Stay and sleep in and around the Gorges du Verdon

Where to stay or sleep in and around the Verdon Gorges?

To stay and sleep, here is a list by villages which will allow you to directly request the places that interest you in the Gorges du Verdon.

ROUGON

Our preference obviously goes to the small village of Rougon, perched on its little eagle’s nest, overlooking the Couloir Sanson and Point Sublime.

Bastidon du Baou and Les Griolets

You will stay with Thierry and Nadine in their two 16th century country houses. Clear view, tranquility and isolation.

Auberge du Point Sublime

A family inn that has existed for three generations, it has been there since tourism first appeared in the 1930s. 

AIGUINES

Overlooking the lake of Sainte Croix, you are at the end of the Gorges du Verdon, Provence is in full swing.

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Breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon from the hotel terrace, unforgettable breakfasts. 20 minutes from Aiguines from Lake Sainte Croix.

Campasun Camping de l’Aigle

Perched above the Lake of Sainte-Croix, superb view from this place 5 minutes walk from the village. 

AUPS

Stay and sleep in a small town of 2000 inhabitants, calm of Provence, truffles and olive oil.

Campasun Camping International d’Aups 

On the edge of the city, its calm, its swimming pool …

CASTELLANE

The village enjoys good entertainment in summer, especially on market days, Wednesday and Thursday.

At the Sirènes Campsite and at the Bistrot du Col

It is by arriving from Digne, at the Col des Lèques that Stéphane and his team awaits you. Charming little campsite at 1200 meters above sea level. It is possible to pitch the tent under the larches or enjoy the magnificent view from its brand new bungalows! On the bistro side, Stéphane offers, among other things, an exceptional pork cheek and a mix of Belgian beers.

Bnb Castellane

You will be at home. Petra and Leo are very kind and speak several languages.

Camping

At the entrance to the hamlet of La Colle, at Véronique and Edmond’s. You will find peace and nature for real! There is even a small stream, donkeys, ponies …

ESPARRON

In the low gorges of Verdon, not far from Gréoux-les-Bains, Mediterranean atmosphere. It’s like being on the coast, the world less.

Cheap and very welcoming family campsite, there are all the services you need to make your vacation a success.

LES ISSAMBRES – ROQUEBRUNE SUR ARGENS

The Mediterranean coast is only an hour from the Verdon!

au paradis des campeurs

Close to Sainte Maxime and Saint Tropez, a 4-star campsite with direct access to one of the most beautiful beaches on the Côte d’Azur; La Gaillarde beach.

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Transverdon with MTB. Allos pass to Gréoux-les-bains

The transverdon with MBT

The Transverdon, only for the braves !! 3 – 2 – 1 – GO !! to your bikes !! 260 km, certified by the French Cycling Federation, La Transverdon is one of the 10 largest mountain bike crossings in France!

The route begins at the sources of Verdon, met at the Allos Pass at 2247 m altitude. A particularly Alpine, sporty and demanding route that crosses the mountains and joins the lakes of altitude. Thereafter, starting from Saint-André, with the entry in the Natural Park of the Verdon, one joins Castellane, Chasteuil, Rougon, Moustier Sainte-Marie and Gréoux-les-bains by remounting old forgotten roads. A second part more Mediterranean or it will always be good to refresh yourself in the beautiful lakes of Verdon if you start from the month of June.

A course divided into 15 sections

The course is divided into 15 sections plus an annex (from Barcelonette to the Col d’Allos and one at the arrival of Gréoux les Bains to Manosque). Perfectly identifiable, these sections are linked in the order you want, it is also easy to find accommodation on the course.

Here’s how we linked 15 sections of the transverdon in 5 days. First three days in the fall, followed by two more in June of the following year:

Day 1 / Allos Pass – Colmars les Alpes (sections 1 and 2) We start by crossing a magnificent forest of larches, the day will be tough for both the driver and the machine.

Day 2 / Colmars the Alps – Thorame Basse (sections 3, 4 and 5) The most difficult day I think, we find ourselves pushing the bike on very steep slopes … Black runs in winter .. The arrival at Lake Lignin is sublime.

Day 3 / Thorame Basse – Castellane (sections 6, 7 and 8) It goes down! Not quite … Beautiful views of Lake Castillon from Blaron. Personally very tired after these three days, I am very happy to put the transverdon in pause until next June

Day 4 / Castellane – Moustiers Sainte-Marie (sections 9, 10 and 11)
We resume the course in June with the first beautiful days so much so that the heat made us suffer a little.

Day 5 / Moustiers Sainte-Marie – Gréoux-les-Bains (sections 12, 13, 14 and 15) With much less height difference than in the first sections, the course of 4 sections is still very long

It is strongly recommended to train beforehand on the course of Castellane can be ..

 

 The Funny Helmets

Sports activities and outdoor sport in the Verdon

VERDON XP & The Funny Helmets offers exclusively water activities, especially white water activities. However, it is good to know that the Verdon valley offers multiple possibilities in nature sports and outdoor sports activities. Escape in the Verdon area!

 

Cycling, mountain biking & VTAE

Fifteen signposted routes starting from Castellane which is also the crossroads of the Routes du Soleil and the Transverdon (itinerary along the Verdon). Two mythical routes that require several days of expedition. Those who prefer road tours are also served since this mountainous region offers multiple possibilities. The road of the gorges which leads to Moustiers or the Col d’Allos for the most daring.

Even if we are only in the Pre-Alps, the relief remains demanding. Also, it is armed with a good physical shape that you will have to face the various courses decorated with stony ways. In order to lower the degree of difficulty, many people have joined the VTAE formula. With the same physical effort, the VTAE also allows you to cover much greater distances in the same time.

 

Hiking

Hiking for some, trekking for others, the Verdon is a walker’s paradise. In summer, the frequentation is concentrated on the Grand Canyon where the Sentier Martel on the right bank and the Sentier de l’Imbut on the left bank allow to explore two thirds of it. Further up the valley, we enter the Mercantour National Park. The lake of Allos, the massif of the three bishoprics…  The rest of the year, you can enjoy the courses too exposed to the sun in summer.

 

Paragliding

Saint André les Alpes has a first class flying site, as a proof, it regularly organizes world cup rounds. If you have never flown before, no problem, you will always find an instructor at the sailing school to take you on a tandem flight.

The site of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie also offers similar activities.

 

Bungee jumping

The jump from the Artuby bridge! 182m! Unique in the region! Be careful, this activity is only available on weekends, beware, availability is very limited.
Take advantage of a 10% discount with our promotional code. Reservation to be made directly on the company’s website but call us beforehand to get your code.

 

Sports activities Ski

The resort of La Foux d’Allos dominates the Verdon valley since the Verdon river has its source near the Col d’Allos. 180 km of slopes are divided between la Foux d’Allos and Praloup when the link is open. A little below is the resort of Seignus. A more modest resort but with very good slopes capable of hosting international competitions.  This resort also has the advantage of being more accessible from the entrance of the valley.

 

Sports activities Climbing

The cliffs of the Grand Canyon du Verdon are famous all over the world. Patrick Edlinger, the famous climber was the best ambassador. The Grand Canyon includes climbing on the left bank as well as on the right bank on more than 25 km! There are more than 2500 voices among which several are more than 400 meters long. The quality of the limestone is said to be exceptional.

 

Sports activities Canyoning

We recommend that you embark with the Canyoning Sud-Est team. Mathieu will guide you through the great diversity of the canyons of the Verdon region. But also in the Alpes Maritimes department and more widely, in the whole south-east of France.

For more nature sports and activities, call us!