The Slow Road Through the Gorge

A 7-Day Journey Into the Heart of Verdon

Sentier du garde canal, Quinson, Verdon lower gorge, lake Sainte Croix, Provence, Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur, France - Shutterstock

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In the heart of Provence lies a land of staggering beauty: the Gorges du Verdon. Often called Europe’s Grand Canyon, this 25km-long river gorge slices through limestone cliffs, with emerald waters below and vertigo-inducing views above. It’s a region where scenic drives meet clifftop villages, and kayaks drift beneath 700m-high walls.

This one-week itinerary lets you experience the full circle—by foot, road, and boat. With distances manageable by car and rewarding stops every day, this is the kind of journey that lingers long after you’ve returned home.

Would you paddle the turquoise river—or drive the cliffs high above it?

In Today’s Email:-

• The Slow Road Through the Gorge 7-Day Itinerary: Gorges du Verdon & Surroundings - his circular route blends scenic drives, canyon hikes, lakeside relaxation, and quiet village life. Each day offers a new way to experience the gorge—from above, within, and beside its turquoise waters—making it ideal for a week of exploration at a gentle pace:-

  • Day 1: Arrive in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

  • Day 2: Lac de Sainte-Croix & Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon

  • Day 3: Hike the Blanc-Martel Trail

  • Day 4: Drive the Route des Crêtes (D23 loop)

  • Day 5: Explore Castellane & water activities

  • Day 6: Pont de l’Artuby & hilltop villages

  • Day 7: Aiguines & Lac de Sainte-Croix farewell

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