Saint Laurent du Verdon
2 km from route D11 which links Quinson (5km) to Riez.
Population : 100 inhabitants
Article updated in May 2025
Discover the small village of Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon
In the south of the département, Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon is a small rural community with a population of just over a hundred, situated on a hill that slopes gently down to the banks of the Verdon.
A village close to the famous Gorges du Verdon
This small Provencal village lives in serenity, surrounded by fields and woods (a third of its territory), with many nearby walks and excursions to the famous Gorges du Verdon.
Oil mill and castles
In this village steeped in history, explore the Gallo-Roman ruins and its medieval heritage as you stroll through the old centre. Discover the 17th-century oil mill, now a charming hotel with a Provencal garden, and the 18th-century wash-house. Don't miss the ruins of the 15th-century fortified castle and the magnificent 17th-century château, with its towers and Louis XIV fireplace.
The lake, watersports centre and beaches of Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon
Take advantage of the lake's cool waters to go for a walk, have a picnic and spend some quality time in the water with your family. You can hire canoes, pedalos and electric boats at the nautical base and set off to explore this pretty lake in the Verdon valley. The beach is peaceful and shady, ideal for enjoying the clear waters of the lake. For naturist enthusiasts, there is a naturist camp at Domaine d'Enriou.
A beautiful hike close to the village
Starting from the village of Saint Laurent du Verdon, we recommend the hike from the Valensole plateau to Lac de Montpezat. Fields of lavender, turquoise waters, a feast for the eyes! The routes are well signposted from the village.
The Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon market
There is no market in Saint-Laurent itself, but we recommend the Quinson market on Monday mornings and the Montagnac-Montpezat market on Friday mornings. These are two pleasant Provencal markets very close to St Laurent du Verdon.
Our map of St Laurent du Verdon (postcode 04500)
To find your way around Saint Laurent du Verdon, you can use our interactive map on this page. We've included all the village's points of interest as well as our accommodation recommendations. You'll be able to locate them before you book your holiday in this pretty Verdon village.
What to do in Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon
As we wrote earlier on this page, we recommend a visit to the old village with its Gallo-Roman ruins and oil mills. Then head to the lake for hiking and water sports. The Verdon gorges and the Valensole plateau are not far away either!
What to see
Fountains and wash-houses.
Leisure activities
Hiking. Tennis.
Fishing. Hunting.
Hotels
Charming hotel in an old oil mill in a quiet setting
10 tastefully decorated bedrooms, TV sat, free wifi
Our "cuisine du marché" local and organic in accordance with the season
Bed and breakfast
Bed & breakfast - 5 guest rooms & 1 vacation rental
Private garden or terrace - Separate entrance -
Table d'hôtes - Quiet - 1 km from lake & Verdon
Holiday rentals
Quality mobile home rentals 2 to 8 people in a 5 * campsite
Heated sw. pool. Direct access to the lake and nautical base: canoe, kayak, paddle, pedal boats, electric boat. Restaurant. Kid's games. Tennis
Campings
5 * campsite with spacious pitches and quality accommodation.
Heated sw. pool. Direct access to the lake and nautical base: canoe, kayak, paddle, pedal boats, electric boat. Restaurant. Kid's games. Tennis
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Montagnac-Montpezat (7km), Artignosc sur Verdon (8km) and Quinson (5km).