“The canyon of the twelve arches”, this is the name given by those who discovered it and descended it for the first time a few years ago. No swimming or jumping, a unique canyon of its kind for its particular beauty.
The water flow is highly variable, determined by the season, the temperatures and therefore by the melting waters. The “entrance door” is a thin crack in the hard limestone rocks worked by the flow of glacial waters. The walls are close together, almost touching, leaving only a little space for passage. Small “marmitte”, channels, arches of smooth and compact rock characterize the first part. Here the lamp is a must.
Short rope rappel follow one another at flat stretches with sometimes narrow and semi-submerged passages to then open up completely in the second part of the gorge. It comes out after about 4 hours near the road bridge.
Approach 1 hour. Return 5 minutes.
Main infos:
- 12 natural arches
- 12 rappels
- Starting altitude 2450m
- Exit altitude 1980m
- Vertical drop: 470m
- Length: 1600m
Equipment:
- Costume
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Go-pro or smartphone waterproof case
- Approach shoes / trainers / boots (to be used in the canyon)
Equipment included into the price:
- Neoprene wetsuit and booties
- Helmet
- Harness
- Descender at 8
Price:
- Group: €110 per person. minimum 4 people
- Private: 350€ + 70€ each additional person
Maximum group 9 people per Guide.
The rate includes: the accompaniment of the Alpine Guide and the equipment of common use.
The rate DOES NOT include: the transport that can be done independently or to be agreed with the Guide.
Difficulty level: 3
Period: July – October