L'Escale

L'Escale is a small village peacefully situated on the banks of the Durance where an important dam retains the river waters to form a pleasant lake.
The village includes several small hamlets extending from the lake to a small hillside.

The village of l'Escale began developing in the middle-ages thanks to its strategic situation between Sisteron and Digne, and its proximity to the once-important river traffic on the Durance.
The village was effectively an "Escale" or port-of-call used by boats tansporting various merchandise.

While walking in the narrow streets of l'Escale, you will discover charming vaulted archways, ancient houses and tastefully decorated stone-walls.
The most ancient areas are the "coteau de Vière" and the Hôte hamlet... don't miss them!