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Corbières

Pop.: 810. Alt.: 300 m. Area: 1906 ha.

Department of the Alpes de Haute Provence


On the RN 96, between Manosque (9km) and Aix en Provence (60km).

Corbières is a pleasant village in the Alpes de Haute Provence, built on the slopes of a pretty hillside strategically situated on the border of the departments of the Vaucluse, the Var and the Bouches du Rhône.

Corbières takes its name from the river which crosses it territory. When visiting Corbières, you will discover narrow streets and some beautiful old houses which lend much charm to the village.

Visitors will also appreciate the peaceful atmosphere that reigns in this part of the world...

The countryside surrounding Corbières is magnificent and you can discover it either on foot, or by bicycle.

Signposted trails can be found in the local forest, following the river upstream and into the hills beyond.

Here you are not far from fields of lavande, the cliffs of ochres du Luberon or even the gorges du Verdon... you are spoilt for choice by the number of walks available...


Sites to see :

Church and village chapel.

Leisure activities :

Hiking and mountain biking. Fishing. Tennis. Sports ground.
Festival during the first weekend in August.

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Neighbouring villages :

Ste Tulle (3km), Beaumont de Pertuis (8km), Pierrevert (8km).



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