Via Corda in the Gorges des Tines at Saint-Jean-d'Aulps, Haute-Savoie
Explore the Gorges des Tines near Morzine on this guided via corda excursion: a via ferrata on a rope featuring abseils and a 23-metre caving ladder!
Practical information
A via corda climb lasting around 2 hours in the heart of the Gorges des Tines in Saint-Jean-d’Aulps.
- Rope climbing without a metal cable, inspired by open-air caving techniques.
- Abseiling and a spectacular climb up a 23-metre ‘Electron’ ladder on the face of the cliff.
- Small groups of up to 10 participants, supervised by a state-qualified instructor.
Course of events
Please allow 2 hours 30 minutes at the venue for the entire experience.
- Welcoming participants in the car park, checking attendance and handing out personal equipment (helmet, harness, lanyards)
- A full briefing on the course layout, how to use the equipment and safety instructions
- A short walk to the start of the trail in the heart of the Gorges des Tines
- Progression along a rope lifeline using two lanyards, vertical sections and abseiling over the river
- Climbing up the rungs and the iconic ascent of a 23-metre ‘Electron’ ladder on the rock face
- A return walk of about 10 minutes to get back to the cars and hand back the equipment
Activity requirements
Participants must not have any medical conditions that would prevent them from taking part in the activity.
You need to be in good physical shape to take part in this activity.
A minimum of 6 participants is required for the activity to take place.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant women.
This activity is not accessible to people with disabilities.
Pets are not allowed to take part in this activity.
The duration and route of this activity depend on the weather.
Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to arrange the time and meeting point.
Spoken languages:
French, EnglishIncluded
- State-certified qualified guide
- Full range of technical equipment (helmet, harness, lanyards)
- Specialist equipment for rope ascents and abseiling
Excluded
- Transport to the meeting point
- Footwear and clothing suitable for the activity
- Personal insurance
Do not forget to bring
- Water bottle
- Closed-toe shoes with grippy soles
- Snacks
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Scale the rock faces carved out by the Dranse d’Abondance river on a via corda session at the Gorges des Tines in Saint-Jean-d’Aulps. Halfway between a via ferrata and underground exploration, this open-air vertical route plunges you into the heart of a wild canyon featuring a succession of giant potholes, sculpted rock formations and exceptional scenery. The Gorges des Tines, carved out of limestone by the torrential erosion of the Savoyard Chablais region, offer a preserved natural setting that remains pleasantly cool during the summer months. This unique outing allows you to experience a genuine mountain adventure just a few minutes from Morzine.
You will be moving entirely on ropes, using two lanyards and a safety line, without the steel cables found on traditional courses. After a warm welcome and a technical briefing on safety rules, you’ll set off up the canyon walls. The route takes you across several vertical sections high above the water and features thrilling abseils. The highlight of the course is undoubtedly the spectacular climb up a 23-metre ‘Electron’ ladder – a flexible ladder typically used in caving. The activity is supervised by a state-certified instructor, ensuring your group receives attentive guidance.
Suitable for those aged 12 and over, this via corda in the Gorges des Tines is aimed at anyone in good physical condition who is capable of navigating an adventure course independently. All the necessary technical equipment is provided, including an approved helmet, a harness and safety lanyards. Although there are no narrow underground passages, this route requires good physical agility and a lack of severe vertigo to fully enjoy the abseils and vertical sections. Each obstacle you overcome highlights the raw beauty of the site whilst ensuring a safe environment.
This adventure is available from May until the end of September, with sessions tailored to the weather to ensure maximum safety for participants. Book your via corda session at the Gorges des Tines in Saint-Jean-d’Aulps now and get ready to soar over the river on this unique vertical route in Haute-Savoie!