 We just can't think of a better way to experience the beauty of Languedoc than in a canoe. Gently floating through the area's many stunning gorges, perhaps with a picnic on board, is our idea of heaven. And the canoeing here is not difficult. Most of Languedoc's rivers are relatively shallow, and any rapids are pretty tame. After a few minutes' trepidation, you'll wonder what all the fuss was about. We promise.
There are lots of rivers in Languedoc - and nearly all have canoeing centres. We've mapped out the major ones. Usually, you rent either a 1-man 0r 2-man canoe and are taken by minibus to your set-off point. You then spend the next few hours floating down-river, past sandy beaches and spectacular rock formations. Rates vary according to the distance - but are between €10 and €40.
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| The Ardèche |
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| The Cèze |
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| The Gardon |
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| The Orb at Roquebrun |
Languedoc's top canoe centres are:
1: The Tarn River
Canoe Canyon Location
Sainte-Enimie
Tel: 04 66 48 50 52
2: The Ardèche River
Alpha Bateaux
Route des Gorges, Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Tel: 04 75 88 08 29
3: The Cèze River
Cap Canoë
Route de Barjac, Saint Ambroix
Tel: 04 66 24 25 16
4: The Gardon River
Kayak Vert
Berges du Gardon, Collias
Tel: 04 66 22 80 76
5: The Hérault River
Canoë Rapido
St Guilhem le Desert
Tel. 04 67 55 75 75
Canoë Le Moulin
34190 St-Bauzille-de-Putois
Tel: 04 67 73 30 73
6: The Orb River
Grandeur Nature
Chemin de Laroqu, Roquebrun
Tel: 4 67 89 52 90
7: The Aude River
Embarquement Immédiat
Canoes & Rafting
3 pl Eglise Sauzils
Tel: 04 68 20 18 45
For more information on all of these canoe sites, visit the Canoe France website at www.canoe-france.com. |
