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Loop of the Low Gorges
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Boucle vélo VerdonPhoto: J.Abellan-VLP
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Tourist discovery loop by bike (VTC and VAE), between the plateau of Valensole and the Low Gorges of Verdon.
moderate
Distance 27.7 km
3:10 h
540 m
540 m
710 m
403 m
Cycle tour to discover the plateau of Valensole and the Low Gorges of Verdon. This half-day itinerary plunges you into an enchanting setting, composed of fields of lavender, oaks, olive and almond trees. Let yourself be surprised by the turquoise blue waters of the Basses Gorges, to be admired from the perched village of Baudinard.
Also take advantage of this tour to discover the villages of Allemagne-en-Provence and its castle, Montagnac and Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon. In Quinson, don't miss the museum of Prehistory of the Gorges du Verdon.
Itinerary adapted to mountain bikes and electric bikes.
Recommended period : spring - autumn. Summer is not recommended.
Also take advantage of this tour to discover the villages of Allemagne-en-Provence and its castle, Montagnac and Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon. In Quinson, don't miss the museum of Prehistory of the Gorges du Verdon.
Itinerary adapted to mountain bikes and electric bikes.
Recommended period : spring - autumn. Summer is not recommended.
Author
Maylis de Lorgeril
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
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Highest point
710 m
Lowest point
403 m
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Coordinates
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43.724070, 6.067650
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43°43'26.7"N 6°04'03.5"E
UTM
32T 263809 4845406
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Book recommendation by the author
Leaflet "Between Plateau, Lakes and Low Gorges".
Guide "Le Verdon à vélo
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TOP 25 IGN 3342 AND
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
27.7 km
Duration
3:10 h
Ascent
540 m
Descent
540 m
Highest point
710 m
Lowest point
403 m
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