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#39 of 300 · Gorges du Verdon (Verdon Regional Natural Park)

Gorges du Verdon: Sentier Blanc-Martel

FranceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Descends into the Grand Canyon du Verdon from Chalet de la Maline and follows the river under limestone walls to Point Sublime, using ladders at the Brèche Imbert and old tunnels at the Couloir Samson. A torch is needed.

Distance
14.5 km
Point to point
Ascent
500 m
High point 900 m
Time
7 h
Day hike
Difficulty
Hard
Big ascent or length, rough ground, some exposure or remoteness.
Best months
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
When the route is usually in condition
Start
Chalet de la Maline
Finish: Point Sublime

Route

Topographic map of Gorges du Verdon: Sentier Blanc-Martel, from Chalet de la Maline to Point SublimeChalet de la MalineVerdon canyon floorVerdon canyon (mid-route)Couloir Samson tunnelsPoint SublimeStart: Chalet de la MalineFinish: Point Sublime© OpenStreetMap contributors, SRTM · © OpenTopoMap
StartFinishWaypoints joined by straight lines, not a GPS track.
  1. Chalet de la Maline
  2. Verdon canyon floor
  3. Verdon canyon (mid-route)
  4. Couloir Samson tunnels
  5. Point Sublime

Wildlife along the route

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