads of marked routes. Leave access to the St Jurs pass on the left and continue straight on to the pass from where the path leads to the summit of Agra. The path quickly enters a rocky gorge (a little steep but not particularly difficult) then continue the path in bends up to the crest of the Agra. In the middle of the boxwoods reach the summit. Head back towards the summit of Montdenier and go down the path between the rocks to the woods. Turn left along the path and go down in bends, under the pines, to the track. Take in front. The route goes to the left, crosses a valley and joins the Levens track. Return, to the left, to the Col de St Jurs. Then take the path on the left 150 m after the car park and go down to the village.

The GR®69 La Routo® is a 520 km hiking route that follows the old transhumance drailles, between the Crau plain in Arles and the Stura valley in the Italian Piedmont, 15 stages or 252 km are in the Alpes de Haute-Provence. Through these stages La Routo® allows the discovery of the most emblematic and diverse landscapes of Provence in the Alps, the route joins the Alpes de Haute-Provence by Gréoux-les-Bains, the Valensole plateau, Digne-les-Bains, Seyne-les-Alpes and Barcelonnette to pass by the Larche pass, and continue in Italy to Cuneo, in the Stura Valley. GR®69 La Routo® From Provence to the Alps via the drailles, €18 on sale in tourist offices Stage Saint-Jurs - Bras d'Asse (12 km - 40m D+): This stage will offer you a unique view of a large part of the department. This last stage in the Verdon Regional Natural Park will take you through lavender fields as well as beautiful pine and oak forests. Stage Bras d'Asse - Le Chaffaut (20 km - 608m D+): This stage allows you to reach the Bléone valley via the abandoned hamlet of Lagremuse perched on its rock, and offering a beautiful panoramic view, discovery of large olive trees which bear witness to an important agricultural past. Stage Le Chaffaut - Digne-les-Bains (11,5 km - 190m D+): An easy and hilly stage which will allow you to discover the charming golf course of Digne-les-Bains passing through the pretty village of Gaubert which dominates the surrounding countryside. Then head towards the city center of Digne-les-Bains. Étape Digne-les-Bains - La Javie (20,5 km - 430m D+): This stage begins in the town centre of Digne-les-Bains and allows you to reach wild landscapes. In the second part of the route you will cross a refreshing forest before finishing the stage in the village of La Javie. Étape La Javie - Le Vernet (19 km - 840m D+): the route rises here towards the Col de Boullard in the heart of a green plateau and a sumptuous forest. The mountains are getting higher and higher, this stage will mark your entry into the Vallée de la Blanche. Stage Le Vernet - Seyne (14,5 km - 400m D+): The GR®69 enters here in its alpine part, with the crossing of the Blanche valley, the route is in the middle of the forest from the beginning to the end of the stage in Seyne. It is a very pleasant route, refreshing and always green. Stage Seyne - Le Laverq (21 km - 1360m D+): This is the longest and most difficult stage of La Routo route, but it is also the most beautiful. To shorten the route, a departure is possible from the Maison forestière de Bellevue. Beware of the risk of snow until June.

The Gorges de Trévans, near the village of Estoublon, are deep, magnificent gorges carved out of the mountain. This hike leads to the ruins of the hamlet of Valbonnette.

Choose a family walk in the lavender fields and in the middle of the olive tree fields, two crops that testify of the glorious past of the agricultural city of Riez. From the hiking panels, at the car park of Pré-de-Foire, reach the Silo de Riez. Take the small road along the Colostre and go around the high school. 1 - At the H. Bourret Boulevard, turn left and reach the Sainte-Croix road. Cross it. 2 - At the police station, go to the right towards the Silo. 3 - On the Revesca path, turn right and head to Millarettes, then right again at the next intersection. Cross the departmental road D11 and go up the paved road across for 1.2km / less than a mile. 4 - Go up the road until the Millarettes plateau. At the ledge, take the second road on the right. Continue on the dirt road in the middle of the lavender plantations and the downy oaks for 1.6km / less than a mile. 5 - At the crossing of 3 paths, take the right trail in switchbacks, go down the valley of the Tailla through the oak trees. At the bottom of the valley, turn right. Go up the gravel path gradually until the road (point 4 -). Come back to Riez via the same route used to go.

Choose a family walk in the lavender fields and in the middle of the olive tree fields, two crops that testify of the glorious past of the agricultural city of Riez. From the hiking panels, at the car park of Pré-de-Foire, reach the Silo de Riez. Take the small road along the Colostre and go around the high school. 1 - At the H. Bourret Boulevard, turn left and reach the Sainte-Croix road. Cross it. 2 - At the police station, go to the right towards the Silo. 3 - On the Revesca path, turn right and head to Millarettes, then right again at the next intersection. Cross the departmental road D11 and go up the paved road across for 1.2km / less than a mile. 4 - Go up the road until the Millarettes plateau. At the ledge, take the second road on the right. Continue on the dirt road in the middle of the lavender plantations and the downy oaks for 1.6km / less than a mile. 5 - At the crossing of 3 paths, take the right trail in switchbacks, go down the valley of the Tailla through the oak trees. At the bottom of the valley, turn right. Go up the gravel path gradually until the road (point 4 -). Come back to Riez via the same route used to go.

The short walk of the "Roman columns" will lead you to the columns, isolated in the middle of their meadow. From the car park turn left.1- Cross the bridge then follow the path along the Colostre on the left bank (GR®4 towards Greoux les Bains). 2- At 200 m, take the bridge to reach the other bank and the 4 Roman columns. Possibility to continue the walk along the Colostre, flat and shaded path, by going up to the health course for about 200 m. The return is made by the same itinerary.

A quiet family campsite in the heart of the Provençal countryside between Digne les Bains and the Verdon. In the heart of Provence, a region renowned for its sunshine, blue skies and Alpine air, La Célestine campsite offers a variety of accommodation options on a flat 3-hectare area, located only 16 km from Digne les Bains. Bordered by the river Asse and close to the Gorges du Verdon and its lakes (Sainte Croix, Castillon, Esparron) the campsite offers many activities on site and in surrounding areas. Enjoy a 750 m² lake directly on the campsite.

Since 1922, our mill extracts extra virgin olive oil, a genuine fruit juice, only with mechanical means to olive oil amateurs’ great joy. For more than 40 years we have been making cosmetics and soap made in a cauldron just like Marseille soap. The harvest of olives is done manually with hand and automatic combs to preserve olives quality. Then, we proceed to the grinding of the fruit with a simple mechanical method, without the addition of chemicals or change in temperature. At the end of the grinding, we get an extra virgin olive oil with a free acidity lower than 0.8%. Our mill produces a local extra virgin olive oil. Our olive oil is peppery and refreshing which is specific to the aglandau olives (90%). Nearly 400 olive growers bring their olives to supply you with: - Green fruity olive oil - Local olive oil All our products are available at our shop and online shop: olive oil, homemade products, Marseille soaps… We also make basil, mint and lemon oils. Olive oil sold at the Serres, Orpierre, Sisteron and Laragne tourist offices. We offer visits of our soap factory from April to September by prior arrangement.

The hôtel du Lac offers you a warm and pleasant welcome. We are located near the lake where hikes and picnics are waiting for you. You can walk around the lake in 2h. We have 16 entirely renovated bedrooms with bathroom, WC, TV, Wifi and satellite channels in all bedrooms. A free car park is available and pets are allowed. Garage for cars (5€), free for bikes and motorbikes.

Pub, bar, brasserie in the center of Digne les Bains. "L’Étoile is a beautiful brasserie with terraces that stretch out at the beginning of Boulevard Gassendi, facing the Étoile roundabout and its parking lots. For nearly fifteen years, it has been a popular spot for those who enjoy basking in the sun or sitting in the heated area for the more chilly ones. The menu offers a wide variety of options to suit all tastes: delicious composed salads, charcuterie boards, well thought out daily specials and generous portions of meat. When it comes to dessert, the café gourmand is easily devoured. One of the chef’s specialties is the homemade hamburger with artisanal bread. The presentation of the dishes is pleasing, and the service is quick, making it a great choice for those in a hurry. In the evenings, this brasserie-bistro transforms into a tapas bar, offering a tapas menu with a wide selection of wines, cocktails and beers. Hervé, the owner, is a fan of music and rugby, thus it is not uncommon to come across a live concert by a local band or a live broadcast of a sporting event. In summary, L’Étoile offers excellent value for money and is a pleasant stop in Digne-les-Bains on the Alpine road. To top it all, a large car park is located right in front and the Tourist Office is only a few metres away. Lunch service: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Dinner service: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm"

Taking the emblematic Blanc Martel trail without taking your car couldn't be easier, thanks to the shuttle bus and the Zou 450 regional line (ex BV1 )from Riez, Roumoules, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Castellane. Shuttle service resumes on 28/04/2023. How does it work? The Zou 450 regional line links Riez to Castellane via the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon. From La Palud-sur-Verdon, the Blanc-Martel shuttle bus takes you to the Chalet de la Maline, the trailhead. The trail ends at Point Sublime (Rougon). For your return journey, take the shuttle bus to the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon and/or the regional line 450 to Riez or Castellane. Timetables... To ensure optimum operation, the timetables of the Riez-Castellane regional line (450) and the Blanc-Martel shuttle are coordinated. Online booking is highly recommended if you want to be sure of getting a seat! Please note that the shuttle does not return to Chalet de la Maline in the afternoon.

Fly up and away with this hot air balloon flight in Haute Provence! Marvel at the stunning scenery during this sky-high experience. FLY UP AND AWAY WITH THIS HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT IN HAUTE PROVENCE! MARVEL AT THE STUNNING SCENERY DURING THIS SKY-HIGH EXPERIENCE. As soon as you arrive, you will see the balloon get inflated, then slowly fly up from Forcalquier for an adventure in the purest sky in France. Led by the wind, you will see landscapes and hidden treasures that can only be seen from a hot air balloon. Hilltop villages and lavender and clary sage fields will offer you a typical natural view of this region, caught between the Alps and the Mediterranean. Your landing is sure to be pleasant and sociable, as you will share the traditional hot air balloon pilots' toast! This authentic encounter with Haute Provence will be a moment where time stops.

The Salagon priory, a major medieval site in Haute-Provence, features a 12th-century Romanesque church with contemporary stained-glass windows designed by Aurélie Nemours, a Renaissance dwelling and ethnobotanical gardens.

Fabrice and Marie receive you in their campsite in the heart of Provence. Located 900 m away from the hilltop village of Thoard, the Moulin de Thoard campsite is a haven of peace surrounded by nature. Come enjoy the benefits of the Duyes valley. For one night or for longer stays, you will find peace and quiet in our magnificent human-size campsite located in the heart of Provence. In this fast-paced society, it is increasingly difficult to find real time for yourself. When taking over the Moulin de Thoard campsite, we wanted to put forward values that are precious to us, such as benevolence, solidarity and authenticity. It is through our exchanges that we wish to share moments of well-being with you. Here, you will find a calm and restful place in the middle of a natural setting. The valley of Thoard is set back from the main tourist routes, which allows it to keep its authenticity. We buy from local producers, breeders and shops, to offer you quality products in our campsite. This way, we favour short supply chain, limiting our environmental impact as much as possible. We are also very concerned about your well-being and the quality of our reception. Your arrival is for us a privileged moment to which we give all our attention. After a few administrative formalities and safety instructions, we will accompany you to your pitch or rental accommodation. We will show you all the facilities of the campsite so that you can fully enjoy it. Our campsite has: 3 huts, 1 chalet, 1 chalet on stilts, 1 perched caravan, 2 mobile homes, 1 tipi, 1 lodge tent, 1 Safari tent. The campsite is also open to motorhomes within the limits of the allocated space. A service area is provided by the village outside the campsite. You will find all the information you need to prepare your stay on our website. Do not hesitate to contact us for further information. Welcome !

Gîte for 4 people located in the heart of the charming village of Marcoux. The main assets of the gîte are the panoramic view and the swimming pool. The layout of the gîte is full of surprises, with many objects diverted from their original function.

25 km from Digne les Bains, in the heart of the UNESCO Haute-Provence Geopark, the Mandala campsite receives you in a preserved natural setting. Small campsite with 31 pitches, by the river, quiet and natural. Rental of 5 Mongolian Yurts, 4 Eco-Chalets and 21 quiet and shady pitches. Accessible to disabled people. Reception of groups and traineeships. Communal kitchen for the yurts, total of 2 barbecues for all. Yoga sessions in the Mandala Yurt and daily activities in July and August: guided hikes, night walks, donkey rides. Bikes rental for customers. Working donkeys for rent all year round. Swimming is possible. Car-free campsite, 2 car parks are available at the entrance and near the pitches. Trolleys are available at the reception point to transport your luggage. Ideal for nature lovers and outdoor activities enthusiasts such as hiking, Via Ferrata, MTB, climbing, canyoning or hang-gliding... or simply for people who want to relax in fresh air. The campsite is open with all necessary sanitary measures.

5 / Look at this little dovecote inserted in the setting of the village. The triangular pediment is pierced by a small, wooden flight grid. We see metal rods which indicate the presence of drawstrings that reinforce the hold of the masonry.

4 / At the end of the road on the right, the Coulettes’s dovecote, restored in 2013 by the Verdon Park, has retained its rural decor. The ground floor includes a bird table topped with a rack and an upstairs section for pigeons with pigeonholes. A wooden birdhouse was built to accommodate a barn owl.

9 / Metal plates are visible in each corner of the building. Smooth and slippery, they keep away predators, preventing them from holding on.

8 / This cabin, which is very run down, allows visitors to see the material used: The pebbles, typical of Valensole, were filled with a mortar of lime before being covered with a protective lime coating.

6 / This building, notable for the presence of a cypress, has a living room upstairs where the owner can warm up by the fireplace.

3 / Just like many country cottages, it suggests the remains of a gutter that was connected to a tank underground. Collecting rainwater was the only way for the owner to have a water supply.

10 / The cone-shaped loft can be seen in the distance. Traces of a stone cornice remain, delimiting the old roof with a double offset.

16 / The big cabin in the middle of the Saint-Maxime plain is used to store farm machinery.

11 / Turn left and in 200m you will discover the cabin of Carles. Note the aesthetics of the Génoise tiling, which has two rows of tiles with rounded corners marrying the gable wall.

15 / In front of the parking lot, there is hidden grid off behind a plane tree. It indicates a construction date "1847", the initials "LC", all decorated with trefoil hearts.

Gastronomic restaurant / Fish specialties Shaded terrace in summer. Seminars, weddings, anniversaries, possibility of takeaway meals. 50 places inside - 30 places on the terrace. Menu from 27€

5 minutes from Forcalquier. This authentic inn, housed in a late 18th-century farmhouse, offers traditional, quality cuisine in a green setting.

Restaurant in a traditional and quiet village offering Mediterranean cuisine with Corsican and Armenian influences. We cook mainly with fresh products and favor short food supply chains. We offer Corsican and Armenian specialties. We also cook traditional recipes.

Pub, bar, brasserie in the center of Digne les Bains. "L’Étoile is a beautiful brasserie with terraces that stretch out at the beginning of Boulevard Gassendi, facing the Étoile roundabout and its parking lots. For nearly fifteen years, it has been a popular spot for those who enjoy basking in the sun or sitting in the heated area for the more chilly ones. The menu offers a wide variety of options to suit all tastes: delicious composed salads, charcuterie boards, well thought out daily specials and generous portions of meat. When it comes to dessert, the café gourmand is easily devoured. One of the chef’s specialties is the homemade hamburger with artisanal bread. The presentation of the dishes is pleasing, and the service is quick, making it a great choice for those in a hurry. In the evenings, this brasserie-bistro transforms into a tapas bar, offering a tapas menu with a wide selection of wines, cocktails and beers. Hervé, the owner, is a fan of music and rugby, thus it is not uncommon to come across a live concert by a local band or a live broadcast of a sporting event. In summary, L’Étoile offers excellent value for money and is a pleasant stop in Digne-les-Bains on the Alpine road. To top it all, a large car park is located right in front and the Tourist Office is only a few metres away. Lunch service: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Dinner service: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm"

Inventive cuisine with local and seasonal products with an organic tendency. The restaurant offers, not only, but mostly traditional cuisine, with seasonal, local, and if possible organic products. All dishes are homemade.

Traditional restaurant located near the small village of Marcoux (route de Draix) Mountain specialties in winter Pierrade - raclette - Savoyard fondues - mountain burger

A modern restaurant with a stylish setting, a large terrace overlooking the park, facing the village and not overlooked. Home-cooked cuisine.

Located in Saint Antonin du Var, halfway between Carces and Lorgues, Natur’Evasion has been offering outdoor adventures for 35 years Natur'Evasion offers a range of cycling services: -bike hire for individuals and groups (up to 100 participants) of standard and electric bikes, as well as all accessories for the family, and offers beautiful routes for all levels to discover the region, -guided tours with qualified guides adapted to each person's level, from mountain biking to cycling holidays combining cycling, discovery, heritage and/or gastronomy, -a repair workshop (standard and electric bikes), -a shop selling new and second-hand bikes and a BIKE PARK for the whole family. Natur'Evasion offers a wide range of routes around Saint Antonin du Var along the Euro Vélo 8 cycle route, as well as throughout the Var department and a specific route linking the Verdon Natural Park to the Mediterranean. Natur'Evasion organises tailor-made touring holidays in the Var department and discovery trips to meet local producers (wine, honey, cheese, figs, etc.). Natur'Evasion has a fleet of all types of bicycles available. These are very recent models, selected for their technical qualities, durability and comfort, mainly from the TREK and BIANCHI brands. Trained and qualified staff carry out maintenance and repairs. Cyclists of all types will find a warm welcome and all the necessary amenities on site: facilities for washing clothes for those on the road, and even a place to pitch a tent for the night, recharge electric bike batteries or get minor repairs done. Chat with fellow cyclists, get advice on nearby routes, enjoy a coffee or a refreshing break... Don't hesitate to stop by, especially as it's in a beautiful location on the banks of the Argens river, surrounded by nature! A small snack bar is open to all in July and August. Natur'Evasion has been awarded the Accueil Vélo, Qualité Tourisme, Vignobles et Découvertes labels. Natur'Evasion is a member of the Vélo Loisir Provence and MCF networks and is listed on the SRAV website.

Traditional, bourgeois, family and friendly cuisine in this bar-restaurant located at the entrance of the village of Saint-Auban

A quiet family campsite in the heart of the Provençal countryside between Digne les Bains and the Verdon. In the heart of Provence, a region renowned for its sunshine, blue skies and Alpine air, La Célestine campsite offers a variety of accommodation options on a flat 3-hectare area, located only 16 km from Digne les Bains. Bordered by the river Asse and close to the Gorges du Verdon and its lakes (Sainte Croix, Castillon, Esparron) the campsite offers many activities on site and in surrounding areas. Enjoy a 750 m² lake directly on the campsite.

3 star apartment of 55 m2 on the ground floor of the owners' house. Quiet area, open view, close to nature and the city. Very well exposed and bright. Two rooms (18 and 21 m2), very well equipped, new bedding of 160 cm, large terrace, small garden.

Independent apartment on the ground floor of a villa, private garden, very quiet place, 300 m away from Ferréols lake.

Gite away from the city centre On the second floor of the Château des Sièyes, this self catering gîte d'étape welcomes individuals and groups (on reservation and deposit payment starting from 7 people), halfway between the city centre and the commercial area of Digne les Bains. The gîte is part of the heritage of the city of Digne les Bains. The ""Provence Alpes Agglomération"" community manages it under its responsibility for tourism.

The hôtel du Lac offers you a warm and pleasant welcome. We are located near the lake where hikes and picnics are waiting for you. You can walk around the lake in 2h. We have 16 entirely renovated bedrooms with bathroom, WC, TV, Wifi and satellite channels in all bedrooms. A free car park is available and pets are allowed. Garage for cars (5€), free for bikes and motorbikes.

Eastern exposure, very sunny 1 room apartment. Garden level with terrace, panoramic view of the city and the mountains. In a quiet place.

2 room apartment in a house in the city center in a quiet and pleasant setting. Comfortable apartment for a pleasant and friendly stay with the locals.

This 2 room apartment is ideally located in the city center, close to the bus station and buses. Parking in the garden. Recently renovated. Quiet and comfortable apartment.

Studio located in a residence with private park and parking, on the 4th floor with elevator, facing south, with balcony.