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Limestone
Classic exposed sport climbing in a beautiful natural setting.
Description
The deepest limestone canyon in France and often considered the most beautiful in Europe. It's about 25km long and 700m deep in some places, adding plenty of exposure to the more than 1,500 routes (from 5a to 9a+) that have made its reputation worldwide. The area is popular for its sustained multi-pitches, classic single pitches and for its natural beauty.
Access issues
The gorges are the home of a few protected bird species. Some areas may be closed during nesting season.
Approach
You will need a car to access most routes and areas. The closest town is La-Palud-Sur-Verdon where you'll find a climbing shop, accommodations and a camping site.
Routes are accessed either by abseiling or by walking. Approach time can vary between 5min and 2h.
Where to stay
Camping is prohibited in the gorges. Note that the river is managed by EDF (french electricity provider) which operates the dam upstream. Don't stay near the river when water is being released as the level will change rapidly. There have been accidents in the past.
Ethic inherited from France
Park where indicated, take care of the environment, buy the local guidebook when possible (this is one of the ways you can help local route setters), clean up your shoes before climbing, don't spray beta, be polite.
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Author(s): Simon Adlinger, Olivier Dobel-Ober & Pascal Faudou
Date: 2023
Ce topo est la version numérique, mise à jour et augmentée du guide de référence 52 ans et 520 voies au Verdon de 2017. Il présente une sélection élargie de voies dans les Gorges du Verdon et les parois alentours ainsi que plusieurs falaises sportives de proximité. Vous y trouverez aussi de nombreuses grandes voies récentes et bien équipées dans des niveaux très abordables (<6a). Certaines sont déjà des classiques. Au total le topo présente plus de 400 grandes voies et 20 secteurs de couennes*. Chaque voie est tracée avec précision sur photo et sont précisés le style d’escalade, l’engagement, le matériel à prendre etc… . Les approches sont décrites avec rigueur et s’appuient sur des photos panoramique et/ou des plans. Bref, Escalade au Verdon 2023 est un outil très complet et sûr pour grimper dans les Gorges !
Ce topo est réalisé bénévolement par Simon Adlinger, Olivier Dobel-Ober et Pascal Faudou. Il est édité par le CD FFME Alpes de Hautes Provence.
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Author(s): Bruno Clément
Date: 2021
ISBN: 9782957691906
A comprehensive guidebook describing all of the rock climbing in the Verdon Valley, covering both single pitch and multi-pitch routes
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