Saint-Jeannet

Discover the small village of Saint-Jeannet in Alpes de Haute Provence near Saint-Julien d'Asse

After a charming drive through lavender fields and holm oak woods, you arrive in the tiny village of Saint-Jeannet, intimate and unpretentious, far removed from mass tourism. There's no real street here, and even less of a “village square”: just one or two dirt paths leading to a few old houses huddled together.

The only luxury is the marvellous, almost white-grey local stone used to build all these old farms and barns, some of which have been carefully restored or are in the process of being refurbished. In this tranquil setting, where nothing seems to disturb, bargain hunters will be delighted to find rusty tools, old bicycles or abandoned carts...

Those who climb to the top of the village will enjoy a lovely view of the Roman tile roofs and the bell tower of the church, set against a backdrop of gentle oak-wooded hills.

Lovers of old stone will have to be brave enough to plan major restoration work. But total peace, far from the noise and fury, is at this price!

Hiking trails from Saint Jeannet

The trails starting from Saint Jeannet offer a variety of routes through the typical landscapes of the Valensole plateau. A 4 km loop leads up to the Cardaïre valley, where traces of terraced cultivation and an old restored hut can still be seen.

A second 7 km circuit winds through lavender fields to the chapelle Saint-Jean, a small Romanesque building recently renovated. Hikers will particularly appreciate the remarkable view over the Asse valley from this high point.

For more experienced walkers, there's a 12 km trail along the ancient road from Saint-Jeannet to Bras d'Asse. This historic route allows you to observe many species of birds nesting in the limestone cliffs.

Contact Saint-Jeannet town hall

The main town hall is located in Les Contes, accessible via the D8 road. The reception desk is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm. You can contact municipal services on +33 4 92 34 43 00 or by e-mail. The municipal team assists residents with all their formalities: civil status, town planning and local life. The social services department offers personalized appointments every Wednesday morning. For town planning matters, a technical office is open on the first Tuesday of the month, by appointment only.

Our map of Saint Jeannet

To find your way around Saint Jeannet, you can use our interactive map of the village. We've included the various points of interest in this small village (church, town hall, etc.).