{"id":1082,"date":"2026-04-08T13:33:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/villages\/aiguines-tourism\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T15:17:29","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:17:29","slug":"aiguines-tourism","status":"publish","type":"villages","link":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/aiguines-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Aiguines"},"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-village-aiguines-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-aiguines-850x567.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-aiguines-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-aiguines-1024x683.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-aiguines.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-aiguines-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"diaporama-header__inner\"><div class=\"group resa\"><p><ctv-searchbar data-popover-placement=\"bottom\" ><\/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;\">Discover Aiguines<\/h1><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"fc-span\">What to See in Aiguines?<\/span><\/h2><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"610\" >About 20 kilometers from Aups, at the entrance <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"610\">to the Verdon Gorges<\/a>, Aiguines overlooks the magnificent Lake Sainte-Croix. This village in the Var department, in the Provence-Alpes-C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur region, lies at the gateway to the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"612\">charming little village in the Verdon region<\/a> is home to a remarkable<strong> Renaissance castle<\/strong> that adds to the charm of its setting.  <\/p><div class=\"lireplus mini fc-desk\"><p class=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >Read more<\/p><div class=\"group\"><div class=\"group\"><p class=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >The area surrounding the village offers a <strong>breathtaking view of the lake<\/strong>, which stretches all the way to the Valensole Plateau. The <strong>Woodturning Museum<\/strong> will delight lovers of art and crafts, as will the workshops and shops in the village\u2019s historic alleyways. Every Tuesday, the town comes alive with the <strong>Proven\u00e7al market<\/strong>.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2>Sports Activities <span class=\"fc-span\">to Try in Aiguines<\/span><\/h2><p    ><strong>There are<\/strong> many <strong>water sports to enjoy in Aiguines<\/strong>, ranging from the most challenging to the most leisurely and family-friendly. <strong>As the rock-climbing capital of the Verdon<\/strong>, the town boasts a wide variety of climbing routes for all skill levels, with different orientations that allow for climbing year-round.  <\/p><p    >Aiguines is also a paradise for fans of whitewater and aerial sports. Explore the <strong>many trails of Provence<\/strong> and the Camargue under the mild Mediterranean climate. <\/p><div class=\"lireplus fc-desk\"><p    >Read more<\/p><div class=\"group\"><div class=\"group\"><p    >For a more leisurely outdoor experience, you can also enjoy windsurfing, pedal boating, swimming in the lake, and hiking or horseback riding.  <\/p><p   id=\"73\" >In addition, the <strong>village of Aiguines is <\/strong>an ideal starting point for exploring some of <strong>Provence\u2019s hilltop villages, such <\/strong>as La Palud-sur-Verdon, or hidden natural treasures like Mont Ventoux, the Mercantour National Park, and the many surrounding lavender fields. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"73\">campground on the Verdon<\/a> is the perfect starting point for exploring all that Aiguines has to offer. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><div class=\"gallery\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/aiguines-420x281.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/aiguines-850x568.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/aiguines-768x514.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/aiguines-1024x685.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/aiguines.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/aiguines-420x281.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns reverse-mob\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><div class=\"gallery\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/chateau-aiguines-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/chateau-aiguines-850x566.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/chateau-aiguines-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/chateau-aiguines-1024x682.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/chateau-aiguines.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/chateau-aiguines-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2 style=\"text-align: right;\"><span class=\"fc-span\">Aiguines<\/span> Castle<\/h2><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >In the heart of <strong>the Verdon Regional Nature Park<\/strong>, the Ch\u00e2teau d\u2019Aiguines towers over Lake Sainte-Croix with its majestic silhouette.<\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\" id=\"1197\" ><strong> A<\/strong> former<strong> medieval bastide<\/strong> restored in the early 17th century in the Renaissance style, the building is now privately owned. Notable for its massive square structure, lightened by four corner towers, the<strong> Ch\u00e2teau d\u2019Aiguines<\/strong> has undergone a beautiful restoration: its roof, covered with glazed tiles from Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, makes it stand out from afar along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/sainte-croix-du-verdon\/\" data-type=\"alentours\" data-id=\"1197\">shores of Lake Sainte-Croix<\/a>. <\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >The castle is <strong>not open to visitors<\/strong>, but the site offers a <strong>breathtaking panoramic view<\/strong> that is well worth the detour.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"group sec-25\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"fc-span\">Aiguines<\/span> Restaurant<\/h2><div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><ul><li><strong>Le Rive Gauche<\/strong>: Located in the heart of the village of Aiguines, Le Rive Gauche offers high-quality, traditional cuisine, artfully presented, which you can enjoy on its charming paved terrace or in its cozy dining room with exposed stone walls.\n<\/li><li><strong>Les 3 Cypr\u00e8s<\/strong>: Across from the Ch\u00e2teau d\u2019Aiguines, the restaurant Les Trois Cypr\u00e8s welcomes you to its charming, flower-filled terrace to enjoy pizzas, mixed salads, daily specials, and grilled meats paired with wines from Provence.\n<\/li><li><strong>Brasserie l\u2019Antidote<\/strong>: Located in the heart of Aiguines, on All\u00e9e des Tilleuls, this authentic Proven\u00e7al brasserie prides itself on homemade dishes. Various menu options are available, whether you\u2019re looking for a quick bite or a full meal to share with the family. \n<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><ul><li><strong>\u00c9lise Et Moi: <\/strong> Whether in an old Proven\u00e7al mansion or in the shade of the linden tree at Place du Barda, the restaurant \u00c9lise et Moi invites you to enjoy summer salads, burgers, bruschetta, tapas, and dishes cooked on the plancha.\n<\/li><li><strong>Le Vieux Ch\u00e2teau<\/strong>: a seasonal restaurant open from April through October, where you can discover traditional dishes from the Verdon region. Located in the heart of the village, you\u2019ll enjoy Mediterranean and Proven\u00e7al cuisine, as well as pizzas and mixed salads. \n<\/li><\/ul><p   id=\"1034\" >Come discover them during your stay at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/camping-aiguines\/\" data-type=\"villages\" data-id=\"1034\">campground near Aiguines<\/a>!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"group\">\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"buttons between\">\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/sainte-croix-du-verdon\/\" class=\"buttons__btn\">\r\n                    Holy Cross                <\/a>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/palud-sur-verdon\/\" class=\"buttons__btn\">\r\n                    Palud-sur-Verdon                <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    \r\n<\/div>","protected":false},"featured_media":3464,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/villages\/1082"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/villages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/villages"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3464"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1082"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}