Hiking is a very popular leisure activity in Provence Verte and a means to discover all the well-known sites such as the Caramy Gorges, the Vallon Sourn and the Saint Baume massif. There are more than 40 well-maintained, way-marked trails.
The Vallon Sourn , located between Correns and Chateauvert, along the river Argens is an internationally known climbing site. There are no less than 63, 7-grade routes , and 13, 8-grade (according to French grading system). Another less well-known climbing site in Carces. Introductory climbing courses are available.
Provence Verte , a territory with an area of 1/4 of the Var department , the green heart of Provence, within an hour of the largest sites in the PACA region . Discover 43 Provencal villages , unspoilt nature , a Country of Art and History , away from the summer crowds of the seaside .
Site officiel Office de Tourisme La Provence Verte
Carrefour de l'Europe - 83170 BRIGNOLES - Tél. 04 94 72 04 21
Site web : www.la-provence-verte.net - Site séjour : www.sejourprovence.com
More info about the 8 tourist offices
The Verdon Gorges
The Sainte-Victoire range
Saint-Maximin Basilica
Cotignac and its Rock
Sainte-Baume moutains
Vallon Sourn beach
Barjols fountains
Brignoles medievale town
Hiking
Vineyards & Discoveries
Christmas in Provence
Events off season
Lake, river, canoe
Picnics, afternoon naps
Amusez-vous
Beaches, the seaside
Summer holidays events
Markets & typical villages