This is a guide to help you to decide whether to take a guided tour of the Gorges du Verdon, or Verdon Gorge.

An easy walk, the Collet Path is a great introduction to Saint Martin-Vésubie and unlikely to tire you out so much that you can’t take on a more challenging hike the next day.

The Cime de la Palu hike in Saint Martin-Vésubie is a must for anyone keen to go walking – not climbing – in the Alps. Experienced, ultra fit hikers can complete it comfortably in a few hours and probably still have the energy to go socialise in one of the little bars in the village after.