Historic Churches of Ubaye

The Ubaye Valley preserves a diverse collection of religious heritage, ranging from grand baroque-influenced parish churches to secluded high-altitude chapels. These sites reflect the region's history of transhumance and cross-border trade, often featuring traditional Alpine stonework, sundials, and ornate altarpieces. Notable examples include the remote church in Maurin at the valley's head and the Romanesque foundations of Saint-Pons, showcasing centuries of mountain devotion.

Église Saint-Antoine-du-Désert de Maurin

Located in the remote hamlet of Maurin near the Ubaye's source, this isolated stone church is one of the highest in the valley.

Église Saint-Nicolas-de-Myre

An 18th-century Catholic church in Jausiers, featuring a notable interior characteristic of the region's religious heritage.

Église Saints-Pierre-et-Paul

A Catholic religious building in Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye, serving as a central point of the village's historic architecture.

Église Saint-Pons

A historic church in the commune of Saint-Pons, representing the religious architecture of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department.

Chapelle Saint-Jean Baptiste

A small chapel located in the high-altitude territory of Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye.

Église Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel

Catholic church serving the local community in the mountain landscape of the Ubaye.

Chapelle Saint-Jean-de-Matha

A religious site located near the entrance to the valley, dedicated to Saint Jean de Matha.

Église Saint-Sébastien

A mountain church situated within the commune of Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye.

Église Saint-Antoine

A local parish church serving the community of Méolans-Revel.

Chapelle du Lauzanier, Notre-Dame des Lumières

A high-altitude pilgrimage chapel located in the Lauzanier valley near the Italian border.