Alpes-de-Haute-Provence places to visit and attractions
Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department of Provence. See also our Alpes-de-Haute-Provence travel guide
Annot
The small village of Annot is most unusual, being built around great boulders in the heart of the village See guide
Barcelonnette
Barcelonnette has an attractive town centre, and also a good number of substantial 'Mexican villas' adding character to the town See guide
Castellane
The small town of Castellane has a pleasant historic centre and is dominated by the cliff and chapel of the Roc See guide
Colmars-les-Alpes
In the mountain village of Colmars highlights include the Fort de Savoie and fortified medieval gateways See guide
Digne-les-Bains
As well as being a spa town, the medieval centre of Digne-les-Bains also merits exploration See guide
Entrevaux
The narrow medieval streets and the citadel on the hill above the village are among the highlights in Entrevaux See guide
Forcalquier
Forcalquier is a pleasant Luberon town with several interesting historic monuments See guide
Gorges d'Oppedette
The Gorges d'Oppedette are picturesque gorges in provence, accessible by several hiking trails See guide
Gorges du Verdon
These gorges in northern Provence are one of the most impressive scenic highlights in France See guide
Greoux-les-Bains
The small spa town of Gréoux-les-Bains is well situated to explore the Lac d'Esparron and the lavender fields of the region See guide
Lac de Sainte-Croix
The Lac de Sainte-Croix is a popular leisure lake with beaches near the Gorges du Verdon in Provence See guide
Lurs
The village of Lurs is small but has a great deal of character See guide
Mane
The citadel above the village is the principal monument in the small Provencal village of Mane See guide
Manosque
Ensure that your trip to the bustling town of Manosque includes a stroll up Mont d'Or for views back across the town See guide
Moustiers
The setting of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie below steep cliffs and the lively historic centre make Moustiers-Sainte-Marie one of our favourite villages in France See guide
Oppedette
After a stroll around the historic village of Oppedette you can visit the Gorges d'Oppedette, a lovely local landmark See guide
Riez
Your trip to the village of Riez should include the baptistery, 5th century and one of the oldest in France, and the Roman ruins See guide
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon, France is a charming small resort on the west coast of the Lac de Sainte-Croix in Provence See guide
Seyne-les-Alpes
In the mountain village of Seyne you can see various parts of the medieval defences that once stood here, and a pretty village See guide
Simiane-la-Rotonde
The medieval castle with its domed rotunda is just one of the sites of interest in the lovely village of Simiane-la-Rotonde See guide
Sisteron
The citadel is the main attraction in Sisteron, along with the dramatic rocky slope on which it is built See guide
Valensole
Valensole is surrounded by lavender fields, and the lavender industry is also seen in the products sold in the shops in the village See guide
Vallee de l'Ubaye
Starting near the Lac de Poncon, the Vallée de l'Ubaye is one of the scenic highlights in the Alps See guideFor more information see the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence guide
Market towns & days in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
all markets in morning unless otherwise stated
Allos: Wednesday
Annot: Tuesday
Banon: Tuesday
Barcelonnette: Monday all day (high season only)
Barcelonnette: Wednesday & Saturday
Castellane: Saturday
Chateau-Arnoux-Saint-Auban: Sunday
Colmars: Friday & Tuesday (high season only)
Digne-les-Bains: Wednesday
Forcalquier: Monday
Greoux-les-Bains: Thursday
Les Mees: Friday
Manosque: Saturday
Montclar: Sunday (high season only)
Moustiers: Friday
Oraison: Tuesday
Riez: Wednesday & Saturday
Saint-Andre-les-Alpes: Wednesday & Saturday
Seyne: Tuesday & Friday
Sisteron: Wednesday & Saturday
Valensole: Saturday
Tourist attractions to visit in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
The following sites have received official "tourist classifications"...
Sites of Natural Beauty
Col d'Allos
Col de la Bonette
Col de la Cayolle
Lac d'Allos
Lac de Castillon
Listed 'Remarkable Gardens'
Clos de Villeneuve
Jardins du château de Sauvan
Jardins du prieuré de Salagon
Religious Monuments
Prieuré Notre Dame (Ganagobie)
Regional Natural Parcs
Verdon: See tourist guide
Towns classified as Recommended Detours
Sisteron: See tourist guide
Villages classified as "most beautiful villages"
Moustiers: See tourist guide
Grand Sites of France
Gorges du Verdon: See tourist guide