Quinson

Located between limestone cliffs and the Verdon River, Quinson features ancient ramparts with seven crenellated towers and two fortified entrance gates.

The Baume Bonne cave near Quinson contains archaeological evidence of continuous human occupation dating back 400,000 years, including Neanderthal settlements.

The Museum of Prehistory, designed by Norman Foster, ranks among the largest prehistoric museums in Europe, displaying artifacts from regional archaeological excavations.

The village area covers 128 square kilometers and maintains multiple facilities including camping spaces, hiking trails, and access points to Verdon Gorge activities.

The village relocated from its original hilltop position to the valley in the 15th century, constructing new defensive walls around the settlement.

Location: Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

Location: arrondissement of Forcalquier

Elevation above the sea: 517 m

Shares border with: Esparron-de-Verdon, Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon, Montmeyan, Régusse, Saint-Julien, La Verdière

Address: Place de la Mairie, 04500 Quinson 04500 04500

Phone: +33492744025

Email: mairie@quinson.fr

Website: http://quinson.fr

GPS coordinates: 43.70222,6.03972

Latest update: May 29, 2025 05:03