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Tourist map and places to visit in Aups
Are you looking for a map of Aups to plan your visit? This village in the Haut-Var region awaits you with its historic monuments and exceptional heritage. Located at an altitude of 505 meters in the Verdon Regional Natural Park, Aups is only 15 kilometers from Lake Sainte-Croix.
The town has a well-preserved medieval center with a clock tower, the Saint-Pancrace collegiate church, and several museums. You can also discover local specialties such as black truffles, as Aups is considered the capital of this precious mushroom. This map of Aups will help you plan your stay in this charming Provençal village.
How much time do you need to visit Aups?
Half a day is enough to see the main sights in Aups. You can easily visit the historic center in two to three hours.
Start at Place Martin-Bidouré, where you'll find the tourist office. Then head to the clock tower and Saint-Pancrace Collegiate Church.
If you have a full day, add a visit to the museums. The Simon Segal Museum is worth an hour of your time. The truffle museum will take about 30 minutes.
For a more in-depth stay, allow two days. This will give you time to explore the surrounding area and enjoy outdoor activities. The hikes to Les Espiguières require an additional half day.
Where can I download a map of Aups in PDF format?
You can obtain a detailed map of Aups directly from the tourist office. The office provides free maps of the village and the surrounding area.
Head to Place Martin-Bidouré to pick up your documentation. The team will also give you brochures on places to visit. They offer maps in several languages to suit your needs.
To download the map, click on the “Download map” button above our interactive map. You will then receive a handy PDF document that you can view on your smartphone.
The official website for the Verdon Lakes and Gorges also offers downloadable discovery trails. These documents include detailed information on each point of interest in the village.
Where is the Aups tourist office?
The Aups tourist office is located on Place Martin-Bidouré, in the heart of the village. You will find it easily when arriving via Avenue Albert 1er.
The office is open Monday to Saturday. In low season, opening hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. In high season, opening hours are extended until 6:30 p.m.
The staff speak several languages: French, English, and Italian. They will advise you on activities in the area. You can also buy your fishing license on site.
The office has a shop selling guidebooks, maps, and local souvenirs. There is also a truffle museum on the premises. This gives you easy access to all tourist services.
What are the must-see places in Aups?
The clock tower is the village's emblem. This 17th-century tower is 25 meters high. Its wrought-iron bell tower is a listed historical monument. Inside, you will discover a remarkably accurate sundial dating from 1760.
The Saint-Pancrace collegiate church is also worth a visit. Built between 1489 and 1503, it features a Provençal Gothic style with a Renaissance façade. It houses an exceptional museum of religious art. You will probably see the oldest processional cross in Provence here.
The Simon Segal Museum exhibits more than 280 contemporary paintings. Three schools of painting are represented here: Toulon, Paris, and Bourges. This unique collection is housed in the former Ursuline convent.
Don't miss the sculptures by Maria de Faykod. These works in Carrara marble transform the village into a veritable open-air museum. They create an original artistic trail through the streets of Aups.
The Château de Taurenne is also open to visitors. This historic olive-growing estate has been in operation since the time of the Knights Templar. It is located a few kilometers from the town center.
How to get to Aups
By car, Aups is 56 miles from Aix-en-Provence and 73 miles from Marseille. From the A8 motorway, take the Saint-Maximin exit and follow the signs to the village. From Marseille, take the A52 motorway and exit at Auriol.
The departmental roads will take you directly to the center. The D957 connects Aups to Les Salles-sur-Verdon. The D31 connects to Salernes to the south. The D77 connects to Tourtour to the east.
By public transportation, options are limited. Several bus lines serve the village from major cities. Lines 8123 and 802 stop at Place Martin-Bidouré.
From Marseille or Nice, it takes about 1.5 hours by car. From Toulon, allow 1 hour and 15 minutes. The nearest TER train station is in Draguignan, about 30 kilometers away. Local taxis provide connections from the main train stations.
What are the best hotels in Aups?
Le Grand Hôtel welcomes you to a charming former coaching inn. Located in the center of the village, it offers six rooms and a gourmet restaurant under a hundred-year-old plane tree. L'Hôtel Le Provençal also offers excellent value for money with private parking and a restaurant. L'Auberge de la Tour is 20 minutes from Lake Sainte-Croix and the Verdon. For a more luxurious stay, La Bastide du Calalou has a heated swimming pool and tennis court, with views of the Aups valley. These establishments combine modern comfort with an authentic Provençal atmosphere.
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NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Moissac-Bellevue (6 km), Villecroze (8 km), Sillans la Cascade (9 km) and Salernes (10 km).