Via-ferrata near Montpellier
You want to discover new sensations in a world of vertigo and rock walls along the cliffs of the Hérault and Gard. The via ferrata is made for you and will seduce you!
More and more people are choosing via-ferrata as a new way of discovering the mountain. Why not you? In this way, you will have access to the sensations usually reserved for climbers throughout this vertical hike.
We offer three via-ferrata to discover these joys of verticality. Two near Montpellier (30 to 40 minutes) and one further on the side of Millau, for its change of scenery.
Via-ferrata: Hérault, Gard and Aveyron
Via ferrata of Thaurac, near Montpellier
Close to Montpellier, this via-ferrata is located in the gorges of the Hérault. With many air and underground passages, it is one of the most beautiful in the region.
Via ferrata of Vidourle, between Nîmes and Montpellier
On the borders of the Gard and Montpellier, this via-ferrata is located on the banks of the Vidourle. The originality of this route lies in its crossing over the water.
Via ferrata of Liaucous, near Millau
More distant from Montpellier, it is located between Millau and the gorges of the Tarn, for two courses, of different difficulty. A dizzying atmosphere on the program.
Via-ferrata near Montpellier locations
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Organization of your via-ferrata trip
The via ferrata is a vertical hike
First of all, it is necessary to contact us in order to reserve a slot for your via-ferrata outing. For this, you can reach us on 06 81 72 23 78 or send us an email via our “CONTACT PAGE“.
During your via-ferrata outing, you will be accompanied by a qualified instructor in climbing. All the essential technical equipment will be provided, including a safety harness, via-ferrata lanyards and a helmet.
For your part, you need to bring a pair of sneakers, a sports outfit, a small backpack, a snack, a bottle of water (about 1.5l for 2) and sunscreen if we are in summer .
We will send you the meeting place near the via-ferrata by email (you can also find it on the map on the corresponding page). You will find your instructor there who will equip you on site and take you all along the via-ferrata.
The journey time varies according to the via-ferrata, but also according to other factors such as the size of the group, its level of ease … But as a general rule, it takes around 3 hours between equipment and dis-equipment .
Payment is made on site in cash or by check. Please note, there are no distributors on site. If you wish, you can also pay by bank transfer a few days before.
What is via-ferrata, near Montpellier ?
The via ferrata is a vertical hike on a rock wall equipped with bars and safe line for a secure progression. It is often embellished with different workshops to make it more fun.
Outdoor activities near Montpellier in Hérault and Gard
The via ferrata, literally meaning “railroad”, is a route that is therefore halfway between climbing and hiking. Unlike climbing, these sports routes are equipped with a safeline and many specific metal elements: rungs, rungs, bridges, zip lines, monkey bridge, Nepali bridge … This equipment, sealed in permanence in the rock, allows to progress along the cliff.
Originally, these courses were developed by the Italians to make possible the crossing of the dolomites.
Thrills in the Hérault
Equipped with a harness, helmet and via-ferrata lanyards you will face a high hike in verticality over the Hérault or Vidourle. You will be able to explore these aerial paths offered by the hinterland of Montpellier. Emotions and thrills in the program.
But no panic, our via-ferrata are accessible to all and can adapt according to your level and your apprehensions. Ranging from easy to very difficult, you will overlook the Hérault, Vidourle and Tarn.
You will have access, without previous experience, to the joys of verticality!
