Valensole

Valensole

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Valensole		Gréoux-les-Bains at 13.3 km (14 min)
Insee code	04230		Riez at 13.6 km (15 min)
Postcode	04210		Roumoules at 17.1 km (20 min)
Latitude	43.8370640		Saint-Julien-d'Asse at 18.5 km (21 min)
Longitude	5.9832420		Puimoisson at 18.7 km (19 min)
Altitude	From 290 to 651 meters		Saint-Martin-de-Brômes at 18.9 km (21 min)
Surface	127.77 km²		La Brillanne at 19.3 km (23 min)
Population	2700 inhabitants		Manosque at 20 km (22 min)
Density	20 inhabitants/km²		Allemagne-en-Provence at 22 km (24 min)
National label			Saint-Jeannet at 23 km (24 min)
Chief town	Digne-les-Bains (at 44 km, 44 min)		Estoublon at 24 km (24 min)
Department	Alpes-de-Haute-Provence		Montagnac-Montpezat at 24 km (25 min)
Region	Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur		Search another town

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A 580 m elevation on the plateau of the same name, with an area of 12 700 ha, is one of the largest municipalities in France. At the heart of the Parc Naturel du Verdon, on the road to the lakes of St. Croix and Esparron and gorges of Verdon, stands in the middle of farmland devoted to wheat and lavender's beautiful silhouette of a genuine Provencal village.

Site remarkable taste for honey lavender.

Walking through the streets to admire the old doors and door knockers.

Discover fountains and wash houses of the 16th century.

Admire the middle of the village shop-fronts with weathered paint.

In July, the last visit traditional lavender distillery still in operation.

Explore the 13th century church and garden of the Deanery birthplace Saint Mayeul, the native son, the 4th Abbot of Cluny.

In and around the village, you can visit the various producers, artisans and shops where you will find everything that makes the richness of the soil: the lavender and its extract, wheat, honey, olive oil and famous.

Hiking, horseback or mountain bike from the village can appreciate the immensity and the atmosphere of the plateau. You can admire the lavender fields and wheat in the spring and especially the diversity of colors of the flora in bloom.

Saturday morning on the walk, the farmers' market.

First Sunday of July: Day Durum and Pasta.

Third Sunday of July: Lavender Festival.

Farm and craft fair.

Activities: Biking - Hiking - horseback rides - Canoeing - Kayaking - Rafting - Sailing - Rowing - Swimming (Lake St. Croix and Esparron). Clean air and light is conducive to the practice of the glider and ultralight.

Market day

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 13°C - Max. 27°C

Tuesday 5 June Day Night Min. 11°C - Max. 23°C

Wednesday 6 June Day Night Min. 11°C - Max. 27°C

Les Oliviers Gréoux-les-Bains A few meters from the center of Gréoux-les-bains. Karen and Eric Vanier will welcome you warmly in their establishment, restaurant Les Oliviers. A nod to the gentle south, the restaurant... Located 12 km from Valensole From 15 € to 35 € per person

Le café de la poste Manosque https://www.facebook.com/cafedelaposte?sk=info. http://www.cafedelaposte.com/ Located 15.9 km from Valensole From 10 € to 30 € per person

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Château du Grand Jardin     9.2 Valensole Be seduced by a stay in this romantic chateau of Napoleon III built on the foundations of a country house of the seventeenth century by the family de Fresse de Monval. Situated right... Located in Valensole From 100 € to 140 € the double room

Campagne Les Chaberts     9 Saint-Martin-de-Brômes Joëlle and André the meter welcome you to the campaign The Chaberts located in St-Martin-de-Brômes (04). A simple and warm hospitality...   During a visit to The Chaberts campaign,... Located 6.6 km from Valensole 57 € the double room

La campagne de petre   Entrevennes 'Between the Durance and Verdon, in an idyllic, Campaign Pêtre offers different menus: one menu for lunch on weekdays and three other menus in the evenings and on weekends. In season,... Located 7.9 km from Valensole From 60 € to 100 € the double room

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Bastide la fondue Allemagne-en-Provence Our lease is located in the park of Verdon in a tastefully restored farmhouse where we have two cottages for 4 people each. Located 6.5 km from Valensole 260 € per week

Bergerie Riez Sheepfold entirely renovated 2 years ago in the middle of fields you. 2 large bedrooms upstairs has a large. Lounge dining room with fitted kitchen bathroom terrace with garden furniture... Located 8.9 km from Valensole 550 € per week

L' oustaou Riez Rental house in late 18th century to the gates of the Verdon Gorges. Laugh villages participating in the Regional Natural Park Verdon. Centre historic Gallo-Roman. Located 9 km from Valensole From 480 € to 550 € per week

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Camping les Olivettes   Les Mées At the middle of Haute Provence in the is based of the Luberon and close to the Verdon, spend your holiday in a peace and natural shade of olive trees and oaks. Located 13.6 km from Valensole From 16 € to 32 € per day

Avelanède     8 Artignosc-sur-Verdon Spend your holiday in the Midi sun, in the natural park of the Verdon. Avelanède campsite offers a unique place to relax in a family atmosphere. Ideal for children, young parents and... Located 17.2 km from Valensole From 20 € to 25 € per day

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La Fuste     7.9 Valensole Surrounded by lavender fields, this former 17th-century mansion is 4 km from Manosque. It offers a restaurant with terrace, a swimming pool and a park. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are... Located in Valensole Room from 120 €

Château du Grand Jardin     7.5 Valensole Set in a 17th-century château with manicured gardens, this B&B is located in the Verdon Regional Park. Meals are served in the former wine cellar and guest rooms feature period furniture.... Located in Valensole Room from 100 €

La Maison des Collines  Allemagne-en-Provence Set in the heart of Provence, this B&B is located in Allemagne en Provence. Guests can relax on the furnished terrace or in the garden, under the olive trees and swim in the outdoor... Located 6.5 km from Valensole Room from 117 €

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