Activities in the High Alps
The Hautes-Alpes region promises you exceptional moments of escape. It offers you a thousand and one activities rich in emotions throughout your stay. With family or friends, young and old, go on a magical journey in the heart of idyllic landscapes. And next to the nature shows, the delicious flower honeys and cheeses, as well as the famous apples of the Alps.
An escape in the heart of nature
Between the Northern Alps and Provence, going up the Napoleon road to Gap, the Hautes-Alpes enjoy a magnificent sunshine all year round. With its incredible gorges and mountains peaking between 500 and 4,102 m above sea level, the region has a wide range of wonderful landscapes. Forests, mountain pastures, valleys, glaciers, wild gorges, atypical towns and villages, it has a rich cultural and historical heritage. Away from the main roads and large crowds, the area is renowned for its impressive ecological capital. Its still unspoilt and pure environment promises you a friendly and completely relaxed atmosphere. The Hautes-Alpes offer more than 6,800 km of hiking trails and many climbing sites, some of which are internationally renowned. The crisp mountain air and the warm sunshine promise you an escape out of the ordinary., in the heart of nature !
Natural areas of the High Alps – Alpes
As incredible as it may seem, 50% of France's flora is represented in the Hautes-Alpes region. The Écrins National Park covers nearly 100,000 hectares and is home to ibex, chamois, heather roosters and marmots. The 1000 km or so of trails that criss-cross the site offer some thirty ecological accommodation options: in the Hautes-Alpes, the campsite promises you unforgettable stays. You can also discover the Queyras Regional Natural Park stretches over 60,000 hectares and is home to charming little villages that promise you a warm welcome. As part of the Baronnies Provençales Regional Natural Park, the commune of Rosans offers you new destinations in the mid-mountain. The region also offers many natural areas classified as Natura 2000 zones, nature reserves.
A wide range of activities during your stay at a campsite in the Hautes-Alpes
The beauty of nature is to be discovered without further delay. The High Alps offer you to multiple activities that promise you emotionally charged moments. The numerous torrents and rivers in the region make it a dream destination, ideal for water activities. With nearly 500 km of rivers, lovers of sailing, rafting, kayaking and canyoning will be delighted! The particularities of the Hautes-Alpes mountains also promise many exceptional outdoor activities. You can set off to discover its superb landscapes by spreading your wings. Hang gliding takes you on a magical journey alongside the birds. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, you can opt for road biking, mountain biking or horse riding. You can also discover the historical and religious highlights of the region such as the fortresses of Briançon and Mont-Dauphin, Fort Queyras, the silver mines of Vallon de Fournel, the priory of Saint-André-de-Rosans or the cathedral of Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Arnoux in Gap.
The Hautes-Alpes have all the assets to seduce lovers of nature and camping. A prized destination, its exceptional wealth promises numerous activities for the whole family.
