Here in the southern moutainside of the Provençal Alps there are many advantages. During daytime, you receive the same amount of sunshine as in the rest of the provence, while it cools off during nighttime. Furthermore you can combine both spectacular mountain scenery and gentle Provencal countryside. 

Volonne is a small village with terraces, cafés and fountains, typical of manyin this lovely

part of Provence and known as the little Nice of the Alps because of the amount of sunshine

it receives, thanks to its southernly aspect.

	Stretches of water

Large stretches of water at Saint Auban (3km) and Sisteron (12 km) with fee entrance where you can picnic and swim

	Unspoilt nature

Much of the area is protected, wild and unspoilt. There are lakes with clear turquoise waters full of trout, canyons and gorges, contrasting with the peaceful beauty and lavender fields of the Luberon.

Close to the breathtaking Gorges du Verdon (30 min):

Another masterpiece of nature at 20 km - les gorges de la Méouge:

Another masterpiece of nature at 40 min - le lac de serre ponçon: 

Nearby other lovely medieval villages in gorgeous settings, like Moustiers Sainte Marie, a "Plus Beaux Villages de France".

1 hour from the Mediteranean (o.a. Marseille & Cassis): 

	Travel

Road: A51 Marseille/Gap, exit at Aubignosc - 2 kms

Airports: Marseille International - 70 minutes on the A51 - Car hire available

Rail: Aix-en-Provence - 1 hour - Car hire available

	Distances

Bruxelles: 970 km

Paris: 730 km

London: 1150 km

Frankfurt: 900 km

Amsterdam: 1170 km

Genève: 310 km

	Tourism office

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	Panoramique photos 360°

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	The route Napoleon

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