2019 260719165428 Www.scalpfoto.comWhatever your age or level, dive into the heart of the surrounding rivers for invigorating, original and fun experiences just a stone’s throw from Vars!
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2019 260719154523 Www.scalpfoto.comVars has the enormous advantage of being located at the crossroads of 3 rivers ideal for whitewater activities: the Durance for families, and the Guil and Ubaye for more sporting outings.
Rafting, canorafting, kayaking or aquarando, all in the water for a unique experience.
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2019 260719151641 Www.scalpfoto.comFor the more adventurous, take a rafting trip down the gorges du Guil. Just 30 minutes from Vars, discover one of the region’s most beautiful natural gems. Nestling on either side of magnificent cliffs, the Rivière du Guil can be explored in several sections, depending on the season and water levels. Reserved for the most intrepid and sporty, its many rapids will require your responsiveness, tonicity and a good stroke of the paddle! In short, a good dose of adrenalin awaits you in an extraordinary setting.
Why not try out the “queen” of river craft: kayaking! Start by familiarizing yourself with the boat in the basin. Then learn to “read” the river, discover basic maneuvers, kayak balance and safety principles. All these learning sessions will give you the unique sensation of gliding. Courses are also available if you wish to go further. You’ll be the captain of your own boat, sailing in a setting worthy of the most beautiful kayaking videos. Another alternative to try out: accompanied double kayaking!
2019 260719171747 Www.scalpfoto.comA wide, braided river of turquoise hues, with a rainy-nival regime and fed by glaciers, the Durance is an ideal playground for discovering whitewater sports. Its course through the heart of the valleys from Guillestrois to Embrunais ensures an outing that’s suitable for everyone (families, beginners, friends…) but also “picture postcard” views of the surrounding mountains. A special feature is the famous Rabioux wave at Chateauroux les Alpes, which promises to be a thrilling ride.
A river with a European reputation, renowned for its many passages (Millenium, triple chute, la grille…), the Guil is undoubtedly one of the finest whitewater rivers in the département. The Guil river is also renowned for its beauty in the heart of the gorges of the same name. Its succession of rapids makes for a challenging and sporting descent.
On the other side of the Col de Vars, you can discover the Ubaye valley and its river of the same name. Preserved, mythical and wilder than ever, the Ubaye offers a range of different navigation routes to suit everyone.
A great white-water classic, it combines the beauty of a natural site with the variety of its rapids to give you the thrill of a lifetime.
Continue your refreshing interlude with an outing around our high-altitude lakes!
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