Upper part of Ecouges canyon Vercors massif
Description
The upper part of Ecouges canyon is the most challenging and exceptionnal canyon in the Vercors range.
Only accessible to the more experienced and dedicated canyoneers, this part of the canyon is a must-do featuring a series of steep rappels in a narrow gorge: unforgettable !
Once the 70m cascade behind us, it is possible to keep going with the lower part described above !
For those who want even more, it is possible to chain with the lower part, so to achieve the complete course of Ecouges.
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Price
| Individual price / person | 90.00 € |
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| Group price from 6 people | 80.00 € |
Useful information
| Difficulty | |
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| Duration | |
| Approach walk | 00 : 05 |
| Walking back | 00 : 05 |
| Altitude | 621m |
| Ascent / Descent | 220m |
| Items you must bring |
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| Period | from May to October |
| Department | Isère |
| Area | Grenoble / Lyon / Valence |
| Mountain range | Vercors |
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