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Circuits and Trails of the region

Hiking


You will find several hikes for all levels around Castellane! Grand landscapes between the Verdon River and the Provençal mountains, you will find below a selection of trails and circuits. The path of the sinner (to access the bed of the Verdon) Difficulty: 2 stars ==> Easy and family walk, 2h30, altitude difference 300m, 6km Departure from the road Gorges (Moustiers-La Palud) to the neck of L'olivier. Not recommended for young children. The path of Bastidon Difficulty: 4 stars ==> for experienced hikers, some difficulties. 6h, altitude difference 700m, 15 km Departure from La Palud to the gorges du Verdon. The Martel Trail Difficulty: 3 to 4 stars ==> For hikers with a little experience because some passages are difficult. 6h, altitude difference 350 m, 15 km. Departure from the cottage Maline (in the other direction, 300m climb at the end of course!). This path allows to cross a part of the large Gorges remained wild until its discovery by A. Martel in 1905; it is forbidden at least 10 years and is very busy in summer because of its reputation. The Lizard Trail Difficulty: 2 to 3 stars = +> easy for family walk, 2h, elevation 80m, 5km. Routes to recommend especially to families visualize the circuit The Imbut Trail Difficulty: 5 stars ==> for specialist hikers. 5h, altitude difference 600m, 13km. Departure from the parking of the riders, the path quickly descends to the bed of the Verdon. This trail is more difficult than the Martel Trail, but it is more spectacular, however, to borrow only experienced, in good physical condition and properly equipped. The ascent of Grand Margès Difficulty: 4 stars ==> For hikers with experience. 4h, altitude difference 800m, 10km. The summit of Margés (1577m) dominates the Gorges du Verdon and offers superb 180 ° views.