Nevache

Visit Nevache, Provence

Nevache is a small village and ski resort in the Clarée valley to the north-east of the Hautes-Alpes department of Provence, in the French alps. The village is at an altitude of 1600 metres, and close to the border with Italy and the large Serre Chevalier skiing region.

Nevache village

Although visitors to Nevache are usually here to enjoy the skiing, the scenery or other mountain activities, the village also deserves to be explored.

An unspoiled traditional mountain village, the most important monument within the village of Névache is the 15th century Church of Saint-Marcellin. Note in particular the lower part of the belltower which was originally part of an earlier castle that stood in the same location, and the decorative carved entranceway.

There are several small restaurants in the village ideal for replenshing your energy after a day in the mountains.

Surrounding region

There are many other small churches and villages to discover nearby in the little villages, such as Val-des-Prés and Plampinet, and much of scenic interest.

There are several very picturesque mountain lakes such as the Cristol Lake to discover in the mountains around Nevache, and in the the Clarée Valley and Etroite Valley - there are too many scenic highlights to mention here in this lovely (but isolated) mountain region, but rest assured if you are seeking an authentic mountain experience in France this is a good place to bring your walking boots!

Clarée Valley: the river Clarée passes through a dramatic landscape of mountains, forests and picturesque lakes, in a region that is now a protected environment. The valley is often snowbound and access is dificult outside summer months.

Etroite Valley: another stunning valley near Nevache, the Etroite valley ('narrow valley') is on the border between France and Italy towards the east of the village.

See Provence-Alpes-Cote-d'Azur and Hautes-Alpes (the region and department for Nevache) for more travel ideas...

Tourist classifications for Nevache: Village in bloom (ville fleurie) 2*;

Suggested places to visit near Nevache, France

Distances shown are direct, driving distances will be greater.

More suggestions: L'Argentiere-la-Bessee 25km; Val Thorens 31km; Deux-Alpes 38km; Vanoise National Park 39km; Courchevel 44km; Alpe-d'Huez 45km; Meribel 46km;

Nevache tourist information: sights and attractions nearby

Vallee de la Claree - grand site of france (8km) : Jardin alpin du Lautaret - remarkable garden (21km) : La Meije - site of natural beauty (23km) : Aiguilles d'Arves - site of natural beauty (24km) : Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - recommended detour (35km) : Queyras - regional natural parc (38km) : Col de la Croix-de-Fer - site of natural beauty (39km) : Place Forte de Mont-Dauphin - national monument (39km) :

See more places and a map at places near Nevache