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Verdon (rivière) 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.
Gorges du Verdon - Sentier Blanc-Martel
8.14 mi
+3,806 ft
-4,245 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful walk up the Verdon by its bed ! A feast for the eyes from start to finish !
⚠️The Sentier Martel is not very difficult for regular walkers, but you have to be careful. However, the trickiest part is the Imbert ladders (6 ladders, 252 steps), which are difficult for hikers prone to vertigo.
The difference in altitude is overestimated. See comments at the bottom of this page
The Circuit of Bauduen
7.07 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,142 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bauduen (Var)
A very enjoyable loop on the peninsula of Bauduen alongside Lake Sainte Croix.
The Véris trail in Bauduen
4.63 mi
+686 ft
-676 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bauduen (Var)
Very nice course with beautiful views of Lake Sainte-Croix.
Circuit along the Colostre
4.79 mi
+535 ft
-522 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Brômes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This walk near Gréoux-les-Bains allows you to discover a tributary of the Verdon, the Colostre, a charming little river that flows all year round in a small, fairly steep-sided valley. Also on the programme are an oppidum and the magnificent village of Saint-Martin-de-Brômes.
Esparron-de-Verdon
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.
From the Valensole plateau to the Montpezat and Artignosc lakes
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
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
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
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.
Our Lady of the Rock
3.08 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,076 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Through Castellane and along shaded paths, visit the famous and renowned Notre Dame du Roc.
The Grand Margès round trip
5.16 mi
+2,448 ft
-2,428 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aiguines (Var)
The climb up the Grand Margès is challenging. The round trip means you don't need two vehicles. At the summit, the panoramic view of the Lac de Sainte-Croix, the Issioule ridges, the Verdon Gorge and even the Alps is magnificent.
Robion Tower
Association / Club / Walk leader
10.53 mi
+2,484 ft
-2,487 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent hike overlooking the Verdon. Very little traffic.
Tour of Gréoux-les-Bains
7.71 mi
+794 ft
-810 ft
4h 15
Easy
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy walk that will take you from the banks of the Verdon to the heights overlooking Gréoux-les-Bains
The Gorges du Verdon and Lake Artignosc
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
Lac de Sainte-Croix - Tour de Bauduen
9.66 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,460 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Les Salles-sur-Verdon (Var)
Here I suggest a variation on a route in Bauduen that is already on the site. The start is more easily accessible for hikers coming from the north. This variation also avoids the rocky area to the north-west of the route while offering beautiful views of Lake Sainte-Croix.
Baudinard Gorges
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).
The Samson Corridor tunnels and the Trescaïre towers
1.74 mi
+2,254 ft
-2,254 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Rougon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This round trip route takes you to the Samson Corridor, which marks the entrance to the Grand Canyon. It will take you through the tunnels of the Blanc-Martel trail to the Trescaïre viewpoint.The trail follows the Blanc-Martel trail, but is much more accessible and offers a unique experience thanks to the tunnels.The indicated elevation gain, calculated automatically, is incorrect.See the practical information section for details of the minimum equipment required.
Lower Verdon Gorges
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.
Lac d'Esparron and the "Salle à Manger" site
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.
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.
Gréoux-les-Bains - Les Maurras - Notre-Dame des Oeufs
11.21 mi
+1,752 ft
-1,755 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This circular walk, which follows some of the classic trails of Gréoux and some lesser-known paths, will take you from Gréoux-les-Bains to the hamlet of Maurras via a forgotten hamlet. On the way back, you will climb up to the Notre-Dame des Oeufs Chapel and from there to the pylons overlooking Gréoux, from where you will return to your starting point.
Circular of the Adroit Canal in Colmars-les-Alpes
2.55 mi
+489 ft
-495 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the Adroit Canal in Colmars-les-Alpes. This pleasant walk follows the route of the old Adroit Canal on the slopes of the Gardette mountain. You will enjoy superb views of the valley, the town and the fortifications of Colmars.
Throughout the route, information panels offer drawing activities with useful tips and, as a bonus, lots of details about the fauna, flora and history of this canal.
The banks of the Verdon at Vinon-sur-Verdon
4.56 mi
+194 ft
-200 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The walk takes you close to the lower Verdon, which has been transformed from a torrent into a river, and then to the promontory of the old Vinon castle, of which only the commanding view and a few stones remain.
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.
Gorges du Verdon – Blanc-Martel Trail via the Estellier footbridge
8.47 mi
+4,154 ft
-4,993 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent hike starting from the Chalet de la Maline, following the Verdon riverbed upstream to the road at Saut du Baou (Couloir Samson car park), with two short extensions: one towards the superb Estellier footbridge, downstream at the foot of La Maline at the start of the route, and the other towards the beautiful Verdon/Artuby confluence at La Mescla.
Tête de la Sestrière and the sources of the Verdon
6.62 mi
+2,592 ft
-2,592 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Near the Sestrière hut, discover the sources of the Verdon. Once at the summit, enjoy magnificent views of the Grande Séolane, the Blanche du Laverq, Allos and Ubaye valleys.
The north-facing slope of Vinon-sur-Verdon
3.07 mi
+499 ft
-499 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Vinon-sur-Verdon (Var)
A walk on the shaded north-facing slope overlooking Vinon, making it a good choice for a summer’s day. The route is not signposted, so it is best to have a GPS or the Visorando app.
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.
Montagne de Robion via the Saint-Trophime Chapel
9.09 mi
+3,904 ft
-3,907 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Castellane (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike that takes us to the Saint-Trophime Chapel and the summit for a view of the entire Verdon and the Pre-Alps.
From one hamlet to another from La Baumelle
Tourist office
4.16 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,260 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely circular route passing through the hamlets of Val d'Allos le Village
Lac des Grenouilles from Val d'Allos - La Foux
3.65 mi
+889 ft
-912 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Starting from the Val d'Allos - La Foux resort, you can follow the route that takes you to this pretty little mountain lake, surrounded by larch trees.
Bastidon Trail
10.06 mi
+3,169 ft
-3,143 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This trail contrasts the scorching heath of the Verdon with the cool, shady forest on the north-facing slopes of Barbin; you will walk through a wild and magnificent landscape.
Issole Forest and Deux Saints Rock Circular Walk
8.84 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,322 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-les-Alpes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely walk through the Issole State Forest, planted with magnificent pine trees. Then, after skirting Lake Castillon, cross the bridge spanning the Verdon to make a detour to a small peak known as Les Deux Saints, which offers a stunning panorama of the Verdon valley and the lake.Throughout the hike, the gradient is gentle, on a path that is very easy on the joints and which occasionally alternates with a forest track, both of which are always very well signposted. Only the final climb to Les Deux Saints is steeper.
From Gréoux-les-Bains to Saint-Martin-de-Brômes
11.88 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,152 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
From Gréoux-les-Bains to Saint-Martin-de-Brômes via the plateau for views of the mountains, and back via the viewpoint for views of Gréoux-les-Bains and the Esparron-de-Verdon Lake dam.
The Sources du Verdon and the Cabane de la Sestrière
1.90 mi
+620 ft
-620 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the Sources du Verdon, finishing at the Cabane de la Sestrière.
From Gréoux-les-Bains to Vinon-sur-Verdon via the ridge and back via the plain
11.69 mi
+689 ft
-686 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
From Gréoux-les-Bains to Vinon-sur-Verdon, a circular walk with a section along the ridges offering views of the Durance and Verdon valleys through gaps in the forest, a walk through the old village of Vinon-sur-Verdon
and a return journey through the Verdon Valley.
La Foux D’Allos – Refuge de l’Estrop
4.20 mi
+2,215 ft
-1,276 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Thefirst stage of this two-day route. An easy day’s walk to get you properly warmed up for the next day’s stage. The ascent of the Baisse de l’Auriac is gentle. At the pass, there’s a magnificent view of the Tête de l’Auriac, the Bléone valley and the Mercantour.
Ondres
4.52 mi
+906 ft
-902 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Thorame-Haute (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent to and visit to Ondres, a small picturesque village belonging to Thorame-Haute.
The Baudinard Gorges from Artignosc-sur-Verdon
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).
From Allos to Colmars via the Autapie ridge
7.35 mi
+659 ft
-4,324 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike starting from the Gros Tapi chairlift terminus. A ridge walk offering constantly stunning and unforgettable panoramic views of the Haut Verdon mountain ranges. An easy route with a final descent to Colmars through the forest on signposted paths. Best undertaken in summer whilst the chairlifts are operating.
From Trigance to the Verdon
7.95 mi
+1,808 ft
-1,808 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Trigance (Var)
Hike starting from the beautiful village of Trigance and leading to a viewpoint overlooking the Gorges du Verdon.The circular route follows marked GR® or PR® paths for almost its entire length.
Rougon via the bridges of Carajuan, Sautet and Tusset, passing through Trigance
12.36 mi
+3,107 ft
-3,130 ft
8h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Rougon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful circular loop for admiring the Gorges du Verdon in a more intimate way and from different viewpoints. Sumptuous panoramic views of the Grand Canyon and Colle de Breïs and, of course, Point Sublime. A challenging route, well suited to trail runners: it climbs for most of the route but with a reasonable gradient. Then comes a short but fairly steep descent, which proved less difficult than it looked.
Two-day circular to Mont Pelat and Le Cimet
23.72 mi
+7,982 ft
-7,989 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent, challenging and breathtaking two-day circular route in the heart of the Mercantour National Park, starting from the village of Allos. The route passes by Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich, and the Bois de Vacheresse. You will set out to climb two peaks over 3,000 metres high: Mont Pelat (3,051 metres) and Le Cimet (3,020 metres), from which you will enjoy 360° panoramic views of the national park.
Route of the two castles starting from the Gréoux-les-Bains thermal baths
4.57 mi
+548 ft
-545 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike offers beautiful panoramic views of the Verdon valley. The route passes through the beautiful Château Laval park, reaches the Château des Templiers and the historic centre with its beautiful, typical narrow streets, and ends at the lively Rue Grande.
The ruins of Pujol and the banks of the Verdon, starting from Gréoux-les-Bains
4.15 mi
+351 ft
-322 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gréoux-les-Bains (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A pleasant and easy circular hike in Gréoux-les-Bains, a medieval Provençal village well known for its Roman baths. Starting from Cité Paradis, the route climbs up to Château Laval, leads to the Pujol ruins, runs along the banks of the Verdon, crosses Morelon Park and returns to the starting point via the centre of Gréoux-les-Bains.
Muletiers Trail in Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon
2.50 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,152 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This is a lovely walk starting from the village of Sainte Croix; it is short and easy, offering superb views over the largest lake in the Lower Verdon. You’ll enjoy unobstructed views for most of the route.
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.