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La Châtaigneraie – Gué de Guitard rapids loop from Grotte du Colombier

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La Châtaigneraie – Gué de Guitard rapids loop from Grotte du Colombier

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La Châtaigneraie – Gué de Guitard rapids loop from Grotte du Colombier

01:24

12.4km

390m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 12.3 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.24 km

Sand beach

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This site has the generosity of offering both one of the most beautiful sandy beaches and one of the most energetic and well-known rapids in the Ardèche gorges. Do not hesitate to stop there for a refreshing break.

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3.90 km

Rapide du Padget

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The Padget rapids, located in the Ardèche gorges, are an iconic passage for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. This rapid, with its white water and rocks, offers an adrenaline rush in …

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4.07 km

Cliff Jumping Spot on the Ardèche River

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Nice swimming area. The water here is deep enough to jump off the rocks.

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4.73 km

La Châtaigneraie

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La Châtaigneraie is a beach nestled in the heart of the Ardèche gorges, along the river. The setting is wild and peaceful. Surrounded by imposing cliffs and dense vegetation, this …

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4.80 km

Figueras rapids

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The Figueras is one of the many rapids that punctuate the course of the Ardèche. This one is special, as it marks the exit of the spectacular Cirque de Gaud. …

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4.95 km

Middle Ardèche valley

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Ingenious, in winter but sometimes challenging hike. Pay attention to the water level! If it rains, it may be dangerous due to slippery surfaces or flooding.

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8.13 km

Gué de Guitard rapids

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Here near Rapide du Gué de Guitard you can cross the river as shown on the map. So slightly diagonally across the river bed.
It's not easy, so aqua shoes …

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11.5 km

View of the Gorges de l'Ardèche

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12.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.08 km

2.43 km

566 m

319 m

Surfaces

10.6 km

690 m

581 m

451 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Wednesday 3 June

22°C

12°C

94 %

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La Châtaigneraie – Gué de Guitard rapids loop from Grotte du Colombier

Sand beach

Rapide du Padget

Cliff Jumping Spot on the Ardèche River

La Châtaigneraie

Figueras rapids

Middle Ardèche valley

Gué de Guitard rapids

View of the Gorges de l'Ardèche

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