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Saint Julien du Verdon

Pop. : 110 h. Alt.: 900m

Verdon

The department of Alpes de Haute Provence.


12 km. north of Castellane

Saint Julien du Verdon is situated on the sunny southern side of a hill in a mountain cirque wooded with pine and oak.

There is a wide view of the calm clear vvaters of the Castillon lake. At 900 m. altitude and with a mild Mediterranean climate, the air here is pure and envigorating.

Many day outings are available in the region either on the Côte d'Azur or for skiing at the Col d'Allos.

The Verdon gorges and the Castillon lake are nearby and offer every kind of water entertainment. There are pleasant hiking trails set up by theme on which you can learn about the geological treasures of St. Julien.




What to see:

17th c. Notre Dame Chapel.

Activities:

Hiking on marked trails.
Water sports on Castillon lake.

White water sports in the Verdon gorges.

Lodging:

1 hotel restaurant, 1 campsite. Gites.

Neighbouring villages

Saint André les Alpes (8km),
Demandolx
(10km), Vergons (6km).


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