Canyoning near Grenoble & Chambéry: the most beautiful canyons of the Vercors, Chartreuse and Bauges

Discover the most beautiful canyons of the Vercors, Chartreuse and Belledonne. From beginner-friendly trips to more sporty canyon descents.

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Slide in Ternèze
From 40€

Ternèze

Beginner half day

Known as the "aqualand" of the Bauges, this little canyon is a real playground for letting your inner child loose! It's a short canyon, with a big slide to get you straight into the mood. Then there's a choice of abseiling, slides and jumps - there's something for everyone! We finish with a small siphon, and off we go again for a second round!

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One of the rappels in Lower Furon
From 45€

Furon bas

Beginner half day

The lower part of the famous Furon. In the same spirit as the upper section, there are abseils, jumps and 2 siphons, with a beautiful finish in a mythical basin. Accessible by public transport, even by bike!

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Slide in Upper Furon at the foot of Vercors
From 45€

Furon haut

Beginner half day

Grenoble's premier canyon for beginners! There are abseils, slides, jumps and even the famous zip line in a wild setting close to the town. This canyon is a MUST for locals.

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From 45€

Moules Marinières

Beginner half day

The playful canyon of Trièves! A bit further south of the Vercors, hidden in a hollow between two mountains, you'll find this delightful surprise. Full of slides, a rappel, lovely narrow passages, jumps, and a 20-meter rappel. All within a lush, forested setting. Perfect for a family outing with children!

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The first rappel in Versoud Canyon
From 45€

Versoud bas

Beginner half day

A jewel in the Vercors near Grenoble. A combination of jumps, ropes, secret passages and a tyro-splash. Only 20 minutes to approach, and 5 minutes to return. A canyon with something for everyone!

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From 50€

Malin

Intermediate half day

Perched in the foothills of the Vercors, this is a well-sculpted canyon. This is a vertical canyon, with a few slides. The end of the canyon is marked by a beautiful 40m waterfall.

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From 50€

Pont du Diable

Intermediate half day

A spectacular and fun canyon in a wild, pristine setting. Rappels, natural pools, and impressive jumps await you in the heart of the Bauges. Pont du Diable (Devil's bridge) is a must-do for thrill-seekers.

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One of the many possible jumps in Lower Ecouges Canyon in Vercors
From 55€

Ecouges bas

Intermediate half day

One of the great classics in the Vercors, the famous 'Ecouges 2'. The aqualand of the Vercors, with its dreamy pools. After warming up on two big abseils, a succession of jumps and slides follow. #youCanJump

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From 50€

Infernet

Intermediate half day

Awe-inspiring! A 30m-deep chasm a stone's throw from Grenoble. A seemingly innocent river plunges over a 30m waterfall into a deep, magical canyon. There are abseils, slides and jumps. A great adventure!

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From 60€

Alloix

Intermediate full day

L'Alloix is in the middle of the Grésivaudan valley, near Saint-Vincent-de-Mercuze. The descent consists of a series of abseils in a forest setting. It's more of a roped descent. The famous 43m abseil is well worth the diversions!

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From 70€

Chailles

Intermediate half day

An extraordinary canyon. This big drain - Chailles - has a flow of 1200 l/s. Away from the crowds, you'll find plenty of jumps, 25m abseiling, extraordinary beauty, natural phenomena and swimming! A sporty descent reserved for those who are comfortable in the water.

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From 75€

Pissarde intégral

Intermediate full day

Less-frequented canyon above Claix. It's a succession of beautiful abseils in a well-sculpted gorge. Ideal for becoming a master of abseiling, or pure training. The grand finale, with an 80m abseil, is sure to impress.

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From 110€

Ecouges Intégral

Intermediate full day

The mythical descent, where there's really everything. The first part is very steep with impressive abseils - vertigo forbidden - and a majestic finish with the 60m waterfall. We then move on to Ecouges 2, which includes jumps and slides. A day of adrenalin in all its forms.

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From 120€

Gorgette Craponoz

Extreme full day

A series of abseils leads to the canyon's highest point. It is clearly visible from the road between Grenoble and Chambéry. Below the Dent de Crolles is a beautiful 120m waterfall, which you descend by spider's thread. Vertigo prohibited.

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From 120€

Ruzand

Extreme full day

No vertigo allowed. This canyon begins at a crescendo with short abseils to warm up before reaching the crux - the 150m waterfall with several splits. Suspension belays and an impressive view. We continue with a big abseil of 60m before attacking the final sequence, a beautiful series of waterfalls that do not exceed 20m. A perfect outing for learning to manage your emotions.

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Canyons around Grenoble and Chambéry


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