La Palud-sur-Verdon

Gorges du Verdon, France

A village just minutes from the first cliffs of the canyon, home to hilltop restaurants and hotels.

Places in La Palud-sur-Verdon

Hôtel des Gorges du Verdon restaurant Perched on a hilltop offering 360-degree views of the mountains and village, minutes from the first cliffs.
Le Relais des Gorges Serving authentic French cuisine in La Palud-sur-Verdon.
La Palud-sur-Verdon evening bars Bars in the village near the canyon, popular after a day of hiking or canyoning.

Best time to visit: May to September offers warm weather for exploring the canyon and its turquoise waters, with June and September avoiding peak summer crowds.
Getting around: The towns lining the gorges, including La Palud-sur-Verdon, are best explored by car, with hiking trails accessing the canyon itself.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: French. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: The Gorges du Verdon's hospitality scene continues to embrace full immersion in nature, with hotels like the Hôtel des Gorges du Verdon offering 4-star luxury at 938 metres altitude, combining exceptional canyon views with terraces, swimming pools, and spas amid the Natural Regional Park of Verdon.

Natural Regional Park of Verdon — The protected natural park surrounding the gorges.
Gorge-lining towns — Towns along the canyon offering a mix of culture, history and leisure.