With its crown of mountains, Castellane already has its head in the Alps. Once protected by fourteen towers, it boasts a rich heritage. Discover the Porte de l’Annonciade, the clock tower and the
église Saint-Victor
continue past theSacré-Coeurchurch to the
Roc bridge
. Then take a seat on a terrace in one of the little squares, to enjoy the lively atmosphere of this city of character. Prefer a little peace and quiet? Choose the
pentagonal tower
and its terraced gardens. Beyond the village rooftops, the panorama opens out onto the entrance to the Verdon Gorge.
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Both within the perimeter of the
Parc Naturel Régional du Verdon
and the
Haute-Provence Geological Reserve
Castellane is home to a wealth of natural treasures. Valley of the Sirens, for example. Does it intrigue you? Head for the
Maison Nature et Patrimoines
to find out all about the marine mammals that lived in the region 40 million years ago and are said to be the origin of the mermaid myth.
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✅ Villages de caractère, grands espaces, saveurs locales
✅ Nature sauvage, lacs et rivières
✅ Les grands événements et les incontournables