A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure sport/The Martel trail, the Mourre de Chanier, Trigance, Moustiers, picturesque villages of Provence and a magnificent landscape, the Verdon is considered to be the most beautiful canyon in Europe. Surrounded by visitors from all over the world, the Verdon became a protected natural site in 1990.
It also benefits from the “Grand Site de France” label.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure sport/ During this 3-day break, come and explore the famous trails of the Verdon Natural Park, in the Alpes de Haute-Provence. The Martel trail, the Mourre de Chanier, Trigance, Moustiers offer you their most beautiful views of the Verdon Gorges.The Martel trail, the Mourre de Chanier, Trigance, Moustiers, picturesque villages of Provence and a magnificent landscape, the Verdon is considered to be the most beautiful canyon in Europe. Surrounded by visitors from all over the world, the Verdon became a protected natural site in 1990. It also benefits from the “Grand Site de France” label.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A grandiose landscape
- The most beautiful canyon in Europe
- Atmosphere: small nature center
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A grandiose landscape
- The most beautiful canyon in Europe
- Atmosphere: small nature center
Discover the authentic outdoor adventure in our Esprit Nature sports villages.
Far from urban stress, experience total disconnection in the middle of exceptional landscapes.
Included
- The accommodation
- The catering
- Framing
- Specific equipment
- 5 hiking sessions (over 3 days)
Not Included
- Transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1 - Meet at the sports village before 9 am. Welcome, installation. Presentation of the station wagon and the team. Start of activities from 9:30am.
Cold meal.
Reception and allocation of equipment. We start our hiking trip with a first warm-up course that will take us around the Barbin mountain starting in the heart of the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon.
10 km, 4 hours of hiking.
Arrival the day before the start of the stay is possible if you are autonomous in terms of transport (motorbike, car), and by notifying the sports village 3 days in advance by fax at 04 92 77 30 13 or by email at verdon@ucpa.asso.fr or by booking a shuttle bus that leaves from Aix-en-Provence TGV station at 21:00 the day before the stay, and returning at 17:30 to Aix-en-Provence TGV, the last day of the stay, end of the course at 2.30 p.m. Cost of the shuttle there and back 60€.
The extra night WITHOUT UCPA TRANSPORT, will cost you €20, you can have dinner and breakfast in the restaurants and bars of the village.
Reception and allocation of equipment. We start our hiking trip with a first warm-up course that will take us around the Barbin mountain starting in the heart of the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon.
10 km, 4 hours of hiking.
Arrival the day before the start of the stay is possible if you are autonomous in terms of transport (motorbike, car), and by notifying the sports village 3 days in advance by fax at 04 92 77 30 13 or by email at verdon@ucpa.asso.fr or by booking a shuttle bus that leaves from Aix-en-Provence TGV station at 21:00 the day before the stay, and returning at 17:30 to Aix-en-Provence TGV, the last day of the stay, end of the course at 2.30 p.m. Cost of the shuttle there and back 60€.
The extra night WITHOUT UCPA TRANSPORT, will cost you €20, you can have dinner and breakfast in the restaurants and bars of the village.
During your stay
A series of busy days where all your abilities will be called upon.
You work in small teams that share the same passion.
Day 2 - The Martel Trail
You work in small teams that share the same passion.
Day 2 - The Martel Trail
Go for the unmissable Martel Trail, which plunges into the depths of the gorges thanks to spectacular metal ladders followed by dark tunnels, to go up to the light of the aptly named Point Sublime belvedere and the Provençal village of Rougon, flown over by vultures.
5 to 6 hours of walking. 400 m of positive altitude difference.
The course of this program is given for information purposes only.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
5 to 6 hours of walking. 400 m of positive altitude difference.
The course of this program is given for information purposes only.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Last day
J3 - Trigance
After crossing the Verdon on the magnificent Tusset Roman bridge, we go up a beautiful forest of beech and fir trees until we reach the vertiginous natural viewpoint of Rancoumas, an ideal observation point facing the giant cliff of L'Escalès where the climbers seem tiny.
After crossing the Verdon on the magnificent Tusset Roman bridge, we go up a beautiful forest of beech and fir trees until we reach the vertiginous natural viewpoint of Rancoumas, an ideal observation point facing the giant cliff of L'Escalès where the climbers seem tiny.
In the afternoon we reach the village of Trigance and our route ends at the beach of Pont de Carajuan on the Verdon.
4 to 5 hours of walking. 500 m of positive altitude difference.
End of stay and departure for Aix-en-Provence TGV station at 2.30 pm, arrival at the station at 5.30 pm.
4 to 5 hours of walking. 500 m of positive altitude difference.
End of stay and departure for Aix-en-Provence TGV station at 2.30 pm, arrival at the station at 5.30 pm.
SPOT
Verdon Regional Park
A visit to the land of canyons and vultures!
The Verdon Regional Natural Park extends over nearly 180,000 hectares and its river goes from Saint-André-les-Alpes to Vinon-sur-Verdon. A wild area where fauna and flora are preserved. This region offers you a multitude of possibilities according to your wishes or even your tastes. Whether you are a fan of hiking, climbing or mountain biking, everything is done for you to have a delicious time. During your activities, admire this majestic space populated by birds of prey. A cultural and sporting heritage awaits you.
Hosting
Accommodation in Verdon sports village
Spacious rooms for 4 to 10 people.
Possibility to book a couple room (with supplement), by email at the sports village.
The centre's equipment
- Free at the center
- Board games, petanque and volleyball on the village fields.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Hiking shoes, rucksack.
Equipment Included
Hiking shoes, rucksack.
Address and access
You are coming by car
From Aix-en-Provence, take the highway in the direction of Sisteron, exit at Manosque and follow Valensole Riez, Moustier la Palud.
From Aix-en-Provence, take the highway in the direction of Sisteron, exit at Manosque and follow Valensole Riez, Moustier la Palud.
Michelin map no. 84, plus 6 and 7. From Manosque to La Palud: 1h30.
You are coming by train
UCPA shuttle: Aix-en-Provence TGV/La Palud/Aix-en-Provence TGV. Contact the sports village for departure and arrival times.
If you organize your transport yourself, the fixed price for the station/sports village there and back is 60 euros.
Mandatory registration at the sports village 3 days in advance on verdon@ucpa.asso.fr
You are coming by train
UCPA shuttle: Aix-en-Provence TGV/La Palud/Aix-en-Provence TGV. Contact the sports village for departure and arrival times.
If you organize your transport yourself, the fixed price for the station/sports village there and back is 60 euros.
Mandatory registration at the sports village 3 days in advance on verdon@ucpa.asso.fr
Address and access
You are coming by car
From Aix-en-Provence, take the highway in the direction of Sisteron, exit at Manosque and follow Valensole Riez, Moustier la Palud. Michelin map no. 84, plus 6 and 7. From Manosque to La Palud: 1h30.
You are coming by train
UCPA shuttle: Aix-en-Provence TGV/La Palud/Aix-en-Provence TGV. Contact the sports village for departure and arrival times.
If you organize your transport yourself, the fixed price for the station/sports village there and back is 60 euros.
Mandatory registration at the sports village 3 days in advance on verdon@ucpa.asso.fr
From Aix-en-Provence, take the highway in the direction of Sisteron, exit at Manosque and follow Valensole Riez, Moustier la Palud. Michelin map no. 84, plus 6 and 7. From Manosque to La Palud: 1h30.
You are coming by train
UCPA shuttle: Aix-en-Provence TGV/La Palud/Aix-en-Provence TGV. Contact the sports village for departure and arrival times.
If you organize your transport yourself, the fixed price for the station/sports village there and back is 60 euros.
Mandatory registration at the sports village 3 days in advance on verdon@ucpa.asso.fr
Equipment not included
Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt (s), “breathable” undersweater (type Odlo, Capilène, Carline), sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater, waterproof jacket (Goretex type), waterproof jacket (Goretex type), rain cape, shorts, shorts, shorts, shorts, “swimsuit”, swimsuit, swimsuit, canvas pants, mid-high socks type bouclette, water bottle or plastic bottle (essential 1 liter minimum), small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag and your small personal pharmacy, (no pharmacy in the village), sunscreen.
For the picnic pack, bring Tupperware.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type:
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- What to prevent or relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
Seek advice from your doctor and pharmacist.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type:
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- What to prevent or relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
Seek advice from your doctor and pharmacist.
Equipment not included
Summer hat or cap or scarf, sunglasses, T-shirt (s), “breathable” undersweater (type Odlo, Capilène, Carline), sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater, waterproof jacket (Goretex type), waterproof jacket (Goretex type), rain cape, shorts, shorts, shorts, shorts, “swimsuit”, swimsuit, swimsuit, canvas pants, mid-high socks type bouclette, water bottle or plastic bottle (essential 1 liter minimum), small flashlight, a large plastic bag, a toilet bag and your small personal pharmacy, (no pharmacy in the village), sunscreen. For the picnic pack, bring Tupperware.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type:
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- What to prevent or relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
Seek advice from your doctor and pharmacist.
First aid kit
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type:
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- What to prevent or relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
Seek advice from your doctor and pharmacist.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Hike - Level 3
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day.
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day.
You are in a pure hiking trip.
Level of expertise
Hike - Level 3
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day. You are in a pure hiking trip.
For people used to hiking trips and/or practicing endurance physical activity 1 to 2 times a week. The proposed altitude difference is beginning to be significant (minimum +500m per day) and the outings are done during the day. You are in a pure hiking trip.
Portage
Carrying level 1
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Portage
Carrying level 1
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Restauration
Our chef and his team offer varied and balanced menus based on local products that meet your daily needs.
Improved breakfast, cheese, bacon eggs, fresh fruit juice...
Improved breakfast, cheese, bacon eggs, fresh fruit juice...
The climate in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence allows you to enjoy breakfast and dinner mainly on the terrace. At noon, you have a picnic at the activity site. Bring your water bottle.
Restauration
Our chef and his team offer varied and balanced menus based on local products that meet your daily needs.
Improved breakfast, cheese, bacon eggs, fresh fruit juice...
The climate in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence allows you to enjoy breakfast and dinner mainly on the terrace. At noon, you have a picnic at the activity site. Bring your water bottle.
Improved breakfast, cheese, bacon eggs, fresh fruit juice...
The climate in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence allows you to enjoy breakfast and dinner mainly on the terrace. At noon, you have a picnic at the activity site. Bring your water bottle.
Management
Ensured by a qualified instructor.
Management
Ensured by a qualified instructor.