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Ecotourism in the Verdon

At a time when our planet is under strain, ecotourism, grounded in a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach, should become a benchmark for travelers seeking to reduce their environmental impact. The remarkable ecosystem of the Verdon Gorges, still weakened by the recent summer drought, deserves the utmost care. Here is why – and how – to preserve the natural areas, heritage, and resources of this much-loved region during your stay at our Verdon Gorges campsite.

The Verdon: protected natural areas to preserve

Every summer, thousands of visitors choose the
Verdon Gorges as their holiday destination. This leads to heavy pressure on Lake Sainte-Croix as well as on the many spectacular natural sites throughout the Verdon.

The region’s ecosystem, a victim of its own success, is threatened by ever-increasing visitor numbers and by some less respectful tourists. Added to this is climate change, which further destabilizes ecosystems that are home to rich flora and fauna, sometimes putting rare species found in the area at risk.

The Regional Observatory for Biodiversity, along with numerous associations, regularly takes action to protect the iconic gorges and the Verdon Regional Natural Park. Their shared goal is to promote ecotourism – a greener form of tourism – and to foster a harmonious relationship between visitors, the natural environment, and local communities.

A few best practices for eco-friendly travel in the Verdon Gorges

To preserve the beauty of the landscapes and the region’s biodiversity, everyone must strive to limit their environmental impact and travel responsibly.

  • Leave your car behind and choose a bicycle or an electric bike (e-bike), which will assist you on climbs without causing pollution. Follow the many cycling routes offered by the region – it’s good for the Verdon and good for your health. There is no better way than cycle touring to discover, at your own pace, the stunning listed medieval villages (Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Rougon, Palud…).
  • To protect soils and natural features, stick to marked hiking trails and follow all instructions given by guides and instructors (canoeing, paragliding…).
  • During your stay, support short supply chains to help the local economy, which is heavily affected by seasonality.
  • Choisissez un hébergement engagé à limiter son impact environnemental à tous les niveaux. C’est le cas de L’Oasis du Verdon à Aups capitale du Haut Var idéalement située à moins de 20 km du lac de Sainte-Croix. Le Camping 3 étoiles dans le Verdon est implanté dans un domaine familial arboré de 2,5 hectares œuvre depuis sa création à la protection de la nature. Réservez dès maintenant un chalet tout confort en bois, une location atypique, un mobil-home écoresponsable ou un emplacement spacieux.
  • Au Camping et lors de vos balades, prévoyez toujours des contenants et ustensiles réutilisables et visez le zéro déchet (shampoing solide…). Pensez également à économiser l’eau et à faire le tri sélectif.

Finally, remember that the Verdon is magnificent in every season. Try to travel outside the summer months to avoid putting excessive pressure on nature. So that future generations can continue to enjoy the Verdon Canyon as we do today, give meaning to your holidays. Take part in the collective effort, become responsible e-tourists, and share these guidelines for the Verdon and other regions.

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« Excellent campsite!
Family, calm and quality. In addition, it is a 15-minute walk from the city centre and a half-hour drive from the activities of the Gorges du Verdon. The managers are friendly and very welcoming. They bend over backwards to help campers. For example, I rented a barbecue twice and the manager dropped it off and systematically picked it up at my location without asking for anything. The animation team is at its best, my partner loved aquafun and my son really enjoyed the night treasure hunt. We had some great fried mussels. To put it simply, I had already eaten some of the less good ones elsewhere, but I don't remember tasting any better ones. In short... I recommend L'Oasis du Verdon and it is with great pleasure that I will return with my family! »
Amir, Carbonne (31)

★★★★★

«Natura VIP
A very quiet and clean campsite with a beautiful swimming pool and enough to let the children cycle quietly on the whole site. The owners are very kind and always available. Natura VIP accommodation at the top and very relaxing. I really recommend this campsite for a great time with the family! »
Baptiste, Néoules (83)

★★★★★

« A very pleasant, quiet and family campsite offering quality entertainment that encourages conviviality between holidaymakers. The owners and the animators are attentive to the well-being of the residents and ensure that the rules of good conduct are respected. The mobile home was impeccable when we arrived. The proximity of the village is particularly appreciable (we used to walk to the market) and the various points of interest in the region are only a few kilometres away. Note: a varied catering service offering excellent cuisine. We'll come back next year! »
Ninon, Pullay (27)

★★★★★

« Very well. A quality campsite, well located in the Verdon, near the village of AUPS. Smiling and involved owners »
Sandrine, Mignaloux-Beauvoir (86)

★★★★
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