Uvernet Fours - Pra Loup
At Barcelonnette, take the D902 road for 4 km.
Discover the village of Uvernet Fours and the Pra Loup ski resort
Located in the heart of the Ubaye valley, Uvernet Fours is a mountain village that grew out of several small hamlets. Today, it is home to the famous Pra Loup ski resort. Created in 1962, the Pra Loup ski resort has made a spectacular contribution to the village's economic development.
The Pra Loup ski area
Pra Loup is a huge ski area in the Alpes de Haute Provence between 1,500m and 2,600m above sea level, with 180 km of slopes offering breathtaking views over the peaks of the Parc du Mercantour. You'll be able to ski all day without having to ski the same run twice.
The ski area is linked to La Foux d'Allos by the Espace Lumière, which boasts almost 80 runs and 38 lifts. Cross-country skiers are not forgotten, with over 40 km of trails on the Val d'Oronaye - Larche Nordic site.
Hiking in the Mercantour National Park
Uvernet Fours Pra Loup has a beautiful natural heritage, with lakes, waterfalls and over 60 3,000 m peaks. You're in the Mercantour National Park, and there are some splendid walks to be had around the Col de la Cayolle (2326m) and Col d'Allos (2240 m), not forgetting the Allos lake. Discover the wild gorges of the Bachelard and the torrent des Agneliers.
Pretty hamlets near Col d'Allos and Col de la Cayolle
The Hameau de la Malune on the road to the Col d'Allos is well worth a visit, as are the hamlets of Fours, Saint-Louis, Saint-Laurent, Villard d'Abas, Les Longs and Bayasse on the road to the Col de la Cayolle.
In the midst of authentic, unspoilt nature, you'll come across marmots and a whole host of wildlife, with the delightful sensation of being at the end of the world and far from everything.
Our map of Uvernet Fours (zip code 04 400)
To find your way around Uvernet Fours, you can use our interactive map of the village. We've included all the village's points of interest (town hall, tourist office, church...) as well as our accommodation recommendations. So you can check out their location before booking your winter or summer vacation in Uvernet Fours.
What to see
Saint-André 1677 church and Notre Dame des Lumières statue (19th century)
The Fours valley
La grande Séolane (2909m) above the Pra Loup resort
Le Cimet (3020 m.).
Leisure activities
Skiing and winter sports in Pra Loup.
Snowshoeing, snowscooting, snake gliss, quad biking.
Tennis, skating rink, indoor pool, dog sledding.
Hiking.
Town festival on June 24 and July 2.
Hotels
just a few metres from the ski lifts of the Molanes (Pra-Loup 1500)
Comfortable guest rooms with bathroom and TV, some of them with Wi-Fi
Restaurant - Sauna and heated indoor swimming pool
Holiday rentals
Superb apartment at the foot of the slopes. The apartment is very well decorated, very pleasant with a splendid view of the slopes. Very well located in the village, you can do everything on foot.
Accomodations
Your questions about the village of Uvernet Fours
After writing this online guide to Uvernet, you sent us several questions. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions, to help our readers who may have similar queries.
A good restaurant in Uvernet Fours?
If you're looking for a good restaurant in Uvernet-Fours, don't miss the Auberge du Bachelard. With its superb local cuisine and delicious ravioli, you're sure to have a wonderful evening!
What is the altitude of the Pra Loup ski area, and is there snow every year?
The Pra Loup ski resort has a skiable area ranging from 1500 to 2600m altitude. So there's always snow in season in the higher parts of the resort. Getting back to the bottom of the resort can be a little more complicated in years of low snowfall, but generally all goes well.
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Pra-Loup, a ski resort in the commune (8 km) and Barcelonnette (4 km).