{"id":1087,"date":"2026-04-08T13:33:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/villages\/esparron-tourism\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T15:17:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:17:31","slug":"esparron-tourism","status":"publish","type":"villages","link":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/esparron-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Esparron"},"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-esparron-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-esparron-850x567.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-esparron-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-esparron-1024x683.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-esparron.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-village-esparron-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;\">Visit Esparron<\/h1><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"fc-span\">Where is Esparron located in relation to the campground?<\/span><\/h2><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"610\" >In the<strong> Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region of <\/strong>Provence-Alpes-C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur, a few kilometers east of Gr\u00e9oux-les-Bains, <strong>Esparron-de-Verdon is <\/strong>a small town whose territory\u2014half of which is covered by woods and forests\u2014encompasses the <strong>large, eponymous lake spanning 300 hectares<\/strong>, in the heart of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"610\">Gorges du Verdon<\/a>. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/camping-esparron\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/camping-esparron\/\">campground near Esparron<\/a> is located close to Allemagne-en-Provence, Quinson, and Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon. <\/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;\"  >Located on the border of the Var department, it is crossed by the <strong>GR4 long-distance hiking trail<\/strong>. Esparron is ideally located for exploring Lake Sainte-Croix and Lake Quinson, discovering the lavender fields of the Luberon, and, of course, visiting the Verdon Gorge and the Verdon Natural Park. <\/p><\/div><\/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\/esparron-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/esparron-850x566.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/esparron-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/esparron-1024x682.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/esparron.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/esparron-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2 style=\"text-align: right;\">Exploring the hilltop village of <span class=\"fc-span\">Esparron-de-Verdon<\/span><\/h2><p  style=\"text-align: right;\" id=\"73\" >At the foot of <strong>the magnificent Valensole plateau and <\/strong>its blue expanses of lavandin, at the gateway to the Verdon Regional Nature Park and at the entrance to the famous canyon, Esparron is the ultimate nature destination, ideal for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"73\">camping in the Verdon<\/a>.<\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >The village\u2019s timeless silhouette is reflected in the <strong>clear, idyllic waters of the Verdon<\/strong>. In the center of a typical medieval village stands a <strong>castle<\/strong>, a former 13th-century keep that was successively expanded with residential wings in the 15th and 17th centuries. <\/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;\" id=\"612\" >At the foot of the castle lies the <strong>village\u2019s oldest neighborhood<\/strong>, where you can also explore the Romanesque Church of Saint-Andr\u00e9, built in the 12th century and later topped with a bell tower in the 18th century. With the creation of the reservoir in 1967, the quiet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"612\">little village of Le Verdon<\/a> has become a <strong>popular tourist destination, prized for <\/strong>its charm and the outdoor recreational activities available in the surrounding area. <\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Whether you\u2019re looking for a getaway in nature or<strong> are passionate about culture and history<\/strong>, you\u2019ll find what you\u2019re looking for in <strong>Esparron<\/strong>, with its lake, untamed landscapes, fields of lavandin, and local heritage: a Bronze Age offering well, typical medieval architecture, and a <strong>fascinating eco-museum<\/strong> that displays everyday objects and Proven\u00e7al costumes dating from the 18th to the early 20th century.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"group sec-25\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Lake <span class=\"fc-span\">Esparron<\/span><\/h2><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"931\" >Now one of the wildest bodies of water in Provence, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/lake-esparron\/\" data-type=\"verdon\" data-id=\"931\">Lake Esparron<\/a> was created in 1967 with the construction of the<strong> Gr\u00e9oux-les-Bains hydroelectric dam<\/strong>. Covering <strong>an area of <\/strong>more than 3 km\u00b2, the lake is open to non-polluting water sports\u2014that is, those that do not involve internal combustion engines. Perched on a promontory, the<strong> village of Esparron-de-Verdon offers <\/strong>a <strong>breathtaking view of the lake\u2019s crystal-clear waters, whose <\/strong>turquoise hue is characteristic of the Verdon River.    <\/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;\"  >Along the lake\u2019s shores, the <strong>canal keeper\u2019s trail<\/strong> offers a lovely hike of about 3 hours, with a gentle elevation gain of 200 meters, leading to the lakeshore and providing an opportunity to learn about water-related issues in Provence. Around the lake, facilities have been set up for <strong>a wide<\/strong> variety of gentle <strong>water sports<\/strong>: sailing, rowing, canoeing, pedal boats, and even electric motorboats\u2014which are quiet and easy for anyone to operate\u2014as well as, of course, swimming. <\/p><p class=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >The canal-side trail provides access to all the <strong>beaches on Lake Esparron<\/strong>. There are many different kinds of beaches\u2014from small, secluded coves to the family-friendly beach at Saint-Julien\u2014and they all offer a unique atmosphere and setting. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2>Restaurants in <span class=\"fc-span\">Esparron-de-Verdon<\/span><\/h2><ul><li><strong>La Buvette du Lac<\/strong>: a cozy terrace overlooking the lake in Hameau du Port, where you can enjoy platters of local charcuterie, mussels and fries, salads, or pizzas. The restaurant also offers sandwiches and snacks to go. \n<\/li><li><strong>Les Terrasses du Lavandin<\/strong>: A family-run restaurant located on Route d\u2019Albiosc, Les Terrasses du Lavandin invites you to sample local products and Proven\u00e7al specialties. Grilled dishes, pizzas, and salads are also on the menu. \n<\/li><li><strong>Paris London Caf\u00e9<\/strong>: Located in the village on Place de l\u2019Amandier, the Paris London Caf\u00e9 offers an affordable place to stop for a bite to eat, with a menu of traditional dishes to enjoy on a heated patio during the off-season.\n<\/li><li><strong>Le Bistro<\/strong>: Located on Place de l\u2019Amandier, Le Bistro is a bar, restaurant, brasserie, and ice cream shop with a pleasant, shaded terrace. Here, you can enjoy simple, gourmet dishes that are elegantly served and prepared with fresh, local ingredients. \n<\/li><\/ul><\/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\/truffes-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/truffes-850x566.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/truffes-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/truffes-1024x682.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/truffes.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/truffes-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"buttons between\">\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/riviere-du-verdon\/\" class=\"buttons__btn\">\r\n                    Verdon River                <\/a>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/discovering-the-region\/castellane\/\" class=\"buttons__btn\">\r\n                    Castellane                <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    \r\n","protected":false},"featured_media":3380,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/villages\/1087"}],"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\/3380"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1087"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}