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At the entrance to the Gorges du Verdon, Castellane is dominated by the Roc, an imposing limestone cliff. A privileged village for nature sports, this Provencal town combines its tourist vocation with the riches of its past and its extraordinary geological heritage.
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.
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.
At the crossroads of the Alps and the Mediterranean, Castellane lies at the gateway to the Grand Canyon du Verdon. Criss-crossed by the Route Napoléon and classified as a Cité de Caractère, the lakeside village boasts an exceptionally rich natural and cultural heritage.
Rue Nationale
04120 Castellane-en
