Sisteron (awaiting the Tour de France)
The fortified citadel which crowns the city and overlooks the Durance river is a complex of diverse architectural periods including the 12th 14th 16th 17th, and 19th centuries. Inside the walls is the Notre Dame du Chateau Chapel and two museums. From the terrace of the Citadel there is an excellent view of the old city below onto the timeworn tile roofs of the houses lining the river banks. This ancient part is quite interesting with its tiny squares planted with trees and fountains gushing here and there throughout the winding streets.