Entrevaux – village du Verdon – Plus beaux villages de France

"Les Plus Beaux Villages de France" dans le Verdon

Le territoire Verdon compte deux villages classés “Plus Beaux Villages de France” : Entrevaux, cité fortifiée par Vauban, labellisée en 2023, et Colmars-les-Alpes, cité alpine aux remparts médiévaux, labellisée en 2025.
Deux ambiances très différentes, vallée du Var et Haut-Verdon, pour deux étapes incontournables d’un séjour dans les Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.
Fort de Savoie in Colmars-les-Alpes seen from inside the ramparts

Two villages listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France"

Verdon Tourisme is an area of excellence, with two villages awarded the “Most Beautiful Villages of France” (Les Plus Beaux Villages de France) label.

We are proud to represent:

  • Entrevaux: this hilltop citadel, already listed, boasts an exceptional military heritage with its Vauban fortifications
  • Colmars-les-Alpes: with its medieval ramparts and unspoilt Alpine setting

This double listing makes the Verdon a must-visit destination for lovers of authentic heritage and villages full of character.
Visitors can therefore discover two outstanding gems in the same area, each offering a unique experience combining history, architecture and unspoilt nature.

Fort de Savoie in Colmars-les-Alpes, Vauban fortification in the Haut-Verdon

Colmars-les-Alpes - At the gateway to the Parc National du Mercantour

The village’s architectural treasures include:

  • The Fort de Savoie and the Fort de France: two 17th-century fortresses overlooking the village
  • The ramparts: an exceptional defensive system that still encircles the historic heart today
  • The fortified gates: true gems of military architecture
  • Its religious heritage, with its church and Baroque chapels

Lying on the edge of the Parc National du Mercantour, Colmars-les-Alpes is an ideal gateway for exploring this exceptional area.

Colmars-les-Alpes

Entrevaux - An exceptional medieval town

Set on the edge of the Verdon, this cultural heritage gem promises you an unforgettable experience. Fortified by Vauban and boasting remarkable medieval architecture, Entrevaux is not only a historic jewel but also a top destination for lovers of Provençal culture.

With its narrow lanes, its royal gate, its citadel and much more, Entrevaux offers breathtaking views, beautifully embodying the cultural and historical richness of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.

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