The Verdon villages : Les Salles-sur-Verdon

From the campsite to the village of Les Salles-sur-Verdon

The village of Les Salles-sur-Verdon is about 15 minutes from the campsite, in the direction of the Gorges du Verdon. The road is pleasant and regularly overlooks Lake Sainte-Croix. The village itself is on the edge of the lake, opposite an island that can only be reached with a boat, which you can hire on site.

Les salles-sur-Verdon, the sunken village

What surprises you the first time you come to the village is its modern appearance, hundreds of years removed from other Provencal villages in the Verdon. This atypical appearance is due to the sad history of Les Salles-sur-Verdon, which 50 years ago was located on the plain. All that remains of the medieval village, which sank beneath the lake, are the fountain, the church bell and the wash-house. In 1974, the last inhabitants were evacuated and the last buildings, including the church, were blown up to make way for the Sainte-Croix artificial lake and its hydroelectric dam.

What can you see in the village of Les Salles-sur Verdon?

The historical route

We salute the work of the "Mémoire des Salles-sur-Verdon" association, which has created this trail through the village, enabling you to discover its history and the stories of the people who lived there. The trail starts in front of the town hall.

Toine's naturalist journey

The Toine trail is made up of 14 points of interest along a 1.5km route. The trail takes you out of the village to discover the Verdon and the secrets of unspoilt nature.

Les Salles-sur-Verdon, Lake Sainte-Croix and the beaches

The village of Les Salles-sur-Verdon lies on the shores of Lac de Sainte-Croix. From the village, follow the path to the lake. The sounds of the birds, the wind in the trees, the lapping of the water on the banks, the laughter of the children in summer - the lake at Les Salles-sur-Verdon is a little corner of paradise. Find a place to rest and we guarantee you'll have a great time.

What to do in Les Salles-sur-Verdon

Water sports activities

There is no shortage of water sports facilities in Les Salles-sur-Verdon, including pedalos, canoes, paddle boats and sailing boats. If you're feeling brave enough to paddle for a few hours, a trip around the island of Costebelle to the south of the village is a must.

Restaurants in Les Salles-sur-Verdon

Here you'll find a selection of the best-rated restaurants in the village.

• Restaurant Le Côté Lac. Enjoy classic French cuisine in a rustic setting. On the lake side, dine in a lush garden overlooking the lake.
• L'Escapade. The restaurant is located in the centre of the village on the banks of Lake Sainte Croix. Friendly staff and quality products for affordable menus.
• Le Mille Pates. Home cooking, home-made dishes, what more could you ask for?
• La Plancha. A good address and the best-rated restaurant in the village.
• Le Costebelle. A warm welcome and friendly setting. Reservations recommended in summer.

The Provencal market

Les Salles-sur-Verdon's Provencal market takes place every Thursday morning. Every Monday from 12 July to 23 August, from 5pm to 10pm, in the Place Sainte-Anne, the village hosts a local producers' market made up exclusively of local producers and craftspeople. The "Marchés de Producteurs de Pays" are a showcase for traditional know-how.

360° view of the village of Les Salles-sur-Verdone

The weather at Les Salles-sur-Verdon

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Le Clos de Barbey, a campsite in the Gorges du Verdon