CANYONING IN SAVOIE
Whitewater Adventures with the Belleville Valley Guides Bureau
The Belleville Valley Guides Bureau invites you to discover canyoning, just a few dozen minutes from your holiday resorts (Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, Les Menuires, Val Thorens). From introductory trips accessible to all to the most challenging routes, plunge into fun and refreshing descents of mountain streams, surrounded by an exceptional natural setting. Guided by experienced professionals, you will explore wild canyons combining jumps, slides, rappels, and crystal-clear pools. Of course, we gladly welcome all canyoning enthusiasts, even those from outside the Belleville Valley!
Four Canyons for All Levels
Discovery Canyoning – Eau Rousse Canyon An ideal route for a first experience! Accessible from age 10, this canyon offers a wide variety of obstacles (slides, rappels, jumps, tunnels), all optional. Groups of 10 people maximum.
➡️ Discover the Eau Rousse Canyon
Advanced Canyoning – Bénétant Canyon
For the more athletic, this challenging canyon offers long, wet rappels, powerful slides, and impressive jumps. Experience and autonomy in rappelling are required. Groups of 6 people maximum.
➡️ See the Bénétant Canyon
Thrill Canyoning – Varlossière Canyon
The only truly local canyon, nestled in the heart of the Belleville Valley. In a remote valley, this wild and unspoiled canyon offers a stark, mineral atmosphere and a secluded route, far from the crowded spots: technical rappels, a few slides and jumps, in a high mountain setting. A classic "mountain" canyon that's more than just fun, reserved for those already comfortable with rope handling and independent rappelling. Groups of 6 people maximum.
➡️ Discover the Varlossière Canyon
Full-Day Canyoning Trip – Montmin Canyon A technical and comprehensive canyon, ideal for a day of alpine adventure. Reserved for experienced participants in good physical condition.
➡️ Explore the Montmin Canyon
Supervision and Safety
All our canyoning trips are led by certified guides (high-mountain guides or canyoning instructors), with extensive experience passed down since the Bureau des Guides was founded in 1967. They ensure your safety and adapt the route to your skill level and the weather conditions.
- ✔️ Equipment provided (wetsuit, helmet, harness)
- ✔️ Safety briefing at the beginning of the session
- ✔️ Group sizes are limited depending on the canyon (up to 10 people for Eau Rousse, 6 for Bénétant and Varlossière) For added comfort and a more convivial experience
- ✔️ Souvenir photos are usually provided by your guides — a practical feature, as few participants have their own equipment for the aquatic environment to capture the outing themselves
Practical Information
- Season: Mid-June to early September
- Meeting Point: Directly at our canyoning base in La Léchère, approximately a 45-minute drive from Les Menuires (except for the Varlossière canyon, where the meeting point is in Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, the only canyon located directly in the Belleville Valley)
- Duration: Between 2.5 and 6 hours depending on the canyon
- Prerequisite: Swimming ability is mandatory
- Access: Easy access from the Belleville Valley and the rest of Savoie — just 15 minutes from Albertville and 1 hour from Annecy
- What to bring: Swimsuit, towel, closed-toe sports shoes, change of clothes
They've experienced it
Check out our customer reviews on our Google listing for the La Léchère canyoning base.
➡️ See our canyoning reviews on Google
FAQ – Everything you need to know before you go
Which canyon should you choose for your first time?
The Eau Rousse canyon is perfect for beginners, with a fun and adaptable course.
Do I need to know how to swim?
Yes, even if the water isn't always deep, it's essential to know how to swim.
Can I bring my children?
Yes, from age 10 for the introductory canyoning course, with the guide's approval.
Are the canyons located in the Belleville Valley?
Only the Varlossière canyon is directly located in the valley, starting from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville.
Our other canyons are located in the La Léchère area, about a 45-minute drive from our resorts.Will we get photos of the trip?
Most of the time, yes: our guides take photos during the descent and give them to you at the end of the trip.
I don't have a car, what can I do?
To minimize the impact of your travel, we offer a free carpooling service: feel free to use it to fill your car or find a ride!
Book your canyoning trip in the 3 Valleys
Looking for a refreshing, fun, and thrilling experience?
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