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Canal 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.
At the edge and on the heights of Lake Esparron
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.
The historic centre of Aix-en-Provence
4.31 mi
+72 ft
-98 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Aix-en-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A family outing, a cultural outing, an architectural outing... and a culinary outing if you like! Fountains, cathedrals, churches, museums, theatres, hotels, squares and other attractions... The main things to discover when you come to Aix-en-Provence, a city of water, art, history and well-being!
Discover the canals and forest at the small pass
3.40 mi
+262 ft
-262 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Venelles (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A circular loop in the communal forest, where you will encounter the canals that irrigate Provence. You will test the echo in an access gallery to the current canal, reach the small pass, and return via the old canal. You will also discover the Parrouvier fir trees, which are exceptional at such a low altitude and regenerate naturally.
Above Jaillans via the Col Alexandre
6.47 mi
+751 ft
-751 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Jaillans (Drôme)
A very beautiful family hike with stunning views of the Monts du Matin and Montagne Mussan.
A circular route between Quinson and Lac d'Artignosc.
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.
Around Marinas, the Chinese Camp from Meyrargues
7.26 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,148 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Meyrargues (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Easy walk on little-used tracks and paths.
Tour of the island of Ouessant
20.55 mi
+646 ft
-650 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Ouessant (Finistère)
This hike takes you around the island located furthest to the west of mainland France.You’ll discover its many lighthouses, its sparse vegetation, its rocks, and more.There is a special atmosphere.
A double circular starting from Gréoux-les-Bains.
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.
Collet Blanc circular starting from Venelles
6.66 mi
+623 ft
-646 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Venelles (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A very pleasant, easy route through the Collet Blanc forest in Venelles. With little elevation gain, most of the hike is through the woods, which is pleasant in summer. There are so many paths that you can easily shorten or lengthen the hike to suit your preferences.
Lovely view of Sainte-Victoire from the small pass of Collet Blanc.
From Gréoux-les-Bains to Lake Esparron
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.
Short Cézanne Route of Aix-en-Provence
2.20 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Aix-en-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
If you have limited time to visit the centre of Aix-en-Provence, this route, organised and recommended by the Tourist Office, allows you to see the main highlights.This circular route starts at the Tourist Office, located just a stone’s throw from an easily accessible car park.
Cycling along the Verdon Canal, between Puyricard and Le Grand Saint-Jean
12.73 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Aix-en-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
An almost flat cycle route, ideal for a leisurely ride. A pleasant, shaded route running alongside the canal where the water flows gently, passing through wooded areas and offering magnificent views of the Aix countryside.
Balcon du Lac d'Esparron
5.19 mi
+863 ft
-827 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Julien (Var) (Var)
This is a very pleasant walk, with no real difficulty, offering views of Lake Esparron for most of the route. You can enjoy superb scenery as you climb up onto the plateau. There is a chance to swim if you follow the lake shore.