Canyoning in Annecy : Angon canyon and waterfall
Annecy canyoning
Angon canyon
We offer canyoning on the shores of Lake Annecy with a descent of the waterfall and the Angon canyon. The Angon canyon is located above the village of Angon and in the commune of Talloires Montmin. This canyon is also located in Haute-Savoie near Annecy and 30 minutes from Albertville. You can also find the Angon guidebook on descente-canyon.com.
Canyon Angon : 2 versions with different levels of difficulty
Very challenging or
discovery version
In terms of canyoning in Annecy, we offer you the Angon canyon with its 2 versions of varying difficulty.
Firstly, a very challenging canyoning trip open to adults and children aged 14 and over in VERY good physical condition. A technical descent, it also includes some vertiginous abseils. In addition, the sequence of the “high” part and then the “low” part of the canyon also represents a very sporty canyoning descent lasting around 3h to 3h30.
Secondly, a discovery canyoning trip open to adults and children aged 12 and over in good physical condition. The descent is less vertiginous, but still technical, with 3 abseils, one of which is around twenty metres long. It takes around 2h30 to descend the “lowe” part of the Angon canyon.
Both versions of the Angon canyon are aquatic and fun. There are also optional jumps and slides, as well as an approach and return walk. Note that abseiling is compulsory in the Angon canyon.
Angon canyon : “upper” and “lower” sections
“Upper” and
“lower” parts
As far as canyoning in Annecy is concerned, the Angon canyon is also one of the most beautiful canyons in Haute-Savoie.
The first part of the canyon, known as the “high” part, is much more technical and vertiginous. The descent begins directly with a 30-metre vertical abseil into the Angon waterfall. This is followed by a 25-metre spider abseil (abseiling into the void without touching the wall). It is therefore strongly recommended that you have already abseiled and are not prone to vertigo. The approach is also more demanding.
The second part of the canyon, known as the “lower” section, is more accessible. It does, however, include some compulsory abseils of around twenty metres. It’s also a descent that requires a minimum of physical fitness and a desire to push yourself.
In conclusion, on both the ‘high’ and ‘low’ sections, you’ll find yourself in beautiful narrow passages carved out of the limestone rock and in a wild, green environment. Situated on the shores of Lake Annecy, the Angon canyon makes a great technical, fun and varied canyoning trip.
Angon very challenging
Technical and vertiginous
45-mn approach hike 200m ascent
Canyoning descent 3h-3h30
15-minute return walk
Children aged 14 and over
8 people max/group
Angon very challenging
Technical and vertiginous
45-minute approach hike and 200m ascent
Canyoning descent approx. 3h-3h30
15-minute return walk
Children aged 14 and over
8 people max/group
Angon discovery
Fun and sporty
30-mn approach hike 100m ascent
Canyoning 2h30
15-minute return walk
Children aged 12 and over
10 people max/group
Material supplied
Neoprene wetsuit, canyoning harness, helmet, canyoning bag...
What you need to take
Bathing suit or shorts. Tennis type shoes. Aquashoes prohibited.
You can reserve a pair of SELAND canyon shoes with Emmanuelle when you book. Allow an extra 10€ per pair of shoes. Please note, however, that we only have a limited stock available. RESERVATION MANDATORY.
Insurance
Personal liability insurance MANDATORY.
Appointment
The appointment time will be communicated to you by Emmanuelle when you make your reservation.
Payment
Payment must be made on site by cheque or cash. We do not accept credit cards or vacation vouchers.
Canyoning outdoor activity
First of all, canyoning is an outdoor sporting activity with no need for a boat. It involves walking, swimming and crossing obstacles in different ways, either by jumping, sliding, abseiling. It is therefore essential to know how to swim.
Secondly, the approach, descent and return times are given as a guide only, and may vary according to weather conditions, how often the canyon is used and the level of the group.
Please note that canyoning is not recommended for people who are sensitive to vertigo or have weak backs. So please, don’t force anyone to come. It is OBLIGATORY to inform us of any physical or mental handicap when you make your reservation, just as it is required to inform the guide before your departure in canyon.
