Watersports in Provence — 10 of Our Favourites

The facilities and activities that are open throughout the year are free. Including walking around to explore the 38 hectares of landscaped park, the picnic area, the fitness area at the edge of the Lake, the fitness trail that links the city to the lake and certified course fishing.

There are additional activities avaiable during the summer season at a small cost, including swimming in the licensed area, a private beach with deck space, pedal boat rentals and rental of canoes.

15 minutes before your departure time you're given all the equipment you need including a life jacket and waterproof container for your belongings. A guide will talk you through the safety aspects and show you the river route you're about to take.

On the descent, you're accompanied by a guide to show you the correct route and answer any questions you might have. There is a swim break part way through the trip. A bus brings you back to the start point at the end of the trip.

They open daily from 3rd weekend of April to the end of September. In July and August departures are every 30 minutes from 09:30 until 11:30 and 13:30 until 16:30. In April, May, June and September departures are by reservation only.

Adults 20 euros, children 10 euros. Group prices are also available.

Reservations obligatory and should only be made by phone.

You can also combine a walk with a canoe trip where there are many routes to choose from.

From 90 minutes upwards, you can visit the Gorges with canoe.

For more information and to get booking enquire below.

The shorter of the two trips takes you 8 kilometres down river from Lauris and the longer trip is 18 kilometres.

Boats or canoes can be rented for 2-3 people or there are kayaks for the more experienced.

Life jackets and waterproof containers for your belongings are provided.

Prices range from 20-35 euros per adult. Group rates are also available.

Reservations should be by by telephone only.

Canyoning, Rafting, Potholing, Climbing, Trekking and more... in the stunning gorges du Verdon (deep canyon) and/or the nearby Calanques of the Mediterranean Sea.

Under the supervision of qualified guides and on the best rivers of the southeast France, discover an array of white-water sports such as rafting, canoeing, kayaking, hydro speeding or canyoning.

Half day and day trips are on offer.

The sailing centre is open from April to late November. There are also tennis courts, a skate park, playgrounds & picnic tables - swimming is not allowed in the lake.

Situated on the 'Cocody Beach' their team of professionals will help you enjoy every moment of your stay.

Prices vary depending on the activity of your choice and how long you wish to participate for but it is guaranteed fun for everyone, with offers for children as well, everyone can get involved in the watersport fun.

There are various options available for short trips of around an hour to two, up to a two-day trip. Some of the trips are only available during certain months and will be run according to water levels. For example, the multi-day trips are only available during May, June and September and only available with an advance booking and good water level conditions.

The space is divided into two lakes, one for boating, fishing and watersports and the other purely for swimming, which is free. Lifeguards monitor from 11:00 to 19:00 every day during the summer. Two amphibious chairs are also available for disabled visitors.

Mini golf, trampolines, a bouncy castle and pedaloes are available on weekends in April, May & September & every day during high season in summer.

You also have free access to a climbing wall, table tennis, outdoor fitness equipment, beach volleyball and trial and dirt jump Mountain bike areas.

There is a snack bar on site.