Forcalquier

Forcalquier

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Sub-prefecture of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Forcalquier is a medieval town crossed by the Via Domitia.

You can visit the old town with its narrow streets. There are small places, some of which are adorned with fountains, beautiful houses from the 12th to the 15th century, which you can admire the entries.

Forcalquier is served by the A51 motorway, its entrance is about 10 km (Brillanne).

Notre-Dame du Bourguet: co-cathedral known since 1155. Original plan of a Latin cross with a nave barrel vault, Romanesque transept, apse Gothic, modified in the 17th century by the addition of aisles. The organ is from 1629, a remarkable instrument. Beautiful stained glass window above.

Cordeliers Convent: Franciscan monastery from the 13th century. Free access to the gardens and cloisters. The rooms are sometimes open for exhibitions. Perfumer Workshop: During creation of perfume in the beautiful amphitheater of the convent of the Cordeliers. A magical and unforgettable proposed by the European University of scents and flavors. Do not miss!

Cemetery historical monument for its yews form a green cloister.

Mourres the natural site: These are limestone buildings that have been shaped by erosion. They have about 25 million years. Mourre Provencal means head. They are huge limestone mushrooms and they are spectacular. The place is pretty wild. Access: Forcalquier, take Avenue Marcel André rising to the left of the town hall square, then turn right onto the D12 towards Fontienne. After about 2.5 km you arrive on the site. A large parking "bench cedar" is on the left there is room for several cars and a bus.

Every Monday morning large Provencal market.

Votive festival of St. Promasse in May.

In summer, the festival Rencontres Musicales de Haute Provence (the last week of July).

Every 2 years: Craft Biennale (in April).

From mid-June to mid-July: the road to lavender.

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Forcalquier		Classified cemetery (one of the most beautiful in Europe)
Notre-Dame de Fougeres 15th century		Notre-Dame de Fougeres
Citadel		Sunset on St. Pancras Chapel
Chapel Saint-Marc		Arthouse Cinema in the chapel of the Convent of the Visitation (1687)
Cathedral of Notre-Dame du Bourguet (1155)		Citadel at night
The Mourres		The rocks of unusual Mourres
Bories Free access around Forcalquier		Borie wilderness (1 / 2 hour walk)
Forcalquier saw the chapel		Panorama from the chapel
Borie		Rocks Mourres
Rocks Mourres		Rocks Mourres
Rocks Mourres		Rocks Mourres

Saturday 18 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C

Sunday 19 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 11°C

Monday 20 May Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 10°C

La Marina   5.5   SPECIAL OFFER Forcalquier HOSTEL SHOCK - Fans of delight sailors and other pleasures iodine had better watch out! At the heart of Forcalquier, the restaurant La Marina feast gourmet fish and seafood to die for... Located in Forcalquier 45 € per person

Le 9 Restaurant   8.6 Forcalquier Le 9 Restaurant enjoys an exceptional setting, away from the center of Forcalquier, with splendid views of the mountain of Lure or the citadel. You will enjoy in tranquility market... Located in Forcalquier 28 € per person

La Campagne St-Lazare Forcalquier Campaign Saint-Lazare is nestled in the heart of the Haute-Provence, in an old farmhouse from the 17th century surrounded by two rivers. You will fall in love with this character. The... Located in Forcalquier 46 € per person

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Donakia     9.3 Mane Located on the heights of Mane in Provence overlooking the Citadel fortress only state of the twelfth century Provence, the room is in a wooded area. You will find calm, cool and relaxing... Located 2.2 km from Forcalquier 65 € the double room

Le jardin des glycines     9.7 Mane In a village of Haute Provence, this magnificent house of Maitre nineteenth century, with its gypseries and its painted ceilings, offers 3 chambres d'hotes furnished period, with toilets... Located 2.8 km from Forcalquier 58 € the double room

Ancienne ferme de giono     9.7 Forcalquier In the countryside at the top of a hill near (500 m) of the bike path that connects apt forcalquier, two charming cottages. This farm previously owned by our famous French writer Jean... Located in Forcalquier From 65 € to 70 € the double room

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Maison avec jardin et piscine   9.6 Forcalquier A fully furnished village compound in Forcalquier, with garden, pool and a small guest house in the garden, situated in authentic Provence, between Luberon and Haute Provence. The compound... Located in Forcalquier From 600 € to 1400 € per week

Campagne BEL   9.6 Forcalquier Flat 4 persons located 3 km Forcalquier, 25 km from Manosque, 5 km of Brillanne (exit A51), 30 km from Lake Esparron Verdon. On 20000 m² property, 3 rooms upstairs, balcony, 2 bedrooms... Located in Forcalquier From 320 € to 430 € per week

Gîte Les Grands Troupeaux   10 Forcalquier Old farm of Jean Giono (great herds the hussar on the roof...) perched atop a hill, surrounded by nature, with breathtaking views. The cottage is a former horse stables restored respecting... Located in Forcalquier From 400 € to 650 € per week

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Camping Indigo Forcalquier   Forcalquier At the gateway of the Luberon Regional Park, in Provence... Forcalquier Indigo Campsite*** is located in Haute Provence in the south of France, close to the Luberon Regional Park and... Located in Forcalquier

Camping Epi Bleu ***   Banon Stéphane and Florence Debaene welcome you to Camping Epi Blue from April 1st to September 30th. In the area of 2ha surrounded by the forest, they offer their rental and camping-caravanning... Located 14.5 km from Forcalquier

Camping Le Colorado     9.5 Rustrel At the heart of ocher quarries Colorado Provencal in the Luberon, we welcome you in a friendly camping and family trees. Located 24 km from Forcalquier From 13.20 € to 17 € per day

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La Bastide Saint Georges      8.5 Forcalquier Nestled in a one-hectare park with secular olive trees and well-kept lawns, overlooking the plains of the Lubéron, the luxury hotel welcomes you in a friendly and sunny setting. La... Located in Forcalquier Room from 120 €

Charembeau      9.8 Forcalquier Located a 10-minute drive from Forcalquier, Charembeau offers an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and volleyball playing facilities. Manosque is a 25-minute drive away. Individually... Located in Forcalquier Room from 65 €

Le Couvent Des Minimes Hotel & Spa      8.6 Mane Once a convent, built 1613, it is now a fusion of medieval architecture and contemporary design. Located in Mane this hotel has a period facade and a terraced garden with botanical... Located 2.4 km from Forcalquier Room from 156 €

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