 Gréoux-les-Bains | ||
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| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
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| Residents | 2.635 (2018) | |
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| Tourist info | 33 4 92 78 01 08 http://www.greoux-les-bains.com/ | |
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Gréoux-les-Bains is a Provencal town in French Department Alpes-de-Haute-Provence at the lower Gorges du Verdon.
background
The small town built on a slope towards the Verdon is dominated by the castle, which was the seat of the Order of the Knights of St. John (Knights of Malta). It lies on the Verdon, which - dammed since 1957 - is now used for water sports. The water from thermal springs has been used for spa treatments since Roman times.
In the area of the caves of Saint-Sébastian there are traces of settlement from the Neolithic Age, the thermal springs were used to feed thermal baths in Roman times, and the settlement was named Nymphis Griselius.
In medieval times there was first a fortress in the area of Aurabelle built, the castle of Gréoux in the 12th century. From the Count House Provence it was in the 13th century. to the Order of the Hospital of St. John in Jerusalem, sold the Order of St. John (or Maltese) until the castle became the property of the municipality. In contrast to the term often heard Château des Templiers it was never owned by the Knights Templar.
During the Second World War, an internment camp was operated in the village until 1942, and in 1944 Gréoux was liberated by the American troops.
getting there
By plane
The closest airport is that of 1 Marseille-Provence, from where there is a direct bus connection through Autocars Sumian according to Gréoux exists.
By train
The closest train stations are those of Manosque the SNCF or the train station served by the TGV 2 Aix-en-Provence-TGV, which is well outside the city center of Aix-en-Provence.
By bus
Bus connections of the LER (Line 27) consist of Marseille above Aix-en-Provence - Gréoux-les-Bains continue after Riez and once a day about Moustiers until after Castellane. There are other bus connections from Manosque and Riez off to Gréoux.
In the street
The fastest road connection is the one via Lyon - Valence on the A7 - Autoroute du Soleil, continue a short section on the A8 and then from the south on the A51 in the valley of the Durance to the 
Vinon / Cadarache or alternatively when approaching from the north via Manosque and from there on the D82 to Gréoux-les-Bains.
By boat
Only pleasure boats operate on the Verdon.
mobility
Locally one moves on foot.
Tourist Attractions
- the 1 Castle of Gréoux (so-called. Château des Templiers), whose main tower probably dates from the 12th / 13th centuries. Century later conversions date largely from the 16th century.
- Remains of the city fortifications, a first wall ring was built in the 12th century. built (of this, among other things, still exists Portail du Vieil-Horloge), from the larger one from 1554 a section and a round tower have been preserved.
- the 2 Château de Laval, in the area an amusement park with various sports facilities and a riding stable
- the 3 Château de Rousset in the Durancetal comes from the 15./17. Most of the results of the renovations in the 18th century are visible today. In the castle area there is a chapel with a Pietà and a painting from the 17th century.
- the Château d'Aurabelle, a manor fortified with two round towers.
- the parish church 4 Eglise Notre-Dame-des-Ormeaux comes from the 14./15. Century and was enlarged by including side chapels, which is carried out in the Gothic style, the church tower was only added in the 19th century. added. The church was built as a priory from the Abbey of Montmajour.
- the chapel 5 Notre-Dame-des-Œufs on the opposite side of the Verdon Aurafrède was donated in 960, the current building dates from the 17th century. It was often the destination of pilgrimages by sterile women who deposited eggs in the niches in the choir as a sign of their desire.
- the 6 Chapelle Saint-Sébastian is open to Protestants today
- the Chapelle Sainte-Croix
- 7 Musée des Jouets Anciens / Le Petit Monde d'Emilie, 16 avenue des Alpes. Tel.: (0)6.84.62.71.23, Email: [email protected]. Open: Mon, Wed, Fri 16.00-19.00 in the months April-Oct.Price: 7.50 / 6.00 €.
- 8 Musée Vitrail et autres Métiers des Arts, 6 Grande rue. Tel.: (0)6.84.62.71.23, Email: [email protected]. Stained Glass Museum.Open: Tue, Wed, Thu 4-7pm.Price: 7.50 / 6.00 €.
activities
- Fete de Saint-Sebastien, the festival with a procession accompanied by musket shooters (Bravade) is held on January 20th in honor of the patron saint of Gréoux-les-Bains.
- Visit of the 1 Gréoux thermal baths, the 42 ° warm water has been used since Roman times, it is said to have healing properties in the field of pain treatment and respiratory diseases. A number of wellness offers have recently been added.
- water sports, Swimming, paddling, driving in self-controlled electric or sailing boats in the reservoirs Lac d'Esparron and Lac de Sainte-Croix.
- Hiking and mountain biking around Gréoux and in Plateau de Valensole, Equestrian sport (including poney club at Château Laval)
shop
- the provencal Weekly market will be held on Thursday mornings on the Place des Marronniers held a small market with local products on Tuesdays and in July / August on Friday evenings from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the pedestrian zone
kitchen
- provides information about the numerous restaurants in and around Gréoux Website of the tourist office.
nightlife
- There are several dancing and discos in Gréoux and the surrounding area
- Casino de Jeux Partouche. Gambling casino.
accommodation
- provides information on the accommodation options in and around Gréoux Website of the tourist office.
Several campsites are located on the south bank of the Verdon, from where the town can be easily reached on foot:
security
health
- Several general practitioners practice on site, the nearest hospital is that of Manosque (Tel. 04 92 70 30 00).
Practical advice
- the post office 2 is located at the Avenue des Aires
trips
- to the Lac de Sainte-Croix and the top Verdon Gorge
- to Quinson ins
literature
Web links
- www.greoux-les-bains.com, Website of the tourist office with city map and information brochure for download
