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The Fossil Sirens – Valley of the sirens loop from Col des Lèques

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The Fossil Sirens – Valley of the sirens loop from Col des Lèques

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The Fossil Sirens – Valley of the sirens loop from Col des Lèques

01:01

3.61km

80m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Parc naturel régional du Verdon

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1.45 km

The Fossil Sirens

Highlight • Natural Monument

beautiful route, good to walk with children. approx. 4 km

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The hike to the Sirens Valley near Castellane not only offers stunning natural beauty, but also a fascinating insight into its geological past. Along the trail, you’ll come across information boards explaining the area’s rich history and the ancient myths of sirens who are said to inhabit the waters. Keep your eyes peeled for fossils embedded in the rocky cliffs, reminding you that this area was once submerged by a prehistoric sea.

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1.89 km

1.68 km

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3.54 km

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Highest point (1,210 m)

Lowest point (1,140 m)

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Saturday 11 July

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August 11, 2024,🇫🇷 Familienwanderung zur Ausgrabungsstätte Vallée des Sirènes

This small but varied family hike starts at the Col des Lèques car park, about 8 km from Castellane in the direction of Digne-les-Bains. The destination is a geological excavation site. You can admire fossils that are 40 million years old.

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The Fossil Sirens – Valley of the sirens loop from Col des Lèques

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