The Rhône is our life-size playground. No one can resist its vibrant city, its lush green hills, and its valleys that lead straight to the Alps. Thrill-seekers have found their ideal region! When it comes to canyoning, the Rhône is ideally located, with quick access to canyons carved into limestone cliffs and steep, enclosed waterfalls. Every descent turns into a moment of intense joy, creating amazing memories. Not to mention the mountain ranges accessible in less than an hour: The Bugey Massif in the Ain department, with its wild gorges and crystal-clear spring water. The Vercors Massif in Isère, with its vertiginous limestone cliffs. The Chartreuse Massif in Savoie, with its rappelling routes beneath waterfalls and its unique forest atmosphere. The best part: every canyon is just an hour from Lyon. It’s convenient for exploring this beautiful city and its canyons!
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You have every reason to choose the canyons accessible from Lyon! Visiting with your family? With friends? As a group? The gorges and valleys with their limestone cliffs await you for unforgettable outings. With all the right ingredients!
Crystal-clear water
Translucent pools, cool water even in the middle of summer… It’s the perfect combination for jumping in and swimming between waterfalls. And just an hour from Lyon, it feels like another world.
A variety of runs
Natural pools, smooth rocks perfect for sliding down, waterfalls several meters high… All of this along trails of varying lengths, through canyons that are either lush with greenery or very rocky. In short, there’s no way you’ll get bored for even a second.
Routes for Everyone!
Natural slides for beginners, rappelling under waterfalls for those looking for a challenge, and jumps (always optional) to get your adrenaline pumping… Everyone goes at their own pace! Whether you’re 6 or 60, there’s a canyon perfect for you just an hour from Lyon.
A Well-Organized Adventure
We won’t let you explore the canyon on your own. Every step is safe: from the very first descents, discover the joy of making your way through the water with your favorite guide! With helpful advice and attentive guidance, everything is in place for you to have a wonderful time with complete confidence.
Nearby, easily accessible canyons
No need to hike for hours or go away for the weekend. In less than an hour from Lyon, you’ll already be in the heart of the canyon. All you have to do is dive into the adventure!
From Lyon, anything goes. We've put together a list of some water-themed spots that we especially love.
In the Bugey region — Ain department
Chaley Canyon, a hidden gem of nature
A must-do! Perfect for trying out canyoning at your own pace. Everything is bypassable, and you can choose your own route. Natural slides, siphons, and optional jumps into crystal-clear spring water that stays cool all year round. Plus, a historic tunnel from the early 20th century as a bonus. Thrills guaranteed for everyone ages 6 and up.
Groin Canyon: The Ultimate Bugey Experience
For those who are really up for a challenge. One of the most intense descents in the Alps, legendary siphons to navigate while holding your breath, jumps of up to 12 meters, and swims of up to 130 meters in crystal-clear water. This isn’t just any canyon. It’s an experience.
In the Vercors — Isère
Versoud Canyon, a hidden gem just outside Grenoble
A spectacular rocky gorge, pools of incredible colors, and jumps of up to 12 meters in a wild and unspoiled setting. Short but intense, with no downtime. Proof that the Vercors begins much closer to Lyon than you might think.
In the Chartreuse Mountains — Savoie
Grenant Canyon: The Chartreuse Adventure
An incredible canyoning adventure in the heart of the forest. Abseiling under waterfalls, jumps, pools… All set against a backdrop of rock and lush greenery along the Grenant torrent. Suitable for families with children ages 10 and up—fun and varied from start to finish.
Here's what a canyoning trip starting from the Rhône with us is like.
Equipment Setup: We provide you with sturdy gear in excellent condition to protect you from head to toe. This includes a 5mm neoprene wetsuit, neoprene socks, a helmet, and a harness that meet CE standards.
Briefing: tips, safety, paddling techniques… You’ll learn everything you need to know about the trip before you even set foot in the water.
Descent: jumps, rappelling, slides… you progress at your own pace, guided by your state-certified guide.
Memories: As the activity comes to an end, your head will be filled with images—and often a few photos as well!
We'll take care of everything!
5mm neoprene wetsuit. Neoprene socks. CE-certified helmet. CE-certified harness. Technical equipment that complies with CE standards.
As for you, be sure to bring your swimsuit and a positive attitude.
Questions about our canyoning trips
Three must-see mountain ranges exactly one hour from Lyon: the Bugey in the Ain department, featuring the Chaley Canyon and the Groin Canyon; the Vercors in the Isère department, featuring the Versoud Canyon; and the Chartreuse in the Savoie department, featuring the Grenant Canyon. Three radically different settings, all just an hour’s drive away.
Yes, thanks to the Chaley canyon in the Bugey region, which is open to children ages 6 and up and features obstacles that are all optional. The Versoud canyon takes it up a notch with its Level 2/4 course, open to children ages 8 and up. In any case, our state-certified instructors tailor their guidance to the group’s skill level.
Absolutely. The three mountain ranges are exactly one hour from Lyon. A morning drive, a day of adventure, and a leisurely drive back in the evening. You can easily go canyoning from Lyon without having to go away for the weekend.
Allow between 2 and 5 hours in total, depending on the canyon you choose, including gear, the approach hike, the descent, and packing up. Add 2 hours for the round-trip drive from Lyon, so plan on a full day to enjoy the experience at a leisurely pace.
Yes, thanks to the Chaley canyon in the Bugey region, which is open to children ages 6 and up. Every section can be bypassed, there’s no pressure, the water is crystal-clear, and it’s a fun atmosphere from start to finish. It’s the perfect canyon to introduce your kids to canyoning, just 1 hour from Lyon.
