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CLIMBING AND MAJOR ROUTES IN THE VERDON

Our experienced instructors, authors of numerous routes, will accompany you on the most beautiful routes, which they have often equipped or maintained themselves.

Do you want to defy heights and enjoy an unforgettable experience?

 The Verdon gorges are waiting to be explored. unrivalled climbing adventure. With its vertiginous walls and breathtaking scenery, it's the ideal playground for climbers of all abilities. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, here you'll find legendary routes to conquer, accompanied by the majesty of the cliffs and the murmur of the turquoise river below.

Take up the challenge and let yourself be seduced by the the magic of climbing in the Verdon gorges!

Discover all our outings: initiation, long-distance routes, perfection courses...

Explore all our outings and courses, from beginners to major routes, and let yourself be carried away by the adventure of climbing in the Gorges du Verdon. Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines sporting challenge and natural beauty.

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1) Introductory course for beginners 

Learn the basics and how to use the equipment, the first steps towards autonomy roping up, belaying, movements, abseiling....

Location: Annot / Palud / Castellane
Duration:
half-day
Minimum age : 9 years
Group : max. 8 people

Price: €50 / day / person

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2) Perfection and training

For those who already climb and are self-sufficient, the personalised advice to help you progress From resin to rock, training concepts, rope handling, developing your repertoire of movements, rhythm...

Or simply to discover a new cliff.

Location: Annot/Palud/Castellane
Duration: half-day
Minimum age : 9 years
Group max. 8 people

Price: €50 / day / person

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3) Grand voie

The gorges may seem a little inaccessible. We'll help you choose the route of your dreams, get you there and make sure you "make it". We can also give you the benefit of our adventure terrain equipment or let you climb some brand new routes!

Location: Gorges du Verdon and many others...
Duration: half day or full day
Level required : independent climber
Minimum age Age: 14 years

Price on request

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4) Adventure course

We organise courses, in particular to prepare you for the "aspiring climbing instructor's course list". These courses are not just for future instructors, but can give you the technical knowledge you need to open up your practice to adventure terrain or the mountains. These courses are also a good excuse to test yourself in (relative) safety on the great 'classic' routes of the gorges.

Location: various
Duration: day or more
Level required : independent climber
Minimum age : 16 years old

Price and duration on request

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Our blogs for those who love trad

Lionel Catsoyannis is a leading, if not the leading, trad climber in France. He runs 2 blogs dedicated to the Annot and La Tour sites, where he has practically opened and regularly maintains all the best trad routes.

These 2 blogs are packed with great information and educational videos!

Lionel's YouTube channel with lots of trad tips

THE VERDON'S LEGENDARY ROUTES AWAIT YOU

Climbing and major routes in the Gorges du Verdon

The Gorges du Verdon offer an unrivalled climbing adventure. With its vertiginous walls and breathtaking scenery, it's the ideal playground for climbers of all abilities. Our experienced instructors, authors of numerous routes, will accompany you as you conquer some legendary climbs. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, challenge the void and enjoy an unforgettable experience, accompanied by the majesty of the cliffs and the murmur of the turquoise river below. Take up the challenge and let yourself be seduced by the magic of climbing in the Gorges du Verdon!

Introduction to Climbing for Beginners

For those who want to learn the rudiments of climbing, our introductory courses are perfect. You'll learn how to use the equipment and take the first steps towards independence, such as roping up, belaying, movement and abseiling. Our instructors will take you to some magnificent locations, including Annot, Palud and Castellane. These sessions are suitable for children aged 9 and over, and take place in small groups to ensure personalised attention.

The best way to book? Just give us a call and together we'll work out the best activity for your location, level of experience and budget.

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