Saturday, September 11, 2010.


FREEDOM TO RAMBLE


The network of footpaths is adapted to all levels of ability, from the easy hour’s stroll around Greoux and along the banks of the Verdon to the 5-day trek. The routes take in olive trees, lavender, scrubland, lakes and gorges.
Each week a fully qualified official guide suggests different rambles and excursions to introduce you to this environment and protected heritage.

Programme includes…

Nature walks :
  • Les Gorges de Trevans : An energetic walk, of average difficulty, difference in altitude: 450m, duration: 3½ hours
  • Le Canyon d’Oppedette (Luberon) : A walk of average difficulty including some high sections of overhang, difference in altitude: 150m, duration: 4 hours.
  • Les basses gorges du Verdon de St Laurent à Montpezat. The construction of a dam and the impact on the human and natural environment.

    Themed walks :
  • Les Chemins du Patrimoine
  • Les Chemins du Terroir

    Rambles :
  • Les Charbonnières, A story of the strenuous labours of free men
  • Sur le plateau de Valensole, Panorama of the beautiful Massifs de Provence
  • Notre dame des Œufs. The story of a pilgrimage of women (walks around Greoux)
  • A la rencontre de l’Olivier, The tree that founded Mediterranean civilisation


    « Petit plus » : For enthusiasts the map of the network is on sale at the Tourist Information Office - price 4 euros -



    ‘FREE-RIDE’ EXCURSIONS :
    Gréoux "station VTT"


    460 kilometres of signposted mountain biking paths allow you to discover the "Verdon des Collines". Between Greoux and Esparron de Verdon there are several unique routes of 3 to 60 kilometres, which well illustrate the countryside, colours, and scents of this region.

    The Tourist Information Office offers :
    Mountain bike hire, way-marked circuits, organised stays…In complete safety with a fully qualified official guide.

    Programme includes…

    Rando VTT
  • Rando des lavandes
  • Rando des Lacs
  • Rando liberté

    Rando cyclo
  • Cyclo des Saveurs
  • Cyclo des Monts de Provence

    Verdon Nature
  • Multi-activities: Mountain biking, orienteering, canyoning, adventure course, canoeing…


    Sporting Events

  • 29th & 30th May 2010 : Les Boucles du Verdon (Cyclotourisme)
  • 11th November 2010 : Verdon des Collines (VTT).

    Incomplete list: do not hesitate to contact the Tourist Information Office




    ACTIVITIES FOR ALL THE FAMILY


    AT GREOUX…

    LEISURE CENTRE « LE COLOMBIER »
    Open from May to mid September – 04 92 78 19 33
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach volleyball
  • Badminton
  • Table tennis

    HORSE RIDING CENTRES
    Château Laval : 04.92.78.08.16
    Aurabelle : 04.92.78.84.14

    TENNIS
    Tennis Club Municipal : 04.92.75.41.95
    Agence Toga Immobilier : 04.92.78.12.76 ou thierry.michaud@fft.fr

    WELL BEING
    Parcours Santé on the banks of the Verdon
    Gym Tonic (Thermal) : 0 826 46 81 85
    Relaxation/ Yoga : Chandana : 04.92.78.18.26



    FISHING
    Over 15 kilometres of lake and still waterway favours different fish breeding.
    Not to be missed : The « No Kill »circuit . Information available at the Tourist office.






    WALKS IN THE PARKS
    Oliva, Morelon et Thermal


    IN THE VICINITY…

    GOLF COURSE 18 HOLES
    Golf du Luberon at Pierrevert: 04 92 72 17 19

    INDOOR SWIMMING POOLS
    Manosque (la Rochette) : 04.92.87.61.48
    Digne (Water area complex) : 04.92.36.36.00

    WHITE WATER SPORTS
    As you are so close to the Gorges du Verdon, do not miss out on the opportunity of canoeing, kayaking, rafting, hydro speeding and experiencing white water trips.
    Excitement guaranteed! Depart from Castellane.