A little sister to the more accessible via ferrata, the via cordata is set in a 100% natural environment. The aim is to progress attached to a rope, always in safety, alternating easy climbing, monkey bridges, small caves, zip lines and abseiling.
We offer 3 different routes in southern Ardèche. They are suitable for beginners and no particular experience is required:
- Via corda du Jardin d'Endieu (Berrias-et-Casteljau) Located on the Casteljau peninsula in the heart of the Païolive wood, this is a short walk in the air that winds along a ledge 50 m above the Chassezac river. It offers a unique view of breathtaking limestone gorges. You'll also spot peregrine falcons and Bonelli's eagles. To finish, there's a sensational 40m-high abseil on a spider's thread, with a landing almost with your feet in the water. Swimming available. For children aged 8 and over.
- Via corda du Pont d'Arc (Vallon-Pont-d'Arc) This is a small adventure course 5 minutes from Vallon, upstream from the prestigious Ardèche gorges. We follow the meandering river, along the cliffs, through the garrigue or along the water. The programme includes a walk in the forest, easy climbing, aerial sections, then an arch, a zip line and a 40 m high abseil to land gently at the foot of the river. Swimming available. For children aged 10 and over.
- Via corda KIDS du Pont d'Arc (Salavas) Discover the via corda in complete serenity on a small course designed for the very young. This fun Baby-Via-Corda is accessible to the whole family. A complete micro-adventure that combines the great classics: easy climbing above the river, a small zip line, mini abseiling and a visit to a magical cave with its underground lake. It's a gentle way for toddlers and young children to discover the world around them. No experience required. No passage required. Accessible from the age of 6.
