Kayaking/Canoe Rental at Lake Sainte-Croix
2 hours | Moderate | Per boat rental price; allows paddling up into the gorge
Things to do
Things to do in Gorges du Verdon
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Quick answer
Start with Kayaking/Canoe Rental at Lake Sainte-Croix, Hiking the Martel Trail (Sentier Blanc-Martel), Scenic Drive along Route des Crêtes (D23). Then use the full Gorges du Verdon guide to compare travel tips, reach details, and nearby stays.
Explore things to do in Gorges du Verdon in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, including listed activities, hidden gems, photo spots, and practical trip notes.
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Hiking the Martel Trail (Sentier Blanc-Martel)
6 hours | Hard | Challenging hike along the bottom of the canyon; requires headlamps for tunnels
Scenic Drive along Route des Crêtes (D23)
2 hours | Easy | Free scenic loop road offering spectacular viewpoints
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Good first tap
Kayak or paddleboard into the massive limestone cliffs of the canyon from the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte-Croix.
Travel tip
Start early (before 9:00 AM) to rent kayaks at the Galetas Bridge; lines can exceed 2 hours in summer.
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