Summer vacations in the mountains often go hand in hand with a quest for disconnection, and here are 3 sites perfect for taking in the sights:
The Saint-Véran - Paul Felenbok observatory, in the municipality of Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes), is Europe's highest astronomical observatory. Located on the peak of Château Renard, at an altitude of 2,930 meters, it allows you to observe the stars in the immensity of the Alpine sky, far from urban light pollution, but very close to the sheep and marmots that can be seen in the mountain pastures you have to cross before accessing this place, which will fascinate apprentice astronauts.
The Aiguille du Midi offers a 360° view of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Accessible by cable car from Chamonix, it provides access to a summit terrace with a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc and, at 3,777 meters, has been a major site in the Alps for 60 years with its wealth of tourist attractions: