Culture
The Château de Volonne is a château-bastide-style castle dating from the early 17th century; its grand staircase is decorated with gypseries, that is, stucco sculptures.
The Église Saint-Martin is an 11th-century building in the Early Romanesque style of southern France and an early Romanesque basilica with a nave and two aisles.
The Église Notre-Dame de l’Assomption, also known as Notre-Dame des Salles, is now used as a cultural centre.
At the former Saint-Jean de Taravon priory, the oldest parts are now visible only as foundations and date from the 6th century; the building that is still standing dates from the 17th century and was once a monastery.
The church Eglise Notre-Dame des Salles is located in the vicinity of Volonne. The Citadelle de Sisteron fortress is also located near Volonne.
In July and August, the Vieille Pierre Volonnaise association supports the reception of tourists at the former Moulin Trabuc olive mill building.
The Abbaye Notre-Dame de Ganagobie monastery and the historic site of Abbaye Notre-Dame de Lure are located in the wider regional surroundings of Volonne.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Volonne is considering Volonne as a travel destination.
Nature and Trails
The Chemin des 2 Tours offers panoramic views over the Val de Durance from a former fortified observation post.
The Réserve Ornithologique de Haute-Provence comprises artificially created wetlands within the territory of Volonne.
The circular Tour du Lac trail is a flat, 10 km-long hike with opportunities to observe wetland birds at designated observation points.
The peaks Sommet du Ruth, Crête de Beaucouse, Têtes Vieilles and Pic d'Oise are located in the vicinity of Volonne.
Water
At the Durance in Volonne, Durance Nautique rents out canoes and kayaks and offers guided outings with a qualified team.
Local
The Volonne market takes place every Friday morning in the village square and offers seasonal fresh produce.
Other destinations: Saint-Jean, Cruis, Mallefougasse-Augès, Selonnet, Montclar, Allos, Enchastrayes, Auzet
