Rougon

Departement of the Alpes de Haute Provence - Verdon - Pop.: 100 inh.

puce On route D952 which links Moustiers Ste. Marie (30km.) to Castellane.
Rougon, chapel


Hanging on to a rocky peak rising out of stony ground and lavender bushes, the village of Rougon overlooks the entrance to the grand canyon of the Verdon gorges.



Rougon, terrace


Situated a bit away from the main road D952, going through Point Sublime, Rougon offers a peaceful setting far from the smoke and noise of the big cities.

It is a typical little Provençal village complete with narrow streets and houses built in traditional materials.


Rougon, house



From the ruins of its castle, there is a wonderful view of the Point Sublime which truly deserves its name.





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puce What to see:

Huguenot church. Chapelle St. Christophe.
Medieval castle ruins.

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puce Leisure activities:

Hiking (le GR 4 goes through the village).
Visits of the Verdon gorges.
Local festival the last Sunday in July.

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puce Accommodation:

Hotel-restaurant.
Bed and breakfast.
Furnished holiday rentals. Gites.
Campsite.

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puce Neighbouring towns and villages:

La Palud sur Verdon (10km), Trigance (14km).

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