Sports and Recreational Activities to Do in the Verdon

The Verdon region, spanning 39 municipalities, offers a rare variety of outdoor activities. The Gorges du Verdon—Europe’s largest canyon—attract thousands of climbers, kayakers, and hikers every year who come to test their skills on its limestone cliffs and in its turquoise waters. Lake Castillon offers an ideal setting for swimming, sailing, and water sports.

In the fall and spring, the oak, larch, and chestnut forests of the Haut-Verdon offer hiking trails and mountain bike routes for all skill levels. In winter, the peaks rising to over 2,000 meters are home to the Colle-Saint-Michel and Ratery 1700 Nordic ski areas, perfect for skiing and snowshoeing.

With professional instruction, high-quality trail markings, and equipment rentals, the Verdon offers a solid professional infrastructure to support all participants, from beginners to experts.