{"id":1019,"date":"2026-04-08T12:25:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T10:25:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/verdon\/grand-canyon-du-verdon\/"},"modified":"2026-09-25T12:02:43","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T10:02:43","slug":"grand-canyon-du-verdon","status":"publish","type":"verdon","link":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/grand-canyon-du-verdon\/","title":{"rendered":"Grand Canyon"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"diaporama-header align-full\"><div class=\"gallery\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-grand-canyon-420x282.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-grand-canyon-850x570.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-grand-canyon-768x515.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-grand-canyon-1024x687.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-grand-canyon.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-grand-canyon-420x282.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"diaporama-header__inner\"><div class=\"group resa\"><p><ctv-searchbar><\/ctv-searchbar><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n<div class=\"group sec-25\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Grand Canyon <span class=\"fc-span\">of the Verdon<\/span><\/h1><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >The <strong>Grand Canyon du Verdon<\/strong> is a very popular route, especially among tourists. In this article, we\u2019ll explore the most beautiful views this site offers its visitors, as well as the sights to see along the way. <\/p><\/div><div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2>The Route Through<span class=\"fc-span\"> the Verdon Canyon<\/span><\/h2><p   id=\"610\" >The <strong>hike through the Grand Canyon du Verdon<\/strong> takes a total of <strong>5 days<\/strong>. During this trip, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to visit legendary sites, including<strong> the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"610\">Verdon Gorges<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/campsite-lac-sainte-croix\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"614\">Lake Sainte-Croix<\/a>, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and Sillans-la-Cascade.<\/strong> <\/p><p    >The adventure begins on the <strong>ridge road<\/strong>. This route will take you to <strong>the Verdon Regional Nature Park, which <\/strong>overlooks the river of the same name. During this first leg of the journey, you\u2019ll have the chance to see the <strong>Pont de la Mari\u00e9e<\/strong> up close <strong>.<\/strong>   <\/p><div class=\"lireplus fc-desk\"><p    >Read more<\/p><div class=\"group\"><div class=\"group\"><p    >The second stage of the tour is entirely devoted to exploring the <strong>Mescla Balconies<\/strong>. Once there, enjoy a fascinating natural spectacle and take in the beauty of the valley,<strong> 500 meters <\/strong>below, across the river. <\/p><p    >Our visit to <strong>Trigance marks <\/strong>the third stop on our journey. This village is the perfect place for <strong>canoeing<\/strong>. It\u2019s also very popular with <strong>hikers. <\/strong>Our adventure takes us to the<strong> Route des Cr\u00eates<\/strong>. This is the fourth stop on our itinerary. Along this route, you can take a break at<strong> the Chalet des Malines<\/strong> before arriving in Le Palud. Lovers of Provence will have the chance to encounter a few farmers tending to the fertile fields.       <\/p><p    >A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, especially for residents of big cities. Our arrival in <strong>Moustiers-Sainte-Marie will mark <\/strong>the final leg of our journey. Known as the \u201ccapital of earthenware,\u201d this town is a must-see stop along the <strong>Grand Canyon du Verdon.<\/strong>  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><div class=\"gallery fade-left\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/grand-canyon-420x236.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/grand-canyon-850x477.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/grand-canyon-768x431.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/grand-canyon-1024x574.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/grand-canyon.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/grand-canyon-420x236.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Destination Verdon : partez \u00e0 la d\u00e9couverte du plus grand canyon d&#039;Europe\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yyD7rukLh20?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2 style=\"text-align: right;\">The Most Beautiful <span class=\"fc-span\">Viewpoints<\/span><\/h2><p  style=\"text-align: right;\" id=\"https:\/\/haute-provence-outdoor.com\/le-grand-canyon-un-endroit-epoustouflant-a-ne-pas-manquer\/\" >Here are <strong>5<\/strong> of the most beautiful views of the <a href=\"https:\/\/haute-provence-outdoor.com\/le-grand-canyon-un-endroit-epoustouflant-a-ne-pas-manquer\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/haute-provence-outdoor.com\/le-grand-canyon-un-endroit-epoustouflant-a-ne-pas-manquer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Grand Canyon du Verdon<\/strong><\/a>. Don\u2019t miss the chance to discover these breathtaking panoramas and enjoy unforgettable experiences. Along the <strong>Route des Cr\u00eates<\/strong>, the <strong>Dent d\u2019Aire lookout point offers <\/strong>an exceptional view. Easily accessible by bike or car, this spot is very popular throughout the day. The <strong>Col d\u2019Illoire<\/strong> is another spot where you can admire the Verdon Gorges. It offers visitors a magnificent panoramic view of the entire region.     <\/p><div class=\"lireplus fc-desk\"><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Read more<\/p><div class=\"group\"><div class=\"group\"><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >The third must-see spot, if you\u2019re near the Verdon Gorges, is the <strong>Point Sublime<\/strong>. It\u2019s a lookout point with a suspended balcony that offers nature lovers a panoramic view of the entire site. It\u2019s also impossible to fully appreciate the beauty of the Verdon Gorge without visiting the <strong>Pont de Galetas<\/strong>. This spot is particularly popular with tourists, especially for viewing the end of the canyon.   <\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\" id=\"73\" >The last view in our selection takes us to <strong>the Mescla balcony. From here <\/strong>, you can admire the panoramic views of <strong>the Blanc Martel trail<\/strong> and <strong>the Verdon Gorges.<\/strong> For your stay in the region, we recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"73\">L\u2019Oasis du Verdon campground<\/a>.<\/strong> This campground offers every comfort and is the ideal starting point for exploring the Verdon Gorges.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"buttons between\">\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/activities-sports-verdon\/sentier-blanc-martel\/\" class=\"buttons__btn\">\r\n                    Martel Verdon White Trail                <\/a>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/a-week-in-the-gorges-du-verdon\/\" class=\"buttons__btn\">\r\n                    1 week in the Verdon                <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    \r\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2980,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/verdon\/1019"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/verdon"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/verdon"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2980"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1019"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}