Gap is the highest prefecture in France, standing at 750m above sea level, and is mainly located in a wide valley surrounded by hills and mountains. The vast reams of green fields, valleys and forest are punctured by dramatic and epic rock formations and faces, perfect for rock climbing.
Country Code
+33
Currency
Euro
Laanguage
French
How to get there
Fly to Grenoble, from which it is approximately a 100km drive
Best time to visit
May - October, when the weather is warmest and conditions driest
Weather
Warm Summers, with temperatures ranging from 20-27 degrees celsius
Some of the rock climbing can be challenging, so please ensure you are in good physical shape and have prior rock climbing experience. The weather can get quite hot in Gap during the Summer, so please ensure you have appropriate clothing and a hat and sunscreen
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