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Bayons
Commune
The crest of the Clos de Fau opposite the village.
The crest of the Clos de Fau opposite the village.
Coat of arms of Bayons
Coat of arms
Bayons is located in France
Bayons
Bayons
Location in France
Bayons is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Bayons
Bayons
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Arrondissement Forcalquier
Canton Seyne
Intercommunality Community of communes of la Motte-Turriers
Area
1
 125.75 km2 (48.55 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
 189
 • Density 1.503/km2 (3.893/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
04023 /04250
Elevation 749–2,111 m (2,457–6,926 ft)
(avg. 870 m or 2,850 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Bayons is a small and peaceful village located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in the south-eastern part of France. It's part of the beautiful Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Imagine a quiet place nestled among mountains, where nature is all around you!

This village is known for its stunning natural scenery. It sits in a valley surrounded by tall peaks and green landscapes. Only a small number of people live here, making it a very calm and close-knit community.

Discover Bayons: A Mountain Village

Bayons is a special place in the French Alps. It's much more than just a dot on the map. This area is full of history and natural wonders.

Where is Bayons Located?

Bayons is found in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This department is known for its mountains and clear air. The village is part of the Forcalquier area. It's also in the Seyne canton.

The village sits at an elevation of about 870 meters (2,854 feet) above sea level. The highest point in the area reaches 2,111 meters (6,926 feet). The lowest point is 749 meters (2,457 feet). This means Bayons is truly a mountain village!

Nature and Landscape

The landscape around Bayons is very diverse. You can find high mountains and deep valleys. The Sasse river flows through the area. It's a small river that adds to the beauty of the landscape.

  • Mountains: The area has many impressive mountains. One of them is the Reynier mountain. You can also see the Rochers de la Lause. These are big rock formations made of limestone.
  • Valleys: There are several valleys, like the Reynier valley. You might even spot a "red-coloured mountain" there.
  • Water Gaps: The D1 road, which goes through Bayons, crosses some interesting "water gaps" at a place called les Tourniquets. These are narrow passages carved by water.

Life in Bayons

Life in Bayons is closely connected to nature. The people here often work in farming. You can see irrigated meadows, which are fields watered to help crops grow.

  • Farming: Farmers in Bayons might raise animals like the famous Lamb of Sisteron. They also produce local goods. You might find delicious lavender honey from the area.
  • Local Products: The region is also known for its fruits. You could find Golden and Gala apples grown nearby.
  • Energy: Bayons even has a small hydroelectric power station. This station uses water from a stream called Ruisseau des Tines to make electricity. It's a clean way to get power!

Villages and Hamlets

The commune of Bayons includes several smaller villages and hamlets. These are tiny communities that are part of the larger Bayons area.

  • Astoin: This hamlet has a traditional Lavoir, which is a public washing place. It also has the Church of Saint Anne.
  • Esparron-la-Bâtie: This is another small village within the commune. It has the Church of Saint-Christophe.
  • Reynier: This village is home to the Church of Saint-Vincent. You can also see the Reynier bridge here.
  • Basse-Combe: Here you'll find the Chapel Saint-Jacques and Saint-Philippe.
  • Baudinard: This hamlet has the Chapel Notre-Dame-Secours-des-Pécheurs.

These small communities show the rich history and local life of the Bayons area.

Images for kids

  • Bayons, vallée de Reynier, montagne rouge

    Red-coloured mountain in the Reynier valley.

  • Bayons, montagne de Reynier, pente Est (le Défens)

    Reynier mountain (1387m).

  • Bayons, Rochers de la Lause

    Rochers de la Lause, closing the Esparron-la-Bâtie valley (Tithonian limestone).

  • Bayons, le Sasse à Basse-Combe

    The Sasse at Basse-Combe in the upper part of its course.

  • Bayons, Astoin, lavoir

    The Lavoir at Astoins

  • Bayons

    Bayons at the beginning of the 20th century

  • Bayons, Esparron-la-Bâtie, village

    The Village of Esparron-la-Bâtie.

  • Bayons, Reynier

    Reynier village.

  • Bayons, bouscatière

    Logging in Bayons.

  • Bayons, prairie irriguée

    An irrigated meadow in Bayons.

  • Bayons, micro centrale

    A Small hydro electric power station using the waters of the Ruisseau des Tines in the former commune of Esparron-la-Bâtie.

  • Bayons, Notre-Dame-de-Bethléem

    Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethléem.

  • Bayons, pont de Reynier

    The Reynier bridge.

  • Bayons, les Tourniquets, les lacets vus du haut

    The bends of the D1 crossing a Water gap at les Tourniquets.

  • Bayons, route de Reynier et grilles anti-éboulements

    A trap protecting from falling rocks.

  • Bayons, clue de Bayons (D1)

    The Bayons water gap.

  • Agneau et brebis

    Lamb of Sisteron.

  • Pot de Miel de Lavande

    Lavender honey.

  • Golden delicious apple

    Golden and gala apples.

  • Bayons, Astoin, église Sainte-Anne

    Church of Saint Anne at Astoin

  • Bayons, Esparron-la-Bâtie, église Saint-Christophe

    Church of Saint-Christophe at Esparron-la-Bâtie.

  • Bayons, Reynier, nouvelle église Saint-Vincent

    Church of Saint-Vincent at Reynier.

  • Bayons, chapelle de la Basse-Combe, façade et clocher-mur

    Chapel Saint-Jacques and Saint-Philippe at Basse-Combe.

  • Bayons, Baudinard, chapelle Notre-Dame-Secours-des-Pécheurs

    Chapel Notre-Dame-Secours-des-Pécheurs at Baudinard.

See also

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