Gap

At the crossroads of major routes including the Route Napoléon, Gap, a pretty capital with pastel colours is the gateway to the remarkable Provençal Baronnies. Scents of rosemary, stargazing - all the senses come alive in this paradise.

Further south, under the benevolent eye of Céüze, a world-famous climbing site with a 130-metre cliff, lies Tallard with its 14th- to 16th-century medieval castle, a listed historical monument. Nearby, the aerodrome, is the leading European centre for air leisure, combining industrial aviation activities, leisure activities and training.