On the edge of the Vallon de Laverq and on the banks of the River Ubaye, just 15km from the historic Mexican themed town of Barcelonnette and at the approach to 7 famous mountain cols including the Col d’Allos, Col de Cayolle, Col de Vars - featured in the 2019 Tour de France - and the mighty Col de la Bonnette. Camping River offers relaxation well being and a large variety of sporting activities, all accessible from the campsite.
Choosing to spend your holiday in this beautiful area of the Alpes-de-Haute- Provence is also embarking on a series of endless adventures accessible to all. The Ubaye Valley belongs to a mountain range known as the ‘dry’Alps or Alpes de lumière with 300 days of sunshine and only 700mm of annual precipitation.