Underhill

Here's an article from today's San Francisco Chronicle:

http://www.sfgate.com/travel/article...ge-3831459.php

StuDudley

We've visited the Verdon Gorge twice by car. IMO, it is much inferior to the US Grand Canyon. In France, we prefer the Gorges du Tarn and the Gorges de l'Ardeche over the Verdon Gorge.

Moustiers is quite nice.

Stu Dudley

Michael

The Grand Canyon du Verdon (that's what it's called in the Michelin Atlas Routier) is not comparable the the Grand Canyon in the U.S. as a canyon, but it is located in a more varied terrain, which is part of its appeal.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mksfca/...th/7743682252/

kerouac

I very much like the Gorges du Verdon but the Gorges de l'Ardèche have perhaps some more incredible photo ops.

cigalechanta

I loved the Gorge and my stay in Moustiers-Ste-Marie.
If you like pottery, it's a must.

Underhill

If we're having a competition for the best gorge, I'll take the grand canyon on Kaui over the one in Arizona any time.

kansas

Thanks, Underhill! I finally have the answer to one of my questions. How many steps did my son and I climb going up to the chapel in Moustiers? 262. You were also the one who had recommended the lovely bed and breakfast at Chateau d'Esparron.

And Michael, your photos are terrific, as always.

Underhill

I'm glad you tried the Château d'Esparron--such nice people in a fine place to stay.

330east

You might look into La Bastide de Moustiers an Alain Ducasse venue. The Gorge de Verdon is very dramatic. You can drive along it and get the dickens scared out of you.

Underhill

The rooms at the Bastide are lovely, is the property--but it's quite expensive, and we had a long, long wait for our dinner with only one other table taken in the restaurant.

cigalechanta

The Bastide is where I stayed, my choice as my birthday present. All the tables were filled when I was there.
The bath products are exceptional. They have a boutique and a bought a few of the products to take home.