10 km from Veynes (chief town of the district) at the foot of Lake Peyssier in an area arboreal many and varied attractions, Le Saix village character awards at competitions for the flowering of France, is visited for its houses flowering stone, its part of the valley floor, and is known for its atmosphere and entertainment.
Location: With its grand geological formation, the site opens from the throats of Gouravour on the cliffs of Fai, rising by the torrent of waterfalls and basins Maraize to reach the plateau and Lake Peyssier.
Climate, strong Mediterranean influence in the Alps medium altitude (800 - 1800 m) very rugged, promotes the development of flora and fauna of great diversity through the existing number of different habitats.
Configuration steep and the access to the site has helped its preservation.
The General Council of Hautes-Alpes area classified "Sensitive Natural Area" in 1987.
The inventory ZNIEFF reveals the presence of plant species quality.
A study has revealed the existence of "the blessed fruit" which is the only French resort on this website, and rich fauna.
Its designation as SACs Natura 2000 network must be examined shortly.
The common Saix is included in the scope of the Regional Park Baronnies.
The town is inhabited for 4000 years before Christ, and many prehistoric sites exist on its territory. There was a villa built near the current cemetery, the Gallo-Roman period.
In the Middle Ages, a castle was built on the Citadel is an important stronghold of the Barony of Val d'Oze. In 1424 the lord of Saix John Gruel was killed at the Battle of Verneuil against the English.
At the time of the Wars of Religion, the lord of Saix is military governor of the place of Gap, and leader of the Catholic in 1573 that earned him being beaten by Montbrun Lesdiguieres, destroying his castle Saix, then the Abbey Clausonne above the mountain.
The village is built at that time under the ruins of the old castle. It will still be looted during the war of Savoy in 1692.
Le Saix hosted the "maquis", resistant during the last World War, especially in the former village of Clausonne. François Mitterrand there come several times to meet them. A "raid" in January 1944 deportation will send a son of the village, who will not turn ...
SIGHTSEEING
The Upper Valley Maraize
The Upper Valley Maraize, site of 2000 hectares has been classified "Sensitive Natural Area" by the Conseil Général des Hautes-Alpes in 1987 because of the magnificence of its landscape and its geological qualities and flora in particular. Access by Road Departmental 249T, difficult, lets keep this area a nature preserve. Moreover, this space offers a variety of attractions to tourists at the attractive hiking through the torrent of Maraize.
Gorges Gouravour at the entrance of the sensitive natural areas, shortly after leaving the village of Saix. They are impressive in their narrowness and their height, they offer a fairly unique geological landscape, and pairs of eagles and chamois, clearly visible from the road departmental accompany visitors during their climb.
At the top of the gorge, the center of international ISP is at the center of a circus closed to the amazing nature. This structure participates actively in the economic and social Valley Buëch its work camps, cultural activities, themed evenings, the international meeting, its insertion actions ... Will there be developed an area of "eco-discovery" that would demonstrate what could be self-sufficient life of a small mountain farm in past centuries, and interpretive trails teaching of geology and flora place. The center combines culture and nature in a holistic approach. He also created a unique experimental music site in the world: huge "tubes" (directional loudspeakers) were built by young people from around the world, and distribute music (created live, or CD playback) dishes on the cliffs that affect a cathedral effect of the melodies, making a very moving "singing mountain" ...
After the field of Fai, leads the hiker in the circus Clausonne, now abandoned old town, and houses the remains of the Abbey of the 12th century. Today these ruins are being restored (the Department participates financially), and present in this isolated valley a note of emotion in a site of great beauty.
Ending his ascension, the 249T CD opens with a tunnel of beech on Lake Peyssiers, important and wild time. All around, pastures which are reminiscent of manicured lawns overlooking the Durance valley and offer a splendid view to Sisteron.
Finally, the trails that ascend the summit of Mount To-day (1850 m) across sites of a beauty sometimes comparable to that of the great American park, with groves of trees surrounded by boulders and rock bars. The view from the top allows to understand the geography of Mont Ventoux and white to Provence, in a plant to both Alpine and Mediterranean, perfectly enchanting.
Le Saix attracted by its location and its magnificent environment? But he is best known for its atmosphere, the joy of living of its people and the warm welcome they know aside. "Le Saix is not a village, is a tribe," one hears in the neighborhood. It has, for its fantastic atmosphere, deliver exceptional festivities, which gave him a reputation throughout the south of the department. The pyro-melodic shows designed and constructed on site attracted over 5 000 spectators, who sometimes came from afar to the occasion. Jacques Higelin, the heads or other Raides Arthur H came to entertain the crowd during the festival "Pay'z in Music" which is held every year at Pentecost. Animate international sites by meeting the cultural village and the gigantic trunks they have made impressive gorges in the ISP, are "singing mountain".
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Ecomuseum Cheminot Veynois to Veynes.
Castle Montmaur.
Science and the Light Bridge Airfield in Aspres-on-Buëch.
Photos of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur to view and download
WEATHER
Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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Wednesday 22 May
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RESTAURANTS
Hôtel-restaurant du Parc
10
Aspremont
The Hôtel-restaurant du Parc welcomes you in the village of Aspres-sur-Buëch, just a few kilometers from Aspremont in the Hautes-Alpes. Sit back and enjoy dining in its spacious, its...
Located 7.7 km from Le Saix
38 € per person
Les Rendez-vous de Rostain
9
Neffes
OPEN EYES - On the heights of Gap, Neffes, a charming village alpine Les Rendez-vous de Rostain is not a restaurant like the others! Held by craftsmen Pork Butcher essential in the...
In a garden on the edge of small river Buëch 2 rooms on the floor of the owner's house, with bathroom and WC. Living room with fireplace and library available to guests.
Located 6.5 km from Le Saix
57 € the double room
Le Chanelou
9.1
La Piarre
We are pleased to welcome you in our beautiful guest house overlooking the small village of La Piarre, south of the Hautes-Alpes and the border of the Drôme Provençale. 5 charming guest...
Located 9.7 km from Le Saix
58 € the double room
Le Soustet des Auches
Serres
At the heart of the historic village of Serres, Bornia welcomes you in a medieval manor house. It opens three B & B rooms classified 3 ears and Charming Ecogîte. You will be seduced...
The eco-lodge the Mercierat is at 1200 m, surrounded by nature, near to the cliff Céüze and many outdoor activities (hiking, horse riding, snowshoeing, climbing, gliding, parachuting,...
Located 11.1 km from Le Saix
From 320 € to 390 € per week
Eco-gîte de Montbrand
10
Montbrand
Eco-cottage in the valley of the Upper Buëch. Place of resource and calm for the old barn of 70m² terraced house owners. Fully restored with ecological materials, environmentally sound...
Located 16.2 km from Le Saix
From 390 € to 450 € per week
Gite découverte, escalade, sport, randonnée
9.7
Orpierre
Cottage at the foot of quiquillon: Buëch valley (tourism label) Large studio 35 m² equipped for 3/4 persons with a double bed, a single bed, a cot is available. M.onde kitchen with...
In the Hautes Alpes in Grenoble 1 hour and 30 minutes from Gap, situated between mountain, river and forest Upper Buëch, a site that will not fail to seduce you with its beauty, sunshine...
Located 7.4 km from Le Saix
From 12 € to 15.50 € per day
Camping la source
9.4
Saint-Pierre-d'Argençon
Aire Naturelle campsite located in the heart of the High Buech. 2 hectares of woodland and meadow, shady, calm and with 300 days of sunshine a year. La Source is one of only 100 campsites...
Located 12.7 km from Le Saix
10 € per day
Camping des princes d'orange
9
Orpierre
Located on the hillside, the site of the Princes of Orange overlooks the village of Orpierre country of golden sun and sky lavender. Its 124 sites and defined shadows are spread over...
Hôtel du Parc is located 60 km from Lake Serre-Poncon. It offers en suite rooms, a restaurant and free parking. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Hôtel du Parc’s rooms are...
Located 7.7 km from Le Saix
Room from 55 €
Hôtel des Alpes
7.9
Serres
Hôtel des Alpes is 40 minutes from the Super-Dévoluy Ski Station. It offers rooms overlooking the courtyard and mountains and private parking with free garages. This hotel offers elegantly...
Located 9.9 km from Le Saix
Room from 53 €
Fifi Moulin
9
Serres
Fifi Moulin is a traditional hotel set in the medieval town of Serres, just 300 metres from the train station. Free Wi-Fi access and a flat-screen TV are provided in the guest rooms....
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