villevielle

Val de Chalvagne

Castellet-Saint-Cassien, Montblanc, Villevieille and the hamlet of Le Champ now form the commune of Val-de-Chalvagne, named after the river that runs through it. A wild and secret valley to discover!

Castellet-Saint-Cassien
L'eglise de Castellet-Saint-Cassien

Castellet-Saint-Cassien

It makes a striking impression with its 17th-century castle, which once belonged to the lords of Glandèves.

All the decorative elements are made of stucco, notably the central staircase and a monumental fireplace.

A lovely avenue of linden trees, a vast meadow, and a bocce court make this the perfect place to enjoy a pleasant time.

The town hall is located next to the church.

Chapelle antique Romaine

A peaceful moment in Villevielle

Small hamlet with pretty stone houses, surrounded by vast fields. In summer, many families come to spend their vacations here, and the square comes alive with the laughter of children and late-night pétanque games.

Time seems to stand still as you climb a short distance toward the Saint-Nicolas Chapel, where you’re guaranteed a panoramic view of the surrounding peaks and the Entrevaux Citadel , which comes into view at the bottom of the valley. The hike starts from the village square; allow 40 minutes for the round trip.

In ancient times, the Romans populated the Villevieille area and in the 12th century, a monastery existed, of which unfortunately no trace remains today.

Did you know?

Gypseries are interior decorations made of plaster or stucco.

Patrimoine religieux chapelle Montblanc
Hameau du Champ

Religious heritage

There are many beautiful religious buildings throughout the town; three churches and two chapels are well-preserved and have been fully restored.

The church in Castellet-Saint-Cassien, dedicated to Saint Delphine, features magnificent stained-glass windows and also houses the reliquary bust of Saint Lawrence.

The Church of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary houses a 17th-century statue of Saint Eloi, the bishop.

3 good reasons to discover the valley

Meet genuine people: the residents of this valley will be happy to share their stories with you.


Discover an architectural and religious heritage.


See landscapes that soothe you.

Further information

Town Hall

Contact Val-de-Chalvagne Town Hall


Picnic

Picnic tables are available in Castellet-Saint-Cassien and Villevielle.

Hiking

In Val de Chalvagne

The GR4 trail crosses the commune during the stage from Amirat to Entrevaux.

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