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Pra Loup, a responsible destination<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Pra Loup, a responsible destination<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Home<\/a><\/span> Destination Mercantour<\/a><\/span> Pra Loup, a responsible destination<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Pra Loup, Mercantour<\/em> An exceptional territory to be preserved together<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n

Here, the mountains are not just a playground: they are a living, fragile and precious space.<\/strong>Pra Loup is part of the municipality of Uvernet-Fours<\/a>, 46% of whose territory is located in the heart of the Mercantour National Park<\/strong>, one of the ten French national parks. A natural setting where more than 2,000 plant species coexist \u2013 220 of which are protected \u2013 and emblematic animals such as the wolf, the bearded vulture, the chamois and the golden eagle. In addition to this biodiversity, there are cultural, geological and agricultural heritages of rare richness.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

This strong link with the Mercantour commits us on a daily basis. In Pra Loup, the mountains are committed, and the actions are concrete, local, accessible to all.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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This winter, let the car rest too<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

In Pra Loup, holidays can also be an opportunity to change your habits. Once you arrive in the valley, there is no need to systematically take the car for each of your trips<\/strong> : shuttles, walking or shared trips make it easy to reach the resort and enjoy your stay in a different way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free shuttles, the right reflex<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In winter, free shuttles<\/strong> facilitate travel between Barcelonnette, the Ubaye valley and Pra Loup<\/strong>, as well as between the different sectors of the resort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To reach the slopes, find your accommodation, go down to the valley or simply avoid looking for a parking space, remember to check the shuttle schedules before taking your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get in, sit back and let yourself be driven to Pra Loup!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing public transport means helping to reduce the number of vehicles on the road<\/strong>, limit emissions related to travel and reduce the pressure on car parks, especially during periods of high traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once in the resort, everything is closer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Pra Loup, many trips can also be made on foot<\/strong>. Shops, restaurants, entertainment, departures on the slopes and various services are grouped together in the heart of the resort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a few hundred metres, why take the car again? Take the opportunity to walk, get some fresh air and discover the resort at your own pace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also think about carpooling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you come with several people or do you regularly make the journey between the valley and the resort? Share your vehicle<\/strong> when possible. Carpooling allows you to pool trips, share costs and limit the number of cars on the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This winter, adopt the right reflex: shuttle, walk or carpool before getting back in the car.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because enjoying the mountains also means trying to preserve what surrounds us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I consult the schedules of the free shuttles<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Moving differently, at the pace of the mountains<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Walking, cycling, taking a shuttle…<\/strong> In Pra Loup and in the Ubaye valley, the journey can also be part of the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During your stay, try to leave your car parked as much as possible and favour the mobility solutions available in the area. A gentler way to discover the valley, enjoy the landscapes and reduce the impact of your travels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free shuttles to explore the valley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In summer, the free shuttles<\/strong> are a practical alternative to the private car for certain trips between Pra Loup, Barcelonnette and the Ubaye valley<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They allow you to reach different sectors of the territory without having to systematically take your vehicle back. Depending on the services offered, they can facilitate access to villages, activities or certain starting points. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you leave, remember to check the timetable: a shuttle can sometimes easily replace a car journey.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also a way to limit vehicles on the roads and the most frequented natural areas, while avoiding traffic and parking constraints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On foot, the mountains can be discovered in a different way<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For short trips, walk instead. Joining an activity, picking up your bread, going to a restaurant or simply walking around the resort: so many opportunities to leave the car keys in your pocket<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walking also allows you to slow down and take a different look at the territory. Here, a few extra minutes of travel can become a few more minutes of mountain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By bike, take the time to explore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mountain bikes, e-mountain bikes or classic bikes: in summer, the bicycle also becomes a means of transport in its own right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilities and services dedicated to cyclists allow you to enjoy the valley in a different way. For journeys adapted to your level, think of cycling rather than the car and combine, when possible, walking, cycling and public transport<\/strong> during your stay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And for longer trips? Think about carpooling <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To reach Pra Loup or to travel in the valley, carpooling<\/strong> is also an interesting alternative when public transport does not correspond to your journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharing a car reduces the number of vehicles on the road while sharing the costs and the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This summer, try a different rhythm: walk, cycle, share your ride or hop on a shuttle.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Less car also means less time spent looking for a place to park… and more time to enjoy the mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our commitments: <\/h3><\/div>\n
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Quality Tourism<\/h3><\/div>
Quality Tourism<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Together towards a Destination of Excellence<\/h3><\/div>
Together towards a Destination of Excellence<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Destination of Excellence label<\/h3><\/div>
Destination of Excellence label<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Brendan Le Peru<\/div><\/div>\n

Eco-responsible commitments of the Pra Loup Tourist Office<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>

We are committed to preserving the environment and promoting sustainable tourism in our beautiful valley on a daily basis. Here are our concrete actions: <\/p>