Castellane

A compact, photogenic subprefecture in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Castellane sits on the water with mountain scenery close at hand and carries the French government's "village et cité de caractère" designation. Despite its modest size, it supports a real cluster of cafés and restaurants, making it a practical base for exploring the surrounding landscape.

• Population1,612
• Nearest water0.2 km
• Nearest mountain2.6 km