Nestled at the confluence of the valleys of Gialorgues and Sestriere, this authentic village charm lies 1500 m above sea level and is to be the higher of the Alpes-Maritimes.
Strolling through the cobbled streets you will be surprised by the architecture and sundials once the heartbeat of the daily lives of residents.
This village still has an agricultural activity and hosts its rich pastures and herders with their sheep in summer.
There is also an exceptional religious heritage with its church and bell tower of the eighteenth. The church is listed in the inventory of historical monuments.
A third of the territory of the municipality is included in the Mercantour National Park. "Selvage" comes from the Latin "sylvatica" which means forest.
The richness of its forests in the landscape but also an abundant and varied wildlife make it a welcome site for lovers of the altitude and the Mountain. A world to share and to share in any season: vibrant colors and stillness of autumn, winter in white and blue animated spring and awakening of nature or sunny summer full of freshness.
As part of a discovery or a pleasure, the practice of snowshoeing, cross country skiing, ski hiking or rock climbing frozen waterfalls will delight everyone.
Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage is a site of Nordic skiing and hiking with more than 50 km of marked trails ranging from 1280 m to 2881 m.
There are two areas of Nordic walking, and Anelle Gianto, from the parking of the village with 35 km of routes.
To practice skiing you have 17 km of trails.
It is also possible to go climbing frozen waterfalls, since there are two cascades of 100 and 150 m, with free access. They are reserved for insiders equipped with appropriate equipment.
