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Allemagne-en-Provence

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

Allemagne-en-Provence - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
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Located in the Regional Natural Park of Verdon, between Gréoux-les-Bains and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, on the road that leads to the Gorges du Verdon, Provence Allemagne-en-Provence is a small rural which enjoys favorable geographical location and attractive natural surroundings where life is good for family holidays.

Geographical information

MunicipalityAllemagne-en-Provence
Postcode04500
Latitude43.7821580 (N 43° 46’ 56”)
Longitude6.0076700 (E 6° 0’ 28”)
AltitudeFrom 389m to 622m
Surface area32.99 km²
Population558 inhabitants
Density16 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureDigne-les-Bains (48 km, 49 min)
Insee code04004
IntercommunalityCA Durance-Lubéron-Verdon Agglomération
DepartmentAlpes-de-Haute-Provence
TerritoriesAlps, Provence
RegionProvence-Alps-French Riviera

Nearest cities & towns

Saint-Martin-de-Brômes5.5 km (6 min)
Montagnac-Montpezat7.7 km (12 min)
Riez8.6 km (9 min)
Gréoux-les-Bains11.4 km (12 min)
Roumoules11.9 km (13 min)
Esparron-de-Verdon12.8 km (20 min)
Valensole13.6 km (23 min)
Puimoisson15.1 km (16 min)
Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon16.5 km (20 min)
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon17.8 km (20 min)
Baudinard-sur-Verdon18.7 km (28 min)
Quinson19.3 km (23 min)
Vinon-sur-Verdon19.4 km (22 min)
Artignosc-sur-Verdon21 km (29 min)

Things to see and do

Castle: Originally built by the family of Castellane (1218-1718), the castle of Allemagne-en-Provence was home to the family of Varages (1718-1839), then by Ripert Montclar Family (1839-1936). The keep of the castle, crowned with battlements dates from the twelfth century. He was then made up of 5 defense towers connected by a curtain wall and surrounded by a moat. From 1495, François de Castellane include with the elegant Renaissance wing and transforms the defense dungeon castle residence. Visitors can admire the architectural details of the castle (French ceilings, mullioned windows, etc...) and discover the footprints of the great centuries that have marked the history of the castle.

Village guided tour by appointment by calling +33 6 81 65 54 56. The Tuesday afternoon starting at 17h from the tourist office. Paying visit.

Guided tour of lavender.

Many walks around the village are also available.

Places of interest

Information points
Monuments

Events and festivities

Throughout the year, Allemagne-en-Provence organizes various events flea markets and garage sales, mountain bike trails, bingo, etc. At craft fairs, you will come to discover local products touted by the artisans themselves. Allemagne-en-Provence also hosts various cultural events: concerts, dedications of authors, theaters.

For athletes, a mountain bike ride is organized on the plateaus and hills surrounding the village.

The town also celebrates its patron saint: Saint-Marc. This results in a procession, dances, contests balls and games for children. To celebrate 14 July, the villagers harvest remake old.

In September, the village streets are particularly lively: the villagers offer a return in the past by honoring the Métiers d'Antan. Dynamism from various village associations.

Photos

The castle
The castle
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The castle
The castle
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Bell tower of St. Mark's Church
Bell tower of St. Mark's Church
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the laundry
the laundry
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Castle Allemagne-en-Provence
Castle Allemagne-en-Provence
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Castle Allemagne-en-Provence
Castle Allemagne-en-Provence
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Fountain
Fountain
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The village
The village
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The village
The village
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Lavender on the shelf around the village
Lavender on the shelf around the village
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The Church of St. Mark
The Church of St. Mark
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The Festival of Traditional Crafts and Life of Yesteryear
The Festival of Traditional Crafts and Life of Yesteryear
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The village
The village
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The village
The village
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The Harvest, July 14
The Harvest, July 14
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The Harvest, July 14
The Harvest, July 14
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The Harvest, July 14
The Harvest, July 14
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The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
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The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
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The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
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The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
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The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
The feast of Old Trades, the 3rd Sunday in September
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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The House of country products
The House of country products
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Lavender on the shelf around the village
Lavender on the shelf around the village
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friendly lavender
friendly lavender
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The village
The village
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The village
The village
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The village
The village
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The village
The village
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The Church of St. Mark
The Church of St. Mark
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The Church of St. Mark
The Church of St. Mark
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The Church of St. Mark
The Church of St. Mark
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The Church of St. Mark
The Church of St. Mark
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The Harvest, July 14
The Harvest, July 14
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The Festival of Traditional Crafts and Life of Yesteryear
The Festival of Traditional Crafts and Life of Yesteryear
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The Festival of Traditional Crafts and Life of Yesteryear
The Festival of Traditional Crafts and Life of Yesteryear
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St. Mark feast
St. Mark feast
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St. Mark feast
St. Mark feast
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Coat of arms
Coat of arms
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the town
the town
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the town
the town
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the town
the town
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The town hall
The town hall
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the town
the town
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Weather

Friday 29 march
Min. 11°C - Max. 17°C
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Saturday 30 march
Min. 9°C - Max. 15°C
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Sunday 31 march
Min. 9°C - Max. 12°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Many activities are offered in and around Allemagne-en-Provence. Sporting, cultural or relaxation, there is something for everyone.

Walking or biking: enjoy the scenic beauty of the stunning Verdon region!

Walkers or cyclists friends, go to the office of the Syndicat d'Initiatives Allemagne-en-Provence: you will find all the information you need! There are many forms and guides describing the hikes on the Valensole plateau, around Lake St. Croix and the Verdon.

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Hot air balloon flight over Verdon Park
Nature and the great outdoors185 € to 250 € Puimoisson (13.8 km)
Visit an art gallery in a medieval yurt
Arts and CraftsFreePierrevert (21 km)
Guided tour of an olive oil mill
Local flavoursFreeLes Mées (26 km)
Shop - Distilleries and Domaines de Provence Museum
Local flavoursFreeForcalquier (27 km)
Hired electric bikes delivered to your door
Sports sensations15 € to 150 € Sigonce (27 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Verdon Gorge
HikeIntermediate4:00Quinson (9.4 km)
Around Gréoux-les-Bains Electric Bike
Cycling itineraryEasy2:30Gréoux-les-Bains (10.2 km)
Olive tree path
HikeEasy1:30Estoublon (22 km)
The huts of Mane
HikeEasy2:15Mane (26 km)
Around Lincel with the family
HikeEasy3:20Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire (27 km)

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

Your holidays
A hotel
A vacation rental
A bed & breakfast
A campsite
A leisure activity
A restaurant
A rental car
A plane ticket
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