Saint Martin de Brômes

Discover the charming village of Saint Martin de Brômes in the Alpes de Haute Provence near Gréoux-les-Bains

Saint Martin is a typical old village in Haute Provence, which you should visit on foot, strolling along its narrow streets to discover charmingly restored old houses. Some of the houses date back to the 14th and 15th centuries.

A beautiful Romanesque church and tower

Perched on the Castelleras hill, Saint-Martin church has overlooked the village since the 12th century. Its nave, covered by a broken barrel vault, is a testament to the splendor of the Southern Romanesque style. Its walls are adorned with murals by Esprit Michel Gibelin, a pupil of Cézanne, recounting the life of the patron saint.

The 24-meter-high Tour de l'Horloge reveals its military past through its machicolations and loopholes. The tower once housed the region's seigniorial taxes.

The banks of the Colostre river

The banks of the Colostre river are also well worth a visit, charming and refreshing in summer. The river is pretty, the paths well laid out and you feel free in the middle of nature.

Roman oppidum and milestone

An archaeological museum on the first floor of the Tour de l'Eglise displays Gallo-Roman remains discovered in the region, including the Buffe-Arnaud oppidum and a milestone dedicated to the Emperor Carus.

A fun summer market

In July and August, a small, friendly market is held every Friday morning on the Place de la Libération. Many small local producers are present, and it's a great opportunity to stock up on good produce and visit the pretty village of Saint-Martin-de-Brômes.

A good restaurant to recommend: Hôtel Restaurant La Fontaine

If you're looking for a good place to eat in Saint Martin de Brômes, we recommend Hôtel Restaurant La Fontaine, a village institution. With its traditional yet inventive cuisine, impeccable service and old-fashioned inn atmosphere, you're sure to have a great time!

What to do in Saint-Martin-de-Brômes on vacation?

Walkers will love the signposted trails on the Valensole plateau, offering superb walks through lavender fields. Just a few minutes from the village, Lac d'Esparron is a paradise for bathing and water sports in summer. A treasure hunt, suitable for children aged 4 to 12, is a fun way to discover the local heritage. Families can also take advantage of the picnic areas near the confluence of the Colostre. The proximity of the Gorges du Verdon makes it possible to take many day trips to the Lac de Sainte-Croix or the surrounding hilltop villages. You can also enjoy a day of thalasso or spa treatments at Gréoux-les-Bains.

Our map of St Martin de Brômes (postal code 04 800)

To find your way around the charming village of Saint Martin de Brômes, you can use our interactive map, which you'll find on this page. It shows the main points of interest in the commune (town hall, churches and other historic monuments...) as well as our recommendations for accommodation, which we update every year to offer you the best possible options.