Top Things to do in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
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Discover the best top things to do in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France including Gorges du Verdon, Gorges du Cians, Tete de Chien, Clue de Barles, Gorges de Trevans, Calanques, Colorado Provencal, Les Gorges de Regalon, Gorges de la Nesque, Rocher de Vitrolles.
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1. Gorges du Verdon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,811 reviews
Europe's only grand canyon.
Reviewed By B_Brierley - London, United Kingdom
We visited for 1 day in August 2020, and even in the height of summer with many other tourists, this was still an incredible experience. We arrived at La Base Nautique de l'Etoile which is the closest pedalo/kayak rental to the Gorge opening (on the left bank when looking at the Gorge) at 8:45am and joined the already formed queue of people (opens at 9am). We rented a pedalo for 40Euros for 2 hours - this allowed us to pedal as far as the Gorges allows (in terms of signposts, not in terms of ability) and enjoy some swimming while docked at the side before heading back. We could have used more time to relax and just enjoy. Arriving that early in the morning affords you some quieter time in the Gorge, even in summer, before it gets really filled up with boats/people. Due to our next stop, we ended up driving the D952 to Castellane by total chance which turned out to be one of our TOP drives of all time - just stunning and highly recommended.
2. Gorges du Cians
3. Tete de Chien
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By scotthS3053ND - Danvers, United States
Twisty ride, but some of the best views in the Cote d'Azur. Stunning views of Monaco all the way to Italy.
4. Clue de Barles
5. Gorges de Trevans
6. Calanques
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,961 reviews
Reviewed By SarahKraus - Edmonton, Canada
We had 2 boat tours cancelled for bad weather so we braved the rain and wind and hiked from Cassis to Port Pin Calanque and went for a swim! 2.5 hours of parking was enough for us to do it all. Beautiful, peaceful bay. Very calming.
7. Colorado Provencal
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4.5 based on 1,722 reviews
The Colorado Provencal is a former ocher quarry . Indeed, the first sod it was given in 1871. The last wash of ocher was held in 1993 with Roger Arnaud.The Colorado website The site is part of the private domain, both the Mayor of Rustrel and some 150 owners , heirs of ocher! Fully shaped by the hand of ocher workers. Thus you will discover the working face, basins, pipes conveying water, motors. These are all remnants of an industrial past . The association Colorado Provencal Rustrel The combination of the Provencal Colorado Rustrel is manager of this exceptional site. Ranked under the 1930 Act of Historical Monuments . This is why the association is located on two marked trails throughout the year.
Reviewed By PhilippeF1149
A relatively easy trekking experience amidst beautiful ochre colors. The vistas are what postcards are made of. Note that you have to be in adequate physical shape to visit the site. It's not a demanding exercise, but there are several inclines that can - literally - take your breath away. Also, good shoes are in order.
8. Les Gorges de Regalon
9. Gorges de la Nesque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By 475ricke - Roussillon, France
A regular visit for me, as a local cyclist. The best views are to be had from the viewpoint at the highest point of the gorge, a few km west of Monieux. A must see if you are in the area. Make sure you meet the tame "wild boars", also at the viewpoint, not to mention their fascinating guardian, a retired Texan gentleman, who lives in the house opposite the viewpoint. A very well travelled man, he has decided to spend his later years here, with neither internet, television or electricity, and only shortwave radio to keep abreast of news. He is often at the viewpoint, happy to talk to visitors about his life, and of course his boars, which he neither sells, nor eats! Note that the gorge is long, and will talk a half hour or more to travel its length by car. If you are visiting from the Sault end, you may wish to turn back early, as the gorge is most impressive at the viewpoint, and becomes less interesting the further west you go (in my opinion).
