Baudinard Gorges

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Two magnificent viewpoints over the Gorges du Verdon (downstream from Lac de Sainte-Marie).

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 4.01 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 30 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 728 ft
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    Descent: - 758 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,965 ft
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    Lowest point: 1,325 ft
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Description of the walk

There is a very convenient car park on the side of the D71, before the junction with the D9.

(S/E) The start is behind the water tank. Be careful not to get caught up in the GR®. Take the yellow markings opposite. The descent is gentle with pleasant scenery, but there is no shade. Arrive at the GRP®.

(1) Turn right to follow it, following the yellow and red markings, and you will arrive at a fork.

(2) Leave the GRP® and head down towards the lake. The descent to the lake is necessary to cool off.
Swimming is possible but the water is cool and access is a little tricky.

(3) Return to the GRP®.

(2) Turn left and continue along a sheltered path with breathtaking views of the Verdon.

(4) Pass a first viewpoint marked by a wooden barrier: vertigo guaranteed. Continue on to a belvedere overlooking the Sainte-Croix Dam and the bridge, where you can enjoy the landscape one last time.

(5) Continue south on theGRP® to reach the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,890 ft - Car park on the side of the D71
  2. 1 : mi 1.42 - alt. 1,549 ft - GRP junction
  3. 2 : mi 1.65 - alt. 1,378 ft - Descent to the lake. Return trip.
  4. 3 : mi 1.71 - alt. 1,325 ft - Shore of Lake Montpezat
  5. 4 : mi 2.21 - alt. 1,381 ft - Viewpoint - Verdon (rivière)
  6. 5 : mi 3.49 - alt. 1,690 ft - Belvedere
  7. S/E : mi 4.01 - alt. 1,890 ft - Car park on the side of the D71

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
User 9295840

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 17, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We made the most of a lovely autumn’s day to go on this lovely family walk. The walk is listed as taking 2 hours 30 minutes, but we completed it in 2 hours 5 minutes. There are no difficult sections on this route, and I’d rate it as ‘easy’ rather than ‘moderate’. All this to say that it’s ideal for families with children. There are lovely views of the gorges and the surrounding area. There are some shaded sections along part of the route, but not the whole way, so do take care in summer. A lovely walk that I’d highly recommend.

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jmb4269
jmb4269

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 28, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Walk taken on 24/09/26:
A lovely little walk through the Baudinard Gorges with a stunning view of the Verdon halfway through. As mentioned in other reviews, I’d recommend sticking to the intended direction for this walk.

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User 31004234

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 08, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk, very well signposted

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User 21589135

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 16, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A walk I did in July; not too busy. It’s best to follow the route in the direction indicated to avoid a 2.5 km climb up a sunny path towards the end. That said, the views of the gorges and the dam aren’t anything special. A short, leisurely stroll.

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dauphinois
dauphinois

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 08, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk with lovely views of the gorges. I recommend following the suggested route so that you tackle the least interesting part at the start and avoid having to walk back up a long, very sunny slope.

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DENISFRAN
DENISFRAN

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 17, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

As this route is short, we started with a circular route that sets off from the same car park and leads to the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Baudinard. It’s very easy and well worth a visit. The two circular loops cover a total of 11km with 360m of elevation gain. We then headed to Lake Montpezat, where we had a picnic. We finished with the gorges, which are magnificent. However, I’d advise skipping the final viewpoint at point 5, as it’s not worth it and adds unnecessary elevation gain.
Done in mid-April, this route is full of flowers and the heat is bearable, but be careful during the summer months as there is very little shade

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Jobi83
Jobi83

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 28, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hike completed on 1 March.
A relatively easy hike with some beautiful views!

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User 1496547

Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 13, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

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User 1207248

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 29, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant fitness walk with magnificent views.

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La Barunle
La Barunle

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 24, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Beautiful walks

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SOUCHARDERIC
SOUCHARDERIC

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely, easy hike with beautiful views and the option to visit the lake halfway through the hike
Easy parking at the start

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BLB
BLB

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 27, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

The circuit takes us above the Baudinard Gorges, offering excellent views of the gorge and providing opportunities to take beautiful photographs.

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User 18250632

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very parish specific to Brittany hike. Done in the opposite direction. Nice

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User 19203066

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful loop with a well-marked trail. Great views of the gorges and access to the lake shore.

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pepinet
pepinet

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 20, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely short hike under the blazing sun, which made the climb a bit tough, but the view was stunning.

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