Gorges de la Nesque, near Sault
A beautiful gorge not far from the base of Mont Ventoux
The gorges de la Nesque is an impressive and wild canyon of around 12 kilometres in length, scoured out by the river at its bottom.
The richness and diversity of its flora and fauna led UNESCO to classify the gorge as a Biosphere Reserve to protect the area and everything that lives within it.
Various view points along its length offer you views of the imposing cliffs and stunning scenery below, or you can admire the view from the walking trails or the road that winds its way along the route of the river.
At the bottom of one part of the gorge is a small chapel, nestled under an overhang in the rock which can be accessed on foot. Prehistoric rock shelters can also be found in a couple of places.
