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The lake of Sainte-Croix

The beautiful lake of Sainte-Croix is located in Provence near the Gorges du Verdon

The lake of Sainte-Croix is an artificial lake with a dam. The intense blue waters are perfect for swimming and fortunately swimming is allowed in the lake. There are many beaches where you can enjoy water sports (sailing, canoeing...). The number of visitors to this beautiful region is of course high in summer, so don't arrive too late. The lake can be used as a stopover after an excursion in the nearby Gorges du Verdon.

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Duration: 2 h.
Practical information

Le verdon

The Verdon with its turquoise waters flows into the lake of Sainte-Croix at the level of the Pont du Galetas
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Bathing at the level of the Galetas Bridge

The lake of Sainte-Croix is a paradise for those who love water activities. In addition, the water temperature is very pleasant in summer.
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Around the lake

Everything is not perfect because you have to keep your shoes on to walk on the beach. These are not fine sand beaches. It should be noted that you can swim almost anywhere around the lake, you just need to find a path and a place for your car. Of course swimming is at your own risk.
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Le parking

It is a little the anarchy at the level of the places of parking, one parks a little where around the lake. First come first served, the regulars arrive early to picnic in the shade.
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Les Salles-sur-Verdon

There is a large beach at the bottom of the village of Les Salles-sur-Verdon where swimming is supervised.
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The beach of Les Salles-sur-Verdon

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In the shade of the trees

Places in the shade are expensive.
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The parking lot at Les Salles-sur-Verdon

The parking is better organized in Les Salles-sur-Verdon but it is quickly full.
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Les Salles-sur-Verdon

After the swim you can go back to the village for a drink.
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Other walks

At 7.86 Km

The Gorges du Verdon

At 10.76 Km

The descent to the Verdon by the chalet de la Maline

At 12.42 Km

The route des Crêtes in the Gorges du Verdon

At 13.68 Km

The Blanc-Martel trailhead
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