Canyoning on the Riou de la Bollène - Vésubie Valley

Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur

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A concentration of thrills and alpine nature, a sensational canyon!

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Important information
A time and meeting place will be systematically communicated for all canyons. For the smooth running of the excursion and out of respect for the other participants and the guide, we will not accept any latecomers.
Beyond the scheduled time, the guide may leave the activity and no refund or other compensation will be claimable. However, privatised group outings may deviate from this rule, depending on the conditions defined at the time of booking.

Canyon de la Bollène Vésubie

An exceptional, wild, and secluded route on the outskirts of Nice

The Bollène Vésubie Canyon is the’one of the most beautiful routes from the Vésubie valley. It is a A reliable option for sporty canyoning in the Alpes-Maritimes: a concentrate of sensations, nature and disconnection.

90 €
Bollene canyoning
Azur Canyoning

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Located less than an hour from Nice, Above Saint-Martin-du-Var, this canyon offers total immersion in preserved Alpine nature, far from the bustle of the coast.

As yet little frequented, the Bollène canyon captivates with its authentic and committed character. The route is Complete and varied, alternating jumps into clear pools, natural slides, narrow passages and superb abseils. Each sequence brings its own share of sensations, in a Impressive mineral décor shaped by water.

This canyon is distinguished by its mountainous atmosphere and raw beauty. Here, there are no artificial amenities: you progress through the heart of a wild environment, between limestone cliffs, Mediterranean vegetation, and crystal-clear water. An ideal experience for canyoning enthusiasts looking for true nature and adventure.

Accessible from the age of 16, the Bollène de la Vésubie canyon aims to appeal to sporty families, groups of friends, and individuals looking to push their limits. It asks for a Good physical condition and a desire to experience an intense and immersive day, driven by effort, freshness and adrenaline.

Supervised by the professional guides of Azur Canyoning, equipped with a neoprene wetsuit, helmet and harness, you will evolve in complete safety to fully enjoy this exceptional canyon.

 

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Practical information

A concentrate of thrills and alpine nature,
a sensational canyon!

Your programme

Home

Meet at 8:00 am in the car park to the right of the Borgane picnic area, located 2 kilometres after the village of Lantosque, heading towards Saint Martin de Vésubie.

Preparation

Distribution of the necessary equipment by your guide (approx. 10 mins)

Approach

Approach walk, approx. 5 mins

Safety

Equipment, hardware check and safety instructions (approx. 15 minutes)

Descent

Here we go for about 4 hours of descent

Back

Return journey, about 25 minutes to the Borgane rest stop

End of excursion

Return of equipment (5 mins)

What's included

To make the most of your adventure, all technical equipment is provided:

What you need to plan for

To experience this in the best possible way and to fully enjoy the activity:

Activity supervised by a state-certified guide holding the mandatory insurance policies

Frequently Asked Questions

These routes are a bit longer and therefore require better endurance. They remain perfectly accessible to anyone energetic, comfortable in their movements, and who enjoys physical exertion outdoors.

Not necessarily!
For our day trips, a good level of fitness is sufficient. Whether you are a beginner or already experienced, the most important thing is to want to get moving and discover wild landscapes.

The intermediate routes offer a more immersive and complete experience: the descents are longer and the obstacles (jumps, abseils) are a bit higher. Rest assured, your guide knows every nook and cranny and will adapt the crossing of obstacles according to your comfort and your desires at the moment.

No need to load your bags!
We are passionate about our region and will share our best local recommendations with you after your visit, suitable for all budgets.
Special cases: For the Bollène and Riolan canyons (longer routes), simply bring a bottle of water and some energy snacks (cereal bars, dried fruit or peanuts) to stay energised during the activity.