Furon canyon - LOWER part

cascade Furon bas
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douche en canyoning Vercors
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Pose canyon Vercors
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canyoning à Grenoble, Furon Vecors
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canyon du furon bas
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Cascade canyon du Furon bas Grenoble
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cascade de tuf en canyoning
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rappel sous cascade en canyon
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saut dans le canyon du Furon bas
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PRICE

HALF DAY DAYDAY
48€/person 80€/person
44€/person (group) 75€/person (group)
Group rates: to benefit from this rate, you must already have a group of at least 6 people.
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    • Book this half-day / day

    DESCRIPTIONS & INFORMATION

    The lower part of the Furon canyon is the most accessible by public transport from Grenoble. This lower section is a little shorter than the upper part of the Furon, but still very bucolic!

    A short approach walk takes us to the first obstacle, a well-watered abseil to pass under a wedged boulder forming a beautiful natural arch! Then a series of basins before arriving at this superbly beautiful 20m abseil in the shape of a sail, the famous tufa waterfall. This is followed by a succession of syphons (not compulsory) and jumps of up to 8m for those who want them.
    As with the upper section, the lower section of the Furon canyon is ideally suited to discovering the activity, with very little commitment required and all the obstacles easily avoided. Another canyoning experience accessible to all, just outside Grenoble and the Vercors!

    You can follow on to the upper part of the Furon canyon for a great canyoning day: the complete Furon canyon.

    10 years
    Approach walk: 25 minutes
    Return walk: 1 minutes
    Duration: 3 hours for the half-day trip and 5 to 6 hours for the full-day trip
    Period: from April to the end of September (depending on conditions/flows in the years)

    EQUIPMENT

    Provided :
    VERTIC'O provides all the equipment necessary for progression and safety.
    A 5mm neoprene wetsuit, neoprene socks, harness, helmet and descender. Bags, ropes and waterproof canisters are also provided.
    All our equipment complies with PPE standards and is regularly checked.

    Required :
    A swimming costume
    A pair of closed shoes (trainers or hiking boots)
    A bottle of water (1.5 litres for two people)
    Energy bars
    A lanyard if you need to take your glasses with you
    A picnic if you are going on a day trip

    LOCATION : Furon canyon LOWER part

    Meeting point at the Cuves de Sassenage car park (38360)
    (GPS : 45°12'29.1"N 5°39'25.5"E)
    10 minutes from Grenoble, 45 minutes from Chambéry, 1 hour from Lyon and 1h from Valence.

    FURTHER INFORMATION

    Here are a few important rules for canyoning

  • You must be able to swim and not be afraid of water.
  • You must not have any serious medical problems (heart or respiratory problems, back problems, prostheses or other serious antecedents).
    Asthmatics must also be informed at the time of booking.

    • Don't hesitate to contact us if you find yourself in one of these situations (or others), and we can check together, on a case-by-case basis, whether or not canyoning is possible.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    1What is the difference between Furon canyon UPPER part and Furon canyon LOWER part ?
    The lower section is a little shorter than the upper section, less challenging and the obstacles are different. You'll love this part for its calm, bucolic atmosphere, beautiful abseils and syphons (not compulsory).
    2How can I get to Furon LOWER part by public transport?
    Buses and trams leave from Grenoble city centre and can drop you off a 5-minute walk from the meeting point. Don't hesitate to ask us, we'll explain the exact route.
    3Are there any jumps in this section?
    Yes, and as in all canyons they are not compulsory. You can always walk around them or use abseiling if you prefer.
    4How high is the Furon LOWER's biggest jump?
    6m, it's the last obstacle in this lower part.
    5Is the Furon UPPER + LOWER part canyoning day reserved only for serious sportsmen and women?
    No, it's a very accessible day out, as the 2 sections are not continuous. We'll do the lower section in the morning, then have a picnic/break in a park in the sunshine before setting off again for the upper section in the afternoon.
    FAQ CANYONING

    A WORD FROM THE GUIDES

    XAVIER
    The morning is absolutely calm and the colours of the lower Furon are magnificent. This part of the river complements the upper section very well, making it the ideal day to discover canyoning without getting scared.
    CHARLIE
    A real treat in the morning, when the light is so brilliant! This canyon is ideal for an introduction to abseiling and offers some really cool jumps! The site is very quickly accessible by bike or public transport from the centre of Grenoble, so what more could you ask for?

    How does a canyoning trip in Grenoble work ?

    You've decided to sign up for a canyoning trip in Grenoble, and to do so you've chosen the Vercors ? We'll tell you everything you need to know about this canyoning session in the Furon low section !

    Once you've contacted VERTIC'O and found a date, you'll receive a confirmation email with all the details for the activity. Whether you're from Lyon, Grenoble or elsewhere, you'll receive an exact link to the meeting place: the canyon car park. You'll also be asked for a few details about yourself so that we can get the right wetsuit in the right size. Is everything OK with you and us ? Then it's TIME TO GO, and we'll see you there on the day !

    You'll meet your instructor (Charlie or Xavier) at the canyon car park. From there, we'll get all the gear you need for canyoning in the Vercors massif, then start the short approach walk uphill to the start of the canyon.

    Before you enter the water, we'll give you a briefing, which is very important for your safety in the canyon. Whether you're a novice or an experienced canyoneer, we'll explain all the different methods we'll be using to overcome the obstacles. We'll also talk about what you'd like to do so that this canyoning trip is a great way to discover the Vercors !

    Inside the canyon, we'll always stay together. Whether it's during jumps, slides or abseils, we'll always explain the safety instructions and adapt the obstacles as best we can.

    The return walk will be flat in just 5 minutes. Back to the cars, you're free !

    See you soon in the lower part of this beautiful Vercors canyon!

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