Lac d'AllosLac d'Allos
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It’s no surprise that Europe’s largest canyon offers exceptional views. However, we beat other records! Follow the guide, the Verdon Tourism team reveals them to you! Be careful, you will be amazed !

1.

The Verdon Gorges are the largest canyon in Europe

Gorges du VerdonGorges du Verdon plus grand canyon d'Europe
©Gorges du Verdon plus grand canyon d'Europe |Loïc Lagarde
    Lac d'AllosLac d'Allos
    ©Lac d'Allos|Philippe Murtas Photographe

      2.

      The Lac d’Allos is the largest natural high altitude lake in Europe -2230 m

      3.

      The Castillon Dam is home to the world’s largest sundial

      Barrage de Castillon Cadran solaireBarrage de Castillon Cadran solaire
      ©Barrage de Castillon Cadran solaire |Mathieu Simoulin Verdon Pictures - Barrage de Castillon cadran solaire
        Mont Pelat (c) Noëmi Bonnet
        ©Noëmi Bonnet

          4.

          Mount Pelat is the highest peak of the Verdon-3050m

          5.

          The Chataigneraie de Méailles is the highest in France

          chataignes-braux-2020-10-270018.jpgChataignier
          ©Chataignier |Philippe Murtas Photographe

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