Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 3, 2026

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A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.68 km for 1.97 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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358 m

The Galetas Beach

Beach

979 m

Verdon Gorge to Lake Sainte-Croix

Highlight • Lake

The Gorges de Verdun are a very popular place of natural beauty in France. You don't need to go in the water to enjoy this pearl. Nearby roads and bridges provide stunning views of the gorge below.

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3.24 km

View of Le Verdon

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the Verdonschlucht, many beautiful hiking trails

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4.06 km

View of the Verdon Gorge

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Fantastic view of the Verdon Gorge.
The highlight is not recommended if you are prone to dizziness

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4.07 km

Grandioser Blick

Highlight • Other

Great views both from the top and from the trail around the mountain. I preferred the view from the trail because you could see a bit more than from the top.

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7.08 km

Col de l'Âne

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Here you have a beautiful view of Lake Saint Croix and the Alps

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9.46 km

View of Lac Sainte-Croix

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11.6 km

View of the Verdon Gorge

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The most beautiful spot on the throat.

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11.6 km

Galetas Bridge

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A real postcard decor! On one side, the Verdon which comes out of the gorges, and on the other, the lake of Sainte-Croix. The Galetas Bridge offers one of the …

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12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.90 km

4.24 km

1.29 km

700 m

492 m

Surfaces

9.36 km

2.20 km

934 m

123 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,160 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

Weather

Tuesday 3 March

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