Top Things to do in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Discover the best top things to do in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France including Gorges du Verdon, Parc Naturel Regional du Verdon, Lac d'Allos, Reserve Biologique des Monts d'Azur, Lac des Sagnes, Baou de Saint Jeannet, Le Petit Port, Gorges de la Meouge, Cascade de la Lance, Rocher de la Baume.
Restaurants in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
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. Parc Naturel Regional du Verdon
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5.0 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By Kathy1186 - Amelia Island, United States
This is the highest gorge in Europe and is an absolutely amazing drive. If you don't like heights or switchback roads go with caution, but the views are absolutely worth the drive up.
3. Lac d'Allos
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5.0 based on 366 reviews
The most important natural lake in Europe, in the heart of national park
4. Reserve Biologique des Monts d'Azur
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4.5 based on 510 reviews
5. Lac des Sagnes
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
6. Baou de Saint Jeannet
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4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By jefsoul - Nice, France
A great hike up the BAOU, with sea view... On a sunny day you may start in the morning and you will be on the sunny side all along... Form the TOP, BREATHTAKING VIEW over the sea... The surroundings are also very very beautiful with a Rocky Nature with a few trees here and there... A great place to either test your heart or just enjoy life and a sandwitch in the middle of a clean nature... Great place to relax, meditate or simply enjoy the scenery !!! Have fun, and BREATHE...
7. Le Petit Port
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4.5 based on 113 reviews
Welcome to Petit Port! Boat and paddle to the village of Sainte-Croix du Verdon ...For the 15th consecutive year, our team will be happy to welcome you at Le Petit Port located in the village of Sainte-Croix lake in the Verdon Verdon. We offer rides's pedal and electric boats without license 4-5 and 7 seats for a magnificent discovery of the lake.
Reviewed By Henryauszurich - Zurich, Switzerland
Yeah, it was unbelievable experience. Rather hot, but Verdon is sooo beautiful! Highly recommend to take an electro boat here and have a nice ride)
