ON THE PATHS OF THE ALPS OF PROVENCE

Mission preservation

An episode from the series FRENCH HERITAGE JOURNEYS

Synopsis

Between the impressive Verdon Canyon, surrounded by high cliffs, and the Roya Valley with its Baroque churches, the landscapes of the Alps of Provence tell the story of a multifaceted territory.

This border area between France and Italy also abounds in fortresses and hilltop villages that bear witness to a time when the inhabitants took refuge on the heights.

Today, the region is making the most of its rich history and spectacular scenery to raise its profile.