Where to Stay by Gorge du Verdon in France
When traveling in the South of France, it’s easy to get lulled by its beautiful coastal towns, never venturing inland. But just two hours from Cannes, lies the wildly impressive Gorge du Verdon. Known as the “French Grand Canyon,” it’s the deepest gorge in France, with incredibly turquoise waters ~ & it’s set in the region known as Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur. Because accommodations can be a little confusing here, in this post I’m covering where to stay by Gorge du Verdon ~ including where to save money & camp!
The incredibly turquoise waters of Gorge du Verdon ~ often called the “Grand Canyon of France.”
Map of Gorge du Verdon in France
The Gorge du Verdon makes an ideal road trip from Cannesor St. Tropez ~ two extremely popular destinations in the South of France. My friend & I rented a car in Cannes, then drove up through Mougins & Grasse (the well-known perfume center) on D6085, eventually coming to D71 ~ a spectacular route set right along the edge of the Gorge. I highly recommend taking this slightly longer, more scenic route.
And in case you’re wondering: the best way to see the Gorge du Verdon is to rent a car. There’s no public transport to get here, so renting a car is a must. My friend & I found a great deal through Discover Cars, spending less than $40/day on a rental. SO worth it to see the Gorge!
Cannes
Gorge du Verdon
St. Tropez
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Huttopia Camping Gorge du Verdon
Where to Stay by the Gorge du Verdon
There are no towns located right at the Gorge du Verdon ~ so your nearest accommodations are actually camp sites! The two closest are listed below, & are more like “Glamping.”
Best Campsites Near Gorge du Verdon:
1) Camping Huttopia Gorge du Verdon ~ You’ve got lots of options at this “glamping” campsite: you can stay in a tent, chalet, mobile home, or wood & canvas structure. They’ve got an outdoor, heated pool with gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains, + private beach access, a restaurant, & water sport options.
Price: $15-120+/night.
2) Camping Domaine Chasteuil Provence ~ This campsite is also very close to the Gorge: offering tents, chalets, & eco-lodges. They have over 210 camp sites available, a shop & restaurant (higher up with views), & a heated pool as well as a kids’ paddling pool ~ making it a great spot for families.
Price: $15-45+/night.
Where to Stay by Gorge du Verdon
If you’re looking for a more upscale, romantic option ~ look no further than Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. It’s one of the most jaw-droppingly gorgeous towns I’ve ever seen, set high in the mountains with crazy cliffs looming over town, & a river running through it. You HAVE to see it for yourself!!! Absolutely STUNNING!!! And only an hour from the Gorge du Verdon…
Best Luxury Hotels in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie:
1) La Bastide de Moustiers ~ Owned by renowned chef Alain Ducasse, this elegant inn provides a refined atmosphere, outdoor pool, & of course, fine dining ~ tucked just one kilometer away from the village center.
Price: $198+/night.
2) Hotel Le Columbier ~ With rooms slightly less sophisticated than La Bastide, the surroundings of Hotel Le Columbier can’t be beat: its outdoor pool & striking mountain views will have you not wanting to leave. Family run & with only 22 rooms, Le Columbier offers an intimate, adult retreat.
Price: $120+/night.
3) Hotel de la Ferme Rose ~ A little quirkier & more colorful than the first two options, you’ve got the 12-room Hotel de la Ferme Rose ~ with mid-century antiques, beautiful gardens, & a cozy bar to cap off your night in. If off-beat is more your thing, check in here.
Price: $115+/night.
Photos of Gorge du Verdon
Final Thoughts….
MUSTS for the Gorge du Verdon: Definitely rent a car, definitely rent a paddle boat, bring your bathing suit, & definitely plan to stay in romantic Moustiers-Sainte-Marie or go glamping, at least for a night or two!
xoxo Noelia
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I´ve never been here…but it´s SO on my list now!! WOW!! Looks incredible. How long did it take you to drive from Cannes to the Gorge?? Even the camping options look pretty amazing!
Hey Ashley! So we stopped numerous times along the way, because there are so many gorgeous, scenic turn-outs! But without stops, I believe it would take just over two hours. It took us more like 4, because we got coffee/lunch, took photos, etc. Hope that helps & hope you get to visit! xoxo Noelia