Bésignan: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Bodon is a limestone rock face 20 to 25 metres high. From the car park, its base can be reached in five minutes via a path through a small oak grove. The Bodon climbing area consists of a total of eight pitches graded from 6a to 7c+.

Landscape and Trails

The GRP® “Tour de la vallée de l’Ennuyé” passes through Bésignan. The Tour de la vallée de l’Ennuyé runs through villages situated on high ground and agricultural landscapes. Near Bésignan, the Montagne de Montlaud is characterised by a limestone escarpment that rises to 969 metres.

The loop beginning in Bésignan and passing over the Col d’Autanne and the Col d’Anjuan crosses at least four passes. A car park near the church of Bésignan is indicated for the “Tour du Rocher des Mieyes” hike.

Those who choose Bésignan as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

Village Character and Location

Bésignan lies on the slopes of the Serre de la Croix de Fer mountain. From Buis-les-Baronnies, Bésignan can be reached via the Col d’Ey on the D162 departmental road. The central square offers panoramic views across the Ennuye Valley.

This central square is also home to a fountain typical of Provence. Bésignan is considered a small stone village.

History

During the feudal period, Bésignan became a fief of the lords of Mévouillon. The village was first mentioned in 1275 under the name “Besignanum”. The castle associated with Bésignan was destroyed in 1792.

More village pages: Tersanne, Barret-de-Lioure, Chamaret, Pierrelongue, Rochechinard, Rochefort-En-Valdaine, Saillans, Roche-Saint-Secret-Béconne

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