8 places to make canyoning in the Cevennes

Looking for a refreshing activity to escape the sun of South France? Here are the best places to make canyoning in the Cevennes.

Located between the Gard and the Lozère, the Cevennes form a mountainous chain part of the Central Massif. Formed in many valleys, the place is also famous for its streams. The Tarn and the Jonte take their respective sources on Mont Lozère and Mont Aigoual. They carved true canyons between the Black Causses, Mejean and Sauveterre. This is what we call today the Gorges du Tarn and the Gorges de la Jonte.

This fabulous natural space is particularly suitable for canyoning. This sport of full nature consists of advancing in the bed of watercourses with variable flow rates. Physically, it’s easy: making canyoning in the Cevennes is always done in the direction of water flow! In addition to the sensations of live water sports, you can learn about climbing techniques.

Get down as a reminder of an abrupt cliff, does it tempt you? Wanderlix offers you to discover this fun, sporting activity that allows you to enjoy a splendid nature.

1. Gorges du Tapoul

It is in the village of Rousses that Wanderlix takes you for the first place of this top. Making canyoning in the Cevennes on this site is a unique experience! It will be to descend the majestic canyon of the Tapoul, considered the wonder of the Aigoual. He is very popular with canyoning enthusiasts from all over France and even further.

Insignificant advantage, a paid shuttle (3,50€ per person) will take you to shorten the approach. The Tapoul canyon is a myriad of cascades, jumping promontories, slides and zip lines. The water is fresh and uncommon clarity. Do not be afraid, obstacles can be avoided and jumps also if you do not feel.

Ah, one last thing: it is possible to pair the activity with the via ferrata of the Tapoul. You will benefit from a substantial reduction.

2. Tines

The town of Tines, on the foothills of the Cevennes, is by itself very attractive. In addition, it includes a small initiation canyon. It is very simple to travel and is about 300 meters! Without difficulty, it will be ideal to make canyoning in the Cevennes with family. Playful slides, invigorating jumps and rocky portions are suitable for all. Water is a pure pleasure that you will enjoy during the dives. She never gets cold! You are advised to take a few minutes in the "mashes of giants" carved in granite. These natural water basins are local treasures.

Let's say that the Tines canyon does not usually flow from July. The activity is therefore best practiced at the end of spring or June. For example, why not take advantage of the May leave to go there?

3. Aumesas

Making canyoning in the Cevennes at the canyon of Aumessas is to advise everyone. It’s one of the best known in the region, first because it’s one of the longest. Think about it: almost a thousand meters long to travel in more than four hours! It is therefore a true hike in the heart of an exceptional natural setting.

Technically enough, it has the added advantage of being very wild and less frequented than others. Not equipped with artificial infrastructure, this sublime goulot consists essentially of stunt reminders. Yes, you will be literally rinsed by this course of aquatic endurance. It is to be reserved for sportsmen or people with good physical shape.

For others, escapes exist and make it possible to bypass too demanding obstacles. Then if they borrow them, they will double the group and will be able to rest in the rocky vasques... Don’t hesitate, go on site in the summer for unforgettable adventures.

4. Sucy Canyon

Yes, it is possible to make canyoning in the Cevennes in the Sucy canyon without worries. Well, it was easy, but surely as much as this water hike in Saint-Jean-du-Gard. The site is particularly known for its narrow and goury, uncommon geological characteristics. It is easily accessible from Anduze. Moreover, why not complete the descent of the canyon by a hike in the hinterland?

The starting point is given to the picturesque Roman bridge of the Soucy. The itinerary is quite unengaged except in two places where it is possible to jump from a dozen meters high! The course is half a mile long and it takes three good hours to complete. Your monitor will push you to overtake you... or, if necessary, show you what path to take to avoid panic.

Go!

5. Tarn sources

When, and especially where to make canyoning in the Cevennes to be close to nature? Our advice: come in June and September survey the Tarn sources, equipped with your shoulder harness and your combination! The site is one of the most popular in the region, which is why we recommend you avoid high summer season (July and August). But what a show: we understand why attendance is so high!

Canyoning in the Tarn sources does not pose any difficulties and novices will have for their money. After a short approach of twenty minutes in the altitude forest, you arrive on the area. Geographically, you will find yourself above the pretty village of Pont de Montvert. We have to go through swimming, easy jumps and breaks in natural vasques are on the menu. Come discover this with family, you will be conquered!

6. Canyon of Orgon Waterfalls

Orgon stunts are one of the places where to make canyoning in the most famous Cevennes. This is largely due to the fact that the gardois site, exceptionally aesthetic, has been highlighted by the “Les carnets de l’Aventure” broadcast on France 2. Sorry about Antenne 2, at the time...

It has largely contributed to the development of this discipline by making it known to the general public. And it’s so much better, otherwise Orgon’s canyon might have stayed in the shade and you wouldn’t have had the opportunity to go through it. It measures almost two kilometers and consists of a series of waterfalls more or less reversing. It also includes some memorable slides such as the Icare slide which allows a nice jump in a pot.

This very sunny canyon is ideal in the early season, until early August. After this date, its flow rate is no longer sufficient to allow it to explode!

7. The Bramabiau Canyon

What a fabulous beauty! The nature around the Bramabiau Canyon is fantastic. It must be said that it is in the middle of the Cevennes National Park. The descent is very playful and not technical. However, regulations related to the preserved location limit the number of participants and groups. In general, the descent of Bramabiau is prohibited on Tuesday and Thursday.

Making canyoning in the Cevennes on this site is linking two separate sections. The first is similar to an aquatic hike while the second is more engaged. This is the last part that provides the most sensations: jumps, slides and reminders. Also, the water is hot enough and the sun, not embarrassed by sparse trees, is set. We recommend it to families with children or groups of novices who just want to have fun. It takes three hours to complete the course.

8. Roujanel Canyon

Pied-de-Borne, Lozère , is one of the best places to make canyoning in the Cevennes. The course we are going to offer is a complete activity. Everything starts with an approach hike under one Châtaigneraie . The start is given: a very smooth first part precedes a simpler second. But the latter will ask to jump many times between two and eight meters high!

It is in the first part that does not offer any escape and flow that can generate siphons that are hard to score. In addition, a high flow generates some siphons hard to detect. This splendid river located on the border between Ardèche and the Lozère sees a water of great purity.

We advise you to be in good physical shape and/or have already practiced this sport to try Roujanel. But once in, what satisfaction to evolve in such a grandiose natural space!

Practical information

Rates

Practice canyoning in the Cevennes is free with your own equipment . If you choose to call a company, count between 40€ and 80€ per person. These prices include the right of access to the site and the rental of the equipment (case, combination to your size, muskets, baudrier...). These rates are quite similar to each other, regardless of the spot chosen.

Additional information

Here are some additional information before you decide to make canyoning in the Cevennes:

• It is essential to know how to swim. You evolve in sometimes fast waters;
• Think about sun cream and take a bottle of water. And avoid, in the summer, the journey to the hottest times;
• This sporting activity is weather conditions. Your path is likely to be closed if a heavy rain increases the flow of water for example;
• Enjoy a comfortable and solid outfit. In addition, shoes must be adherent to wet rock, are obligatoryly closed and must maintain the ankle properly;
• One integral neoprene combination, neoprene socks, one helmet, Recall ropes and one baudrier are indispensable. If you rely on a company, the specific material will of course be provided to you;
• It is essential toobtaining parental authorization when you are a minor. Canyoning is practiced at the age of 8. Sometimes you'll have to present a medical certificate If you're over 55 years old. If you don’t have any contraindication (arthritis, diabetes, heart problems, pregnancy or epilepsy), it’s all right;
• Make sure you do. follow the instructions given to make the most of this extraordinary moment!

You are ready to go on the assault of the cevenol canyons!