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Verdon Gorges
AIGUINES
The Verdon Gorges forms the biggest canyon of Europe: it’s an area where space and vastness are mixing. In the limestone of Haute Provence plateau, the river dug a 25 km long canyon, 700 m deep in places.
The Verdon Gorges were classified in 1990. They are the object of an annual attendance estimated at more than one million visitors and have an international reputation. They are in a process of Operation Grand Site (OGS) of France since 2002.
A Grand Site is a remarkable territory (landscape, natural and cultural qualities), whose national dimension is recognized by a classification of a significant part of the territory (classification for the protection of natural monuments and sites), which welcomes a large public and is committed to a partnership approach of sustainable and coordinated management to preserve its value, attractiveness, and landscape integrity.
The objectives of an OGS are: to restore and protect the landscape, natural and cultural quality of the site; to improve the quality of the visit while respecting the site; to promote local socio-economic development while respecting the inhabitants.
The purpose of an OGS is to accompany the territory towards obtaining the "Grand Site de France" label.
Spoken languages : French,
Labels & Classifications
- Listed natural site
- Nature Reserve
- Natura 2000
- Natural inventory
- Coastal Protection Agency Area
Services
- Pets welcome
Prices
Free access
Galery
Contact
83630 - AIGUINES
Modified from 29/05/2025 by "Office de Tourisme Intercommunal Lacs et Gorges du Verdon".
Openings
All year long, subject to snow conditions
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The Sainte-Croix lake and the Galetas and the Chabassole beaches
An idyllic landscape ! The Sainte-Croix lake is the 2nd largest artificial lake of France (22 square kilometres).
Verdon Gorges Left bank - the Corniche Sublime
This route uses the roads high up on the cliffs (not along the river) and offers breathtaking views.
Aiguines
Between sky and water, this perched village dominates the calm waters of Sainte-Croix Lake as far as the eye can see. At the heart of a marvelous nature, Aiguines protects the access to the Verdon Gorges, as a motionless watcher.
Galetas Beach
An idyllic landscape !
Chabassole Beach
An idyllic landscape !
Panoramic view from the chapel of Saint-Pierre
Head to the chapel of Saint-Pierre any time of the day to enjoy the view of the Sainte-Croix lake. It is also a perfect spot to enjoy the sunset.
Panoramic view from the Col d'Illoire
First point of view on the left bank startinf from Aiguines, the col d'Illoire offers you the panorama of the Sainte-Croix lake and the Verdon gorges.
Panoramic view on the Vaumale cirque
This intense view on the Verdon will surely become your favorite!
Verdon Gorges panoramic tour
The Verdon Gorges form the biggest canyon of Europe; it's an area where space and vastness are mixing. In the limestone of Haute Provence plateau, the river dug a 50 kilometres long canyon, 700 metres deep in places.
Bridge of the Galetas
The Galetas bridge is a road bridge at the start of Sainte-Croix lake and the end of the Verdon Gorges.
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