Aerial activities in the Verdon

Flying ULM (Ultra-light motorized aircraft)

Flying over gorges and lakes, a unique feeling of freedom

Looking for a unique experience in the air? ULM (Ultra-Light Motorized) flights are an exciting alternative to paragliding. Climb aboard a gyrocopter or autogyro, equipped with your suit, helmet and radio, to discover the skies of Intense Verdon. Settled into an open cockpit, after a technical briefing and gentle takeoff, all you have to do is savor the exceptional 360° panorama! Feel the wind and the speed on your face, while staying in constant contact with the pilot, a native of the valley who will guide you through the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.

If you’d like to try a microlight flight over the Gorges du Verdon, Air Baptême Verdon takes off from Barrême, a small village nestled in the heart of an unspoilt valley near Castellane. Gliding through the air, you’ll fly over the Grand Canyon du Verdon to Lac de Sainte-Croix.

Take to the skies over the Gorges du Verdon

Between land and water

Do you know what a glider is? Gliders are motorless aircraft designed for gliding. They use rising air currents to maintain or increase their altitude. Gliders offer a calm and serene experience in the skies. Enjoy the magic of the Verdon landscape between Lac de Sainte Croix and Lac de Castillon, home to the Gorges du Verdon. You’ll be flying at a regulation height of around 300 m above the ground. This flight will give you a panoramic view of the Gorges du Verdon, a canyon carved out by the Verdon river separating the Pre-Alps of Castellane from the Pre-Alps of Digne-les-Bains. From Barrême with Air Baptême Verdon or from Vinon-sur-Verdon with Association Aéronautique Verdon Alpilles (AAVA), enjoy a sensational experience.

Experience a hot-air balloon ride

For a peaceful moment in the air

Take to the skies of Verdon for an adventure flight from the Parc du Verdon, one of the region’s natural wonders. Aboard your hot-air balloon, soar over the endless Provencal landscape, with the Alps looming on the horizon. This unique experience is accessible to all ages, giving you the opportunity to experience a magical and unforgettable moment. Departing from Puimoisson, explore the skies aboard Aéronefs et Aérostats de Provence, with the added bonus of an aperitif based on local produce concocted by Tom, the talented pilot. You can also choose to depart from Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, a village and city of character, adorned with the prestigious title of most beautiful village in France.

Take the plunge from the Artuby bridge

Fancy a daring bungee jump?

In the heart of the Gorges du Verdon, between the charming towns of Aiguines and Trigance, a daring experience awaits you on the famous Artuby bridge. Perched at an impressive 182 metres above sea level, this emblematic location offers an exceptional view of the imposing landscape, which combines limestone cliffs, hills and vegetated ridges. It’s here that you’ll have the opportunity to experience Europe’s highest practicable bungee jump, an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Provence, pushing back your limits. Visualize yourself plunging into the void from this legendary bridge, feeling the excitement rise up inside you, all the while being supervised by experienced and passionate professionals. The Artuby site’s warm welcome, detailed briefing and full equipment guarantee a safe experience. Dare to go bungee jumping near Marseille from this mythical bridge, and experience a sensational adventure in the heart of the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur region!