Via souterrata of Caille, near the Verdon

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Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: 2 hrs
Spoken languages: English, French
Minimum age: From 8 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Take the via souterrata de Caille and discover this exclusive activity in Europe, combining via ferrata and caving!

A highly accessible activity, the via souterrata in the Parc de la Moulière, near Le Verdon, is a first in France. This activity combines via ferrata and caving, taking you on a 350-metre descent underground to a depth of 45 metres, where the temperature is between 10 and 12°C. After a short trial run with the instructor, you'll be on your own: get ready to go on an exceptional underground adventure, just 30 minutes from Castellane!

Get ready for an extraordinary experience that will awaken your senses in silent, quiet rooms where you'll hear only the sound of water droplets. You'll move through reduced visibility by the light of your helmet lamps and, if you like, experience total darkness. The underground via ferrata of Caille will impress you not only because of its special features (stalactites and stalagmites), but also because of its route, which involves every member of your body: descending into the cave, crossing monkey bridges and footbridges, then climbing back up to the surface, etc., the via souterrata proves to be more athletic than you might imagine!

If the idea of descending into the underground passages of the Parc de la Moulière doesn't scare you, opt for this extraordinary activity on the underground Via ferrata of Caille! You'll love this perfect blend of caving and via ferrata near the Verdon.

Course of events

- Welcome at the hut (free on-site parking) and equipment: an overall will be given to you to protect your clothes from the clay, and a pair of boots can also be lent to you if your size is available. You will be given a harness (the instructor will help you fit and adjust it), as well as a helmet with a headlamp

- Safety briefing and introductory course next to the hut before you set off: the instructor will explain how the equipment works and how to progress on the via souterrata, so that you are fully prepared to complete the course on your own

- Approach walk: 8 minutes (climb up a rocky path)

- Start of the via souterrata route in total autonomy for around 1.5 hour

- 2 options for leaving the via souterrata: either via a ladder, or a more challenging exit with handholds

- Return walk: 5 minutes (down a rocky path)

- Debriefing with the instructor and return of equipment

Activity requirements

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Minimum height : 1.35 meters

Maximum waistline: 125 cm

Special terms

A minimum number of 2 participants is required for this activity to take place (an adult and a minor or 2 adults).

Call stations are available at the entrance, exit and in the cave, so you can contact the instructor if you need to during the course.

Technical safety explanations are given to groups of an average of 10 people on the introductory course. Afterwards, families or groups set off for the cave entrance.

On site, gloves will be available for rent for 2€.

Included
  • Suit
  • Helmet
  • Head lamp
  • Harness
  • Via souterrata lanyard
Excluded
  • Backpack forbidden
  • Gloves (available for 2€ on site)
Do not forget to bring
  • Pair of well-fitting gloves
  • Closed shoes
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Meeting point
Parc de la Moulière route départementale 281, 06750 Caille Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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  • 5 / 5

super expérience en famille! sensations et rires sont au rdv.

  • 5 / 5

Parfait ! Conditions idéales, endroit magique. Je recommande

  • 5 / 5

Una experienza fabulosa