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Salernes

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

About Salernes

Salernes works well as a base: 5 minutes from Villecroze, 22km from Gorges du Verdon.

Salernes is a town located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. With a population of 3,673, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Salernes 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 Salernes to your route.

About Salernes

Salernes (French pronunciation: [salɛʁn]; Occitan: Salèrna) is a commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.

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Where is Salernes located?

Salernes is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, Europe. The coordinates are 43.5635 latitude, 6.2339 longitude.

What is the population of Salernes?

Salernes has a population of approximately 3,673 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
3,673
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
43.5635, 6.2339

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 Salernes

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Gorges du Verdon

Europe's deepest canyon, a 25-kilometer gash of turquoise waters flanked by 700-meter limestone cliffs in Haute-Provence.

22 km · about 25 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.

23 km · about 25 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.

23 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Route des Crêtes du Verdon

A one-way clifftop loop above the Verdon canyon with a string of giddy belvederes over the abyss.

27 km · about 30 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.

31 km · about 35 min drive

historic highway

Route Napoléon

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

36 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Lavender Fields of Valensole

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

36 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Saint-Tropez

A legendary Riviera fishing village turned jet-set playground, known for its pastel harbor and Pampelonne Beach.

46 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Salernes

  • 23 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.
  • 27 kmRoute des Crêtes du VerdonA one-way clifftop loop above the Verdon canyon with a string of giddy belvederes over the abyss.
  • 36 kmRoute NapoléonHistoric route following Napoleon's 1815 march from Golfe-Juan to Grenoble
  • 36 kmLavender Fields of ValensoleVast purple lavender plateaus that bloom spectacularly from mid-June to mid-August across the Valensole plain.
  • 50 kmCorniche de l'EsterelA spectacular coastal road winding through the red porphyry rocks of the Esterel massif between Cannes and Frejus.
  • 52 kmMont Faron SummitA 584 m limestone mountain looming over Toulon, climbed by a narrow corniche road of tight hairpins beloved of the Tour de France; the summit offers superb views over one of Europe's finest natural harbours.

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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