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Basses Gorges du Verdon walks
The Lower Verdon Gorges
Visorando Member 
6.74 mi
+787 ft
-787 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Quinson (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Wonderful hike through the Lower Verdon Gorges, starting in Quinson.
Esparron-de-Verdon
Visorando Member 
3.80 mi
+663 ft
-643 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Esparron-de-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Above the lake of Esparron-de-Verdon.
Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon via the Château Chiron
Visorando Member 
4.37 mi
+331 ft
-341 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very pleasant route starting from Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon with views of the Verdon.
The lower Verdon Gorges in Artignosc
Visorando Member 
1.99 mi
+266 ft
-269 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Artignosc-sur-Verdon (Var)
A pretty walk off the beaten path. The views are breathtaking in diverse landscapes, all from the beautiful little hilltop village of Artignosc-sur-Verdon.
From the Valensole plateau to the Montpezat and Artignosc lakes
Visorando Member 
6.86 mi
+827 ft
-817 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The area of Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon stretches from the riverbanks to the Valensole plateau. What a beautiful setting for a walk amidst the blue of the lavender fields and the blue of the lakes created by the construction of the Quinson dam. And if, on top of that, the sky is at its best, what a symphony of blues!
Le Marchand de Nuages, Le Colostre and the Verdon
Visorando Member 
6.81 mi
+669 ft
-686 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike between Gréoux-les-Bains and Saint-Martin-de-Brômes, starting in the mountains, continuing through the Colostre valley and returning via a small path along the Verdon.
At the edge and on the heights of Lake Esparron
Visorando Member 
7.01 mi
+1,027 ft
-997 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien (Var) (Var)
A family hike partly along the edge of Lake Esparron with many opportunities for swimming and picnicking. The second part of the hike is mostly in the woods with views of Lake Esparron. This hike is generally very shaded.
Around Quinson - La Baume Bonne
Visorando Member 
7.62 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,050 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Quinson (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A walk around Quinson, to be done before or after a visit to the Prehistory Museum.
Gorges and chapel of Baudinard-sur-Verdon
Visorando Member 
8.03 mi
+1,545 ft
-1,529 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Baudinard-sur-Verdon (Var)
Hike along the Baudinard-sur-Verdon Gorges, on cliffs 100 to 150 m high plunging into turquoise blue water. Then return via the Museau de la Colline, offering numerous breathtaking views of the Lac de Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon, to finally arrive at the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Baudinard with its belvedere overlooking the lake. Not to mention a visit to the village of Baudinard-sur-Verdon.
The Gorges du Verdon and Lake Artignosc
Visorando Member 
3.54 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A splendid hike starting from the Château de Saint-Laurent-Du-Verdon, which is private property. Do not enter the château grounds.
You will walk along forest paths, skirting part of the Verdon Gorge and part of Lake Artignosc, as well as magnificent green meadows and fields of lavender in bloom from mid-June to mid-July.
This is an easy hike, ideal for beginners and occasional walkers
Baudinard Gorges
Visorando Member 4.01 mi
+728 ft
-758 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Baudinard-sur-Verdon (Var)
Two magnificent viewpoints over the Gorges du Verdon (downstream from Lac de Sainte-Marie).
Lower Verdon Gorges
Visorando Member 
5.95 mi
+3 ft
-3 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Quinson (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Explore the turquoise waters of the lower Verdon Gorge by canoe, kayak or electric boat.
Baudinard Gorge and Saint-Pierre Ravine
Visorando Member 
7.88 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,020 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montagnac-Montpezat (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the Baudinard Gorges and the unique colour of the Verdon with its many caves. You will climb to higher ground and enjoy numerous panoramic views: the most beautiful in the Var with its lakes, mountains, forests and dams.
Lac d'Esparron and the "Salle à Manger" site
Visorando Member 
9.70 mi
+1,532 ft
-1,529 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Esparron-de-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A circular eight-shaped loop starting from the village of Esparron-de-Verdon. A round trip takes you to the pretty site of the "Salle à Manger" in the lower Gorges du Verdon (access to water possible).
After starting on a small road, the route alternates between rocky paths and wide tracks.
There are some lovely views of the lake and glimpses of the plateaus of Provence and its lavender fields.
A circular route between Quinson and Lac d'Artignosc.
Visorando Member 
10.56 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,227 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Quinson (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A circular route between Quinson and Lac d'Artignosc, passing on both sides of the Verdon.
Walk along tracks and small paths with views of the Verdon at various points and of the villages of Quinson and Artignosc.
Return via the Baume Bonne cave and the view of the Quinson dam.
A double circular starting from Gréoux-les-Bains.
Visorando Member 
14.13 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,745 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This double circular starting from Verdon allows you to discover:
- Notre Dame des Œufs,
- the small port along Lake Esparron,
It continues with a walk along the old canal with a passage over the rocks.
Then a small beach and a path along the lake shore to the entrance to the lower Verdon Gorge.
The return journey is through the mountains with distant views of the mountains.
From Gréoux-les-Bains to Lake Esparron
Visorando Member 
10.33 mi
+1,995 ft
-1,995 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This is a long but mostly shaded hike that allows you to go swimming in Lac d'Esparron and walk alongside the old Verdon canal and its structures without having to take the road.
Some sections are tricky, particularly due to construction work. See reviews.
The Baudinard Gorges from Artignosc-sur-Verdon
Visorando Member 
10.38 mi
+164 ft
-161 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Artignosc-sur-Verdon (Var)
A magnificent and spectacular canyon lined with sheer or overhanging cliffs 100 to 150 metres high, with gaps of around ten metres. This very wild canyon forms the first part of the Lower Verdon Gorges.The rock faces are pierced by numerous caves, the entrances to which can be seen from the bed of the Verdon, where the water flows out at a temperature of between 8 and 10°C from the dam (see § Practical Information).
La Colle loop (Autour de la Colle), Esparron-de-Verdon
Tourism professional 
3.11 mi
+397 ft
-397 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Esparron-de-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
On this hike you will be rewarded with beautiful views into the village of Esparron-de-Verdon and across to the hills of the Verdon Canyon. Enjoy the flowers, butterflies and olive trees as well as an optional visit to see the village chateau and church.