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All technical equipment is provided by CANRIV. Please remember to bring: Swimsuits for the whole family Closed-toe athletic shoes

FAMILY CANYONING: AN ADVENTURE FOR EVERYONE!

Looking for an activity that appeals to parents and kids alike? Forget the crowded water park. Family canyoning in Rhône-Alpes is the nature adventure that brings everyone together—from 6-year-olds to active grandparents—in a wild and spectacular setting.
Waterfalls, natural slides, jumps, and rappelling… every member of the family will leave with memories to last a lifetime!

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Families : Discover our best canyoning adventures

Angon Sensation

Tu connais Angon Découverte ? Angon Sensation, c’est le niveau au-dessus. Même cadre sauvage et préservé au-dessus d’Annecy, mais cette fois on va chercher les trois plus belles cascades du canyon. La dernière culmine à 35 mètres. C’est grand. C’est beau. Et c’est une expérience qu’on n’oublie pas. 45 minutes de marche d’approche dans la forêt pour mériter le canyon. 3 heures dans l’eau, les cascades et les rappels. 10 minutes de retour. Une journée complète dans un des plus beaux coins de Haute-Savoie.

Furon Canyon: The Complete Guide

The Grenoble Furon Intégral canyoning tour combines the Furon Haut and Furon Bas routes into a single-day adventure. It features zip lines, 20-meter rappels, jumps of up to 12 meters, siphons, and slides in the Vercors Massif. A full day of canyoning just 15 minutes from Grenoble. Book your Grenoble Furon Intégral canyoning tour now—spaces are limited.

Lower Furon Canyon

Canyoning at Grenoble Furon Bas has been the gold standard since the 1990s. A 20-meter abseil with a tufa waterfall, jumps of up to 12 meters, and optional siphons in the Sassenage caves—3 hours of thrills just 15 minutes from downtown Grenoble. What makes the Grenoble Furon Bas canyoning route unique: it’s the only canyon accessible by public transportation from the city. No car needed. Ages 10 and up, all skill levels welcome, certified guide.

Upper Furon Canyon

Canyoning at Grenoble Furon Haut is the most popular canyon in Isère. Zip lines, jumps of up to 9 m, slides, and rappels in the Vercors Massif—3 hours of thrills just 15 minutes from Grenoble. Canyoning at Grenoble Furon Haut is suitable for all skill levels, whether with family or friends, for ages 12 and up. A certified guide is included.

Montmin Canyon

Lush pools, tuff waterfalls, a cave with limestone formations, and a slide. Canyoning in Annecy Montmin is the perfect activity for a refreshing family outing, just 10 minutes from Lake Annecy.

Complete Ecouges Canyon Tour

The Ecouges Intégral Canyon tour combines the upper and lower sections of the Vercors in a single day. With 8 hours of rappelling down to 70 m, jumps, and rugged sections—the Ecouges Intégral Canyon is rated 4/4 and is reserved for experienced adventurers. Ages 16 and up. Certified guide included. The most intense canyoning day in Isère.

The Lower Ecouges Canyon

The Lower Ecouges Canyon offers rappels of up to 28 m, daring jumps, and natural slides in the wild setting of the Vercors. Just 30 minutes from Grenoble, the Lower Ecouges Canyon is the go-to spot for an intense half-day adventure with family or fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Ages 12 and up. Difficulty level 3/4. Certified guide included.

Groin Canyon

Ready for the Groin Canyon in Artemare? Siphons, drops of up to 12 meters, and 130-meter swims in a 30-meter-high gorge: an extraordinary experience in the Bugey region, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Lyon and 1 hour from Chambéry.

Chaley Canyon

Want to explore the Chaley Canyon in the Bugey region? Natural slides, jumps of up to 7 meters, siphons, and caves to explore: this full-length course is open to children ages 6 and up, with crystal-clear spring water year-round. The perfect adventure for families in the Ain department.

Grenant Junior Canyon

The Grenant Junior Annecy Canyon is the perfect first canyoning adventure for kids. Natural slides, guaranteed laughter, and 2 hours of family fun—the Grenant Junior Annecy Canyon is open to children ages 8 and up, difficulty level 1/4. Certified guide included.

Who is family canyoning for?

For everyone. Really. At CANRIV, we always tailor the climbing route to each group’s skill level and age. You don’t need to be a top-level athlete or have any prior climbing experience. Our state-certified instructors are there to guide, reassure, and help everyone progress at their own pace.

👶 For children ages 6 and up
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to parents of all skill levels
🧓 Suitable for active grandparents
✅ No experience required

Why is canyoning the perfect family activity?

Canyoning is much more than just a river hike. It’s an experience that brings a family closer together:

Children push themselves and gain confidence
Parents are rediscovering the joy of playing in nature
Everyone experiences the same emotions at the same time
No screens, no distractions—just nature and the group

It's the ultimate family outdoor activity in the Rhône-Alpes region!

Our family-friendly canyons near you

We serve the entire region so you don't have to drive for hours before you can enjoy:

🏔️ Near Annecy: The Angon Canyon—a natural slide, small jumps, and accessible rappels. A perfect classic for a first family canyoning outing.

🏔️ Near Chambéry & Aix-les-Bains: The Grenant Canyon in the Chartreuse Mountains—a wild setting, a fun trail, ideal for families with children ages 6 and up.

🏔️ Near Grenoble: The Versoud Canyon, located in the Vercors Gorges, offers exceptional family-friendly routes, accessible from Grenoble in less than 45 minutes. A unique natural playground for an unforgettable family canyoning outing.

🏔️ From Lyon: There are several options—the Grenant Canyon, the Chéran Canyon, and even the Versoud Canyon—all within an hour’s drive of Lyon. You can go canyoning with your family near Lyon without having to be away for a whole week!

Safety First

At CANRIV, every family canyoning trip is carefully planned:

Selecting a canyon based on the group's age and skill level
Checking weather conditions and water flow
Complete equipment provided: wetsuit, helmet, harness, neoprene socks
Comprehensive safety briefing before departure
Supervision by state-certified instructors trained in first aid

You enjoy yourself; we'll take care of the rest.

Questions about our canyoning trips

We'll answer all your questions

At CANRIV, we welcome children ages 6 and up on family outings. The route is always chosen based on the age of the youngest member of the group. Your children are in good hands.

This is recommended but not always required. Some family-friendly routes involve very little swimming. Please let us know each family member’s skill level when you make your reservation, and we’ll choose the appropriate canyon accordingly.

Allow between 2.5 and 4 hours in total, including time for gear setup, the approach hike, the canyon descent, and gear takedown. The canyon descent itself usually takes between 1.5 and 2 hours, depending on the route. It’s a full half-day, designed so that even the youngest participants come home tired but not exhausted. 😄

All technical equipment is provided by CANRIV. Please remember to bring:

Swimwear for the whole family
Closed-toe athletic shoes

Yes! We offer family-friendly canyoning trips near Grenoble, particularly in the Vercors and Chartreuse regions. Breathtaking scenery, less than an hour from the city. Contact us to book your trip.

Absolutely. Whether there are 4 or 20 of you, CANRIV organizes canyoning trips for large family groups: family reunions, get-togethers with cousins, multi-family trips… We’ll adapt to your plans.