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Things to see in Le Sauze-du-Lac (France): 28 places and when to go
Le Sauze-du-Lac is a town in France, and this site lists 28 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Mountains (9), History (8). The best known are Abbaye Notre-Dame de Boscodon, Pic de Morgon and Bastion des Pénitents. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 44.4708, 6.3265
- Places
- 28 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Mountains (9) · History (8) · Beaches (4) · Temples (3) · Food and drink (3)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- NCE Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 115 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Tête de la Gypier, at 2,443 m.
What to see in Le Sauze-du-Lac
The places in and around Le Sauze-du-Lac, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Abbaye Notre-Dame de BoscodonAbbey located in Hautes-Alpes, in France11 km
- Pic de MorgonMountain in France6.1 km
- Bastion des PénitentsHistory14 km
- Château de PicomtalFrench Château in Crots13 km
- Villard dolmenDolmen in Le Lauzet-Ubaye, France3.4 km
- Mont ColombisMountain in France9.0 km
- Pont romain du LauzetBridge in France9.6 km
- Couvent des Dominicains de SeyneConvent located in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, in France14 km
- Clot la CimeSummit4.9 km
- Fort JoubertCastle4.6 km
- Le PeyronMountain in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France13 km
- BernardezMountain in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France13 km
- Serre PonçonSummit5.0 km
- Tête de la GypierSummit11 km
- Le CaireSummit14 km
- Tour LesdiguièresHistory · Architecture11 km
- Balcons de Serre-PonçonHiking route in France7.3 km
- Bois VieuxBeaches4.1 km
- Brasserie Artisanale de Serre-PonçonBrewery11 km
- Brasserie de l'AubréeBrewery11 km
- ChabanonSki resort15 km
- Crête du LauzetSummit15 km
- Domaine AllemandWinery10 km
- MontclarSki resort8.8 km
And the other 4, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Parc Animalier de Serre-Ponçon
- Beaches: Plage des Tremouilles, Port Saint-Pierre, Savin'Plage
When to go to Le Sauze-du-Lac
The best time to visit Le Sauze-du-Lac is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:00
- FebPossible10:13
- MarPossible11:38
- AprBest time13:15
- MayBest time14:36
- JunBest time15:20
- JulBest time15:02
- AugBest time13:51
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:44
- NovPossible9:21
- DecPossible8:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. In July, 26 of the 28 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Le Sauze-du-Lac
The nearest main airport is Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes), 115 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Le Sauze-du-Lac?
The best known: Abbaye Notre-Dame de Boscodon, Pic de Morgon, Bastion des Pénitents, Château de Picomtal, Villard dolmen. In all, 28 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Le Sauze-du-Lac?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40.
How do you get to Le Sauze-du-Lac?
The nearest main airport is Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), 115 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Le Sauze-du-Lac as the destination and these 28 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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