Bauduen is a region in southeastern France, situated on the shores of Lac de Sainte-Croix within the Verdon Regional Natural Park. This area is characterized by its diverse landscape, featuring the expansive lake, rolling hills, and proximity to the dramatic Gorges du Verdon. The terrain provides varied opportunities for outdoor pursuits, supporting several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Bauduen offers more than 50 routes across several sports like hiking,…
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98
riders
25.4km
01:20
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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219
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54.7km
02:43
880m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.0km
02:14
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28.4km
01:19
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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279
hikers
8.04km
02:22
220m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.67km
02:49
220m
220m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7.62km
02:15
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.32km
01:15
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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282
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40.1km
03:01
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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146
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25.2km
01:41
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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55.7km
03:42
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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132
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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60
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36.8km
03:19
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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26.0km
02:18
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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45.8km
04:27
1,020m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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13
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28.6km
02:25
670m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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83
runners
7.98km
00:53
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.5km
01:28
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.4km
01:12
220m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.02km
00:53
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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73
riders
45.8km
03:14
750m
750m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71.4km
05:35
2,130m
2,130m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.1km
01:58
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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78
riders
27.5km
01:43
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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10
hikers
12.7km
04:16
550m
550m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9.49km
04:24
590m
590m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7.67km
02:17
230m
230m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.90km
03:11
260m
260m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Bauduen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region's location on Lac de Sainte-Croix also provides opportunities for water sports.
Bauduen provides numerous hiking trails for various skill levels. The moderate 5.6-mile (9 km) Colostre trail offers panoramic views of Lac de Sainte-Croix. More challenging options include a 7.5-mile (12 km) hike to Aiguines through the Verdon forest. Further details are available in the Hiking around Bauduen guide.
Yes, Bauduen is recognized with the "Accueil Vélo" label, indicating cyclist-friendly infrastructure. The area offers routes for Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Road cycling. Examples include the 24.2-mile (39 km) Aiguines – Marketplace loop for touring cyclists.
Komoot offers several cycling guides for the Bauduen region. These include Cycling around Bauduen, MTB Trails around Bauduen, Road Cycling Routes around Bauduen, and Gravel biking around Bauduen.
Bauduen is set against a backdrop of significant natural features. These include Lac de Sainte-Croix, known for its turquoise waters, and the Gorges du Verdon, often called Europe's Grand Canyon. The village is also located within the preserved environment of the Verdon Regional Natural Park.
Bauduen offers trails catering to various experience levels, including moderate options like the Colostre trail. The region's diverse landscape allows for less strenuous walks, particularly along the lake shores. Specific easy or family-friendly routes can be found within the hiking guides.
Lac de Sainte-Croix is suitable for various water activities. These include swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, and small sailboat rentals. Motorized boats are limited to preserve water quality and the serene environment.
Bauduen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 27,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars across over 2,300 ratings. There are 99 total routes available.
Komoot provides several guides for Bauduen, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking, Touring Cycling, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Gravel Biking, Running, and Mountain Hikes.
Bauduen itself is an authentic medieval village with cobbled streets and a 12th-century Romanesque church. The region offers numerous viewpoints, particularly along hiking trails like the Colostre trail, which provide panoramic views of Lac de Sainte-Croix and the Valensole plateau.
Official information about Bauduen and the surrounding Lacs et Gorges du Verdon region can be found on their website. The official website is https://www.lacs-gorges-verdon.com/. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +33 (0)9 67 73 43 25.

