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Canyoning at Saint-Auban: the sporting clue of the Alpes-Maritimes

Immerse yourself in the Saint-Auban clue, a 1km-long aquatic course in the heart of the Estéron river. A 40-metre zip line, jumps of up to 7 metres, waterfalls and slides... Thrills guaranteed in an unspoilt natural setting. For children aged 12 and over.
OUR FORMULAS

Our canyoning packages

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Canyoning Half-day

55€/person

Duration 2 hours on site
Level : Beginner to intermediate
Age From age 8
Canyons available Gours du Ray, Gorges du Loup

The perfect introduction to canyoning. Slides, jumps (optional) and swimming in turquoise pools. Ideal for a first experience with family or friends.

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Full-day canyoning

80€/person

Duration 4h on site
Level Intermediate to sporty
Age From 12 years old and max 70 years old for sports courses
Canyons available Cascades de Courmes, Riolan, Clue d'Aiglun, Saint-Auban, Maglia

A day of total immersion in the gorges. Impressive abseils, technical sections and breathtaking scenery.
For adventurers looking for a thrill.

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Paragliding + Canyoning combo

190€/person

Level All levels
Age From age 8
Included Paragliding flight + Canyon + Free photos/videos

Experience two adventures in one day! Go paragliding in the morning, then dive into the gorges in the afternoon. Photo and video memories included.

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The Canyon

The Saint-Auban clue: an intense canyon in the heart of nature

The setting :

Nestling in the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur, the Clue de Saint-Auban is a jewel in the crown of the Alpes-Maritimes. The canyon winds its way down the Estéron river between two imposing 200-metre limestone cliffs. A spectacular, south-facing setting where the local flora and fauna flourish in complete tranquillity.

Location:

  • Close to the Verdon
  • Village of Saint-Auban (Alpes-Maritimes)
  • Quiet, unspoilt setting, authentic mountain atmosphere

How to find us :

  • From Nice : ~1h15
  • From Castellane : ~30 min
  • From Grasse : ~1h
  • 5-minute shuttle from the meeting point to the canyon entrance
  • Quick return to the car park after the descent

Special feature: Ideal for those who don't like long approach walks!

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Course features

The course in detail: 1 km of aquatic sensations

Saint-Auban is renowned for its complete aquatic course and its dense succession of obstacles. There's never a dull moment: waterfalls and jumps, slides and rope crossings follow one another for maximum thrills.

Technical specifications :

  • Length: 1 km of canyon
  • Difference in altitude: 115 metres
  • Water temperature: 10-13°C (neoprene wetsuit compulsory)

Obstacles:

  • 40-metre zip line: the highlight of the course, arriving directly in the water!
  • Jumps up to 7 metres: several jumps of different heights (3m, 5m, 6m, 7m)
  • 11-metre waterfall: possibility of jumping or going around it
  • Natural toboggans: slide down crystal-clear pools
  • Rappels: several sections of rope descent

Duration: Full day (~3h active descent). 5-minute shuttle to the start.

Level : Sporty - for motivated, sporty fans, guaranteed to thrill.

You are starting out in canyoning ? Visit Gour du Ray or Gorges du Loup are perfect for a first outing. Do you like challenging routes? Visit Riolan canyon offers a 3km descent through the Estéron valley. Fancy a little adventure? Discover our gift vouchers.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Give the gift of an unforgettable moment!

Give the gift of unique aquatic sensations in the Alpes-Maritimes. The gift voucher is valid for 1 year and can be used on all our water activities.

 

Price: €80/person

Group and event packages :

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SCHEDULE

How does a canyoning trip to Saint-Auban work?

  1. Meet your canyoning guide

Meeting point to be announced when booking (village of Saint-Auban). Bring a picnic and a change of clothes for the return journey.

 

  1. Shuttle for canyon access

A 5-minute walk to the entrance to the clue. No long walk to get there!

 

  1. Equipment and safety briefing

Your qualified instructor will equip you: neoprene wetsuit compulsory (water temperature 10-13°C), helmet and harness. Full briefing on canyoning safety instructions.

 

  1. The descent: thrills guaranteed

An intense sequence in the Saint-Auban clue: progressive jumps, slides, abseils... The highlight: the 40-metre tyrolienne with a finish in the water! Canyoning under the constant supervision of your guide.

 

  1. Back to

Short ascent and shuttle back to the car park.

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OUR CANYONS

Our canyoning spots in the Alpes-Maritimes

The hinterland of Nice is home to some of the most beautiful canyons in France. Less than an hour from Nice, these gorges offer an exceptional playground. Depending on your level and your desires, we'll guide you to the ideal canyon.

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GOURS DU RAY ⭐ Best seller

Our signature canyon!

Its crystal-clear pools and fun slides make it the ideal spot to discover canyoning.

Jumps of up to 10m available (always optional). The most spectacular setting in the region.

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Gorges du Loup

Located near Gourdon, this canyon offers a fun-filled course perfect for families. Natural slides and small jumps in an unspoilt environment. The ideal introduction for children.

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Courmes waterfalls

A complete adventure with a 3h30 descent. The highlight: a vertiginous 65-metre abseil down a waterfall. An aesthetic canyon that combines technique and contemplation.
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Riolan

One of the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. Its two cirques offer a breathtaking backdrop of crystal-clear pools and abseils in an unspoilt environment.

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Clue d'Aiglun

For those who love a challenge. A technical canyon with challenging sections and impressive jumps. Physical condition required to fully enjoy the adventure.

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Saint-Auban

Nearly Castellane, A wild, unspoilt canyon. Successive abseils in a high mountain atmosphere. For those looking for authenticity.

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Maglia

A full day in the Roya valley, including a picnic. Many abseils and technical passages for a total immersion in nature.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the St Auban canyon

Where is the Clue de Saint-Auban?

In the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur, the canyon runs down the Estéron river near the village of Saint-Auban in the Alpes-Maritimes. 30 minutes from Castellane and close to the Gorges du Verdon. Approximately 1h15 from Nice.

Saint-Auban offers a complete aquatic course with a 40-metre zip line (arriving in the water!), jumps of up to 7 metres, slides and abseils. All set in a spectacular clue between two 200m cliffs.

No! a 5-minute shuttle bus takes you directly to the canyon entrance. Quick return to the car park after the descent. Perfect if you don't like long hikes.

Saint-Auban is a sporty canyon recommended for motivated people in good physical condition. For a first experience or for beginners to canyoning in Saint-Auban, we recommend the Gours du Ray or the Gorges du Loup (introductory canyoning course).

55€ per person for the day. Full equipment, shuttle and qualified instructor included.

The canyon is open from 1 April to 31 October, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays only (canyon access regulations). Canyoning weather conditions are checked before each outing.

Book your canyoning trip

Ready for an adventure in the Saint-Auban clue?

Enjoy a unique canyoning experience in the heart of the Alps. Thrills guaranteed!

📞 Do you have a question? Call us on 06 87 68 71 90 We love talking to you to personalise your experience!

Weather cancellation = free postponement with voucher valid for 12 months.

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