Let's discover the "Gorges du Verdon" !
Hello, everyone! Today I'm going to show you the unavoidable places in the Alps of High Provence. Indeed, between Provence and the mountains, this department abounds in very varied landscapes. The first tourist place to see absolutely is the Verdon's Gorges. It is a huge canyon dug by the river Verdon. You could practise many nautical activities such as canyoning, rafting, pedal boats, canoeing, etc... You will also be able to swim in the two lakes very well known for their fresh and turquoise water: the Esparron lake and the Sainte-Croix lake. These are unique landscapes between water, hills, and mountains, which attract many tourists every summer. The Verdon's Gorges Sainte-Croix lake Esparron lake The Verdon's Gorges are only 1:30 away from Aix-en-Provence by car, so you can go there for the day or for the weekend! Moreover, the road is really beautiful and you can even stop en route at Sillans-la-Cascade, to admire the famous 42 me...