Notre-Dame de la Salette

Notre-Dame de la Salette is a unique site in France. Located at 5900 feet altitude, she is the second place of pilgrimage in France, after Lourdes. Indeed, since the appearance of the Virgin Mary seen by two shepherd children in 1846, millions of pilgrims climb the mountain to reach this place of pilgrimage. Based at the edge of the National Park of Écrins and the slopes of Gargas, the construction building took place between 1861 and 1869. Between sky and green mountains, the site of Notre-Dame de la Salette, which soon was used as a welcome refuge for the many faithfuls, has a breathtaking panoramic view over the Dévoluy, the Lake of Sautet,the Oisans and the Mont Aiguille who is dominating a sea of clouds. Notre-Dame de la Salette is also a perfect setting for relaxation and family time. You can practice good snowshoeing and nice skiing in the winter resorts. In this region of France you can also enjoy the beautiful sunset in winter or watching the stars next to a fire camp in the summer. You can also discover the local specialties who is enjoyed by all.