Passion for olives with Sophie and Isabelle Pinatel Domaine Salvator
Nestled in the heart of Haute Provence, Domaine Salvator combines tradition, passion and innovation. Heirs to a family tradition, Sophie and Isabelle Pinatel value the authenticity and quality of their products. The art of olive oil With each harvest, olive oil reveals unique flavors. “We have two ways of making olive oil. Either the…
Kira, the American who chose Digne-les-Bains as her vertical playground
When we think of Digne-les-Bains and its surroundings, we often think of its magnificent landscapes, its sunny climate and its natural treasures. But for Kira Engle, this region is much more than a pretty postcard. Originally from the United States, this climbing enthusiast decided to set down her bags in this corner of Haute Provence to…
Vincent Carlier, a passionate spirulina grower in the heart of Haute Provence
At the bend of a small path that winds through the Thoard valley, a few kilometers from Digne-les-Bains, is Vincent Carlier's fish farm. Here, in the mild climate of Haute-Provence, this former consultant for the territorial civil service has retrained as a spirulina grower. An activity that, at first glance, may seem surprising. However, it…
Patrick Volpes: The master santon maker of Champtercier
Nestled in the heart of Haute Provence, just five minutes from Digne les Bains, is the small village of Champtercier, where the ancestral craft of Provence santons comes to life thanks to the talent of Patrick Volpes, master santon maker. Originally from Marseille, Patrick discovered his artistic vocation as a teenager, a passion that...
Juliano Lavergne: Young mountain bike prodigy in Digne les Bains
At only 13 years old, Juliano Lavergne known as 'Nano' is already an emblematic figure of mountain biking in Digne-les-Bains. Discover the exceptional journey of this young prodigy who, from a very young age, embraced the challenges of mountain biking with passion and determination. A promising start Nano started mountain biking in 2018, influenced by family interest…
Floral art in Haute-Provence: Joëlle and her Champ des Umbelles
In the heart of Haute Provence, far from the urban tumult of Nice, Joëlle Stordeur has found her haven of peace in Ainac-Lambert, in the village of La Robine sur Galabre. At the Champ des Umbelles, this thriving flower grower grows much more than flowers; she cultivates a life in harmony with nature and its…
Théo Mathieu: Rider without limits
Meeting with Théo Mathieu, mountain bike prodigy and ambassador of the region. Théo Mathieu, mountain bike virtuoso, is a young 21-year-old athlete whose track record continues to grow. Originally from Digne-les-Bains, Théo immersed himself in the world of sport from a very young age, but it was at the age of 10 that he seriously began to indulge in…
