Saint Jurs

Discover the high-altitude village of Saint Just in the Alpes de Haute Provence

Saint-Jurs is a small village perched on a hill at an altitude of 825m, away from the main roads. It's the highest village on the Valensole plateau, surrounded by the splendid nature typical of Haute Provence, which you can discover on long walks through the beautiful Mont Denié forest.

A superb church covered in bees

In addition to its tranquility and beautiful natural surroundings, Saint Jurs is blessed with a parish church whose vault is covered not with stars, but with bees. This discovery was made following a tragedy. The church and chapel of Saint George are well worth a visit.

Beautiful hikes to the Col de Saint Jurs

The marked trails leading to the Col de Saint Jurs (1318m) offer routes suitable for all levels. A gradual gradient enables the summit to be reached in around 2h30, where a pretty view of the Valensole plateau rewards walkers. Experienced hikers will appreciate the crest trail to Montdenier Mountain, while families will appreciate the 5km panoramic loop. In summer, set off early in the morning to take advantage of the cooler temperatures.

What to do in Saint-Jurs

Photography enthusiasts will be delighted by the panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Valensole plateau. An ideal spot to capture sunrises over lavender fields in summer. Cycling enthusiasts can take to the winding roads leading to the summit of Agra, offering thrills and breathtaking panoramas. For a more contemplative experience, explore the old gypsum mines that bear witness to the village's rich industrial past.

A good restaurant to recommend

If you're looking for a good address in Saint Jurs for lunch or dinner, we recommend the restaurant “Le Bout du Monde” and its lovely terrace overlooking the Valensole plateau. Inventive, hearty home cooking. You'll have a wonderful time.

Our map of St Jurs

To find your way around Saint-Just, you can use our interactive map of the village. It shows all the points of interest in the village (town hall, church, gypsum mines, Col de Saint Just...) as well as our recommendations for accommodation in the village. So you can locate them before you book your stay in Saint Just.