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This part of our Intense Verdon region reveals a perfect balance between unspoilt nature and historical heritage. Steeped in Provençal charm, this destination features lavender fields, hilltop villages and olive groves. You’ll have the opportunity to experience extraordinary adventures, from water sports to panoramic hikes. Lively markets reveal the wealth of local gastronomy. Between the Luberon and the Durance rivers, this region invites you to relax and marvel.

Ici c’est autre chose que loin c’est ailleurs, … {Jean Giono}

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Verdon Mysterythe very first puzzle game

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Verdon Croisieres Lac Desparron De Verdon Respect

Verdon cruisesdiscover Lake Esparron-de-Verdon by electric boat

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Local produce and craftsin high Provence

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The villages

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Quinson

Nestled in the hills and bordered by the sparkling waters of Lac de Quinson, this Provencal village exudes tranquility and authenticity. Its narrow streets and stone facades bear witness to a rich past, while the enchanting scents of lavender and rosemary enchant the senses. Between lively conversations in the shady squares and peaceful strolls along the riverbanks, Quinson offers a charming refuge where harmony with nature is combined with the Provencal way of life.

Quinson

Situated amphitheatrically between the limestone cliffs and the Verdon river, the village was built in the 15th century around a solid defensive rampart with 7 crenellated towers and two fortified gates.
Once situated on the rocky outcrop overlooking the valley and …

Esparron de Verdon

The picturesque village of Esparron-de-Verdon emerges like an unspoilt jewel from a wilderness setting. Its stone houses with red-tiled roofs huddle against the mountain slopes, offering a breathtaking panorama of the azure lake that stretches out at its feet. Esparron-de-Verdon embodies the very essence of Provençal charm, inviting visitors to lose themselves in its enchanting landscapes.

Esparron de Verdon

This village is built on the slope of two hills separated by a torrent and close to the right bank of the Verdon. The seigniorial castle, listed as a historical monument, features a 13th-century square keep with crenellations and corner arches. View the village …

Valensole

Valensole, land of light and lavender, unfurls its vast fields to offer a bewitching spectacle in the heart of Provence. Its rolling hills are adorned in purples and purples during the flowering season, perfuming the air with their intoxicating scent. Along the cypress-lined lanes, old mills and stone farmhouses tell the ancestral story of this fertile land. Between lively festivities and colorful markets, Valensole awakens all the senses and captivates souls in search of authenticity and timeless beauty.

Valensole

Situated along an ancient road, Valensole is one of the largest communes in France! Its 800 km² plateau makes it the “breadbasket of the region”, thanks to the cultivation of lavender, cereals, almonds, olives and truffles. The Valensole plateau is world-famous for the blue expanses that make up …

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Our tourist information officede Gréoux les Bains

The Gréoux-les-Bains Tourist Office welcomes you all year round and offers you its reception, events and incoming services.
The Gréoux-les-Bains Tourist Office welcomes you all year round and puts at your disposal: local tourist documentation, a monthly program of events, a hiking map, a WIFI hotspot, a receptive service (organization of tailor-made stays, excursions or hikes, mountain bike outings on request…).

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Haute Provence podcast

This Haute-Provence region of unspoilt open spaces, celebrated in the novels of Jean Giono, is a welcoming and authentic land where culture, gastronomy and the art of living are on offer all year round. The Tourist Office launches its own podcast channel! The “Destination Haute-Provence” podcast channel is available on all platforms.

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