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Manosque

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France · Europe

About Manosque

Manosque is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Pierrevert, 28km from Colorado Provençal.

Manosque is a town located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. With a population of 21,351, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Manosque sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Manosque to your route.

About Manosque

Manosque (French pronunciation: [manɔsk]; Provençal Occitan: Manòsca in classical norm or Manosco in Mistralian norm) is the largest town and commune in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in southeastern France. However, it is not the préfecture (capital) of the department, which is the smaller town of

Read more Digne-les-Bains. Manosque is located at the far eastern end of the Luberon near the Durance river.

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Manosque offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Manosque located?

Manosque is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, Europe. The coordinates are 43.8288 latitude, 5.7869 longitude.

What is the population of Manosque?

Manosque has a population of approximately 21,351 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
21,351
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
43.8288, 5.7869

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Manosque

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Lavender Fields of Valensole

Vast purple lavender plateaus that bloom spectacularly from mid-June to mid-August across the Valensole plain.

16 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Colorado Provençal

Former ochre quarries near Rustrel sculpted into surreal fairy chimneys and crimson canyons.

28 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Lac de Sainte-Croix

A vivid turquoise reservoir at the mouth of the Verdon gorge, perfect for pedal-boats and a swim.

31 km · about 35 min drive

historic highway

Route Napoléon

Historic route following Napoleon's 1815 march from Golfe-Juan to Grenoble

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

A faïence-making village wedged in a limestone cleft, with a gold star strung on a chain between two cliffs.

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Roussillon

A vibrant Provencal village built atop ochre cliffs, famous for its striking red and orange facades.

40 km · about 45 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Plateau de Sault Lavender Fields

Endless rows of purple lavender perfume the high Vaucluse plateau every summer beneath Mont Ventoux.

42 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Gorges du Verdon Viewpoint

Europe's deepest canyon with 700-metre limestone walls and turquoise water, viewed from multiple pull-offs along the Route des Cretes.

44 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Manosque

  • 16 kmLavender Fields of ValensoleVast purple lavender plateaus that bloom spectacularly from mid-June to mid-August across the Valensole plain.
  • 35 kmRoute NapoléonHistoric route following Napoleon's 1815 march from Golfe-Juan to Grenoble
  • 42 kmPlateau de Sault Lavender FieldsEndless rows of purple lavender perfume the high Vaucluse plateau every summer beneath Mont Ventoux.
  • 44 kmGorges du Verdon ViewpointEurope's deepest canyon with 700-metre limestone walls and turquoise water, viewed from multiple pull-offs along the Route des Cretes.
  • 45 kmRoute des Crêtes du VerdonA one-way clifftop loop above the Verdon canyon with a string of giddy belvederes over the abyss.
  • 46 kmGorges de la Nesque RoadA serene Provençal balcony drive (D942) winding above a 400 m-deep limestone canyon near Mont Ventoux, with the Belvédère de Castellaras as its showpiece viewpoint.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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12 km awayPop. 1,410

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