Climbing

Gorges du Blavet

Within walking distance from the house is the Gorges du Blavet, a magnificent canyon which is a haven for both climbers and hikers. Here are you can see some of the more popular routes on the right (first) and left (second) side of the Canyon:

Here is a very good website with information about the climbing routes in Gorges du Blavet. Please also check out our website with more information about Gorges du Blavet including an online walking map from the house (La Bouverie centre).

Chateauvert

Offering great climbing opportunities less than 1 hour from the house.The rock is a coarse textured and heavily pocketed limestone, and climbing on it is a real pleasure though hands can suffer from a prolonged visit here. The routes are well bolted almost without exception, and there is a huge range of climbs to choose from.
More details can be found here: link, and here are directions from the house to Chateauvert

Gorge du Verdon

Located 80 minutes from the house, the Verdon Gorge is one of the classic climbing areas in Europe, and one that should be on everyone’s list of places to visit. The routes range from short one pitch technically challenging affairs to multi pitch all day adventures. All the routes share incredible views and perfect limestone rock.

Other climbing areas close to the house

Even closer to the house you have the Massif de l’Esterel and to the north is the Gorges du Blavet. The rock in both areas is red granite with a wide range of sport routes up to 65m long.