Canyoning in the Alpes-Maritimes in the Clue d’Aiglun
Full-day canyoning trip, located 50 minutes from Castellane.
The Clue d’Aiglun is a route where jumps, abseils, and aquatic features follow one another in an exceptional narrow gorge setting. For those who already know its neighbor the Riolan, the Aiglun canyon is suited to a sporty audience, with the advantage of being water-filled throughout the season.
This outdoor activity in the Clue d’Aiglun takes place over a full day and is suitable for both beginners and more experienced participants. Highly aquatic, it requires the ability to swim. As the entire route must be completed with no possibility of early exit, a good level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy this adventure full of sensations.
You do not need to be a highly trained athlete: regular physical activity is generally sufficient to participate in good conditions.
Fiche technique : Clue d'Aiglun
- DifficultySporty
- PeriodFrom July to September
- Minimum age14 years old
- Approach hike40 min
- Return hike10 min
- Activity duration4h00
- Total duration6h30
- Equipment to bringSwimsuit, sports shoes, sports outfit, water bottle, light packed lunch.
- Meeting point9:00 AM, Village parking, 06910 Aiglun
- Mandatory jump3 meters
- Mandatory abseiling15 meters
- Price75 € / pers.
The canyoning route of the Clue d’Aiglun, located in the Alpes-Maritimes, is often considered the little brother of the Clue du Riolan canyon. Fun, sporty, and always water-filled, this canyon is unique in that it can be done throughout the entire summer season, whereas most canyoning routes in the region suffer from the dry conditions of southern France and the Alpes-Maritimes.
Who is it for?
The Clue d’Aiglun is a sporty and aquatic canyon, ideal for thrill seekers and lovers of varied natural environments. It is suitable for people comfortable in water, able to swim and move in an exposed environment, from 14 years old. It is a perfect outing for a real adventure with friends (stag/hen parties, birthdays…), groups, or couples.
When?
The Clue d’Aiglun is usually practiced in summer, from July to September depending on water flow conditions. This canyon, well supplied with water even in the summer period, offers a full-day descent in a wild and spectacular environment. An approach hike of about 45 minutes leads to the start, and the descent is continuous with no escape routes, ensuring total immersion until the end of the course.
Where?
Located in the commune of Aiglun in the Alpes-Maritimes, the Clue d’Aiglun is about 50 minutes by car from Castellane and the Gorges du Verdon, and about 1 hour from Nice and the Côte d’Azur.
Your questions, our answers
Are you preparing your canyoning trip in the Clue d’Aiglun? This iconic canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes is a sporty, aquatic, and committed adventure that requires a minimum level of preparation.
Here you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about how the activity takes place, the required skill level, the necessary equipment, and booking conditions.
If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to help you prepare your descent in one of the most beautiful canyons of the Estéron region.
No, previous canyoning experience is not required. However, the Clue d’Aiglun is a sporty canyon, intended for people in good physical condition and comfortable in water.
To go further:
If you’re looking to book a more accessible descent, we invite you to discover our discovery canyon of the Clue du Haut-Jabron.
For another full-day outing near Nice, the Clue du Riolan is an excellent alternative: a must-do sporty and aquatic canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes.
Finally, for the most experienced and athletic participants, you can also choose our more committing route in the Haut-Verdon, the Torrent de la Lance.
Full activity description of the Clue d’Aiglun canyoning:
The Clue d’Aiglun canyoning route is a rather sporty course, intended for participants in good physical condition and comfortable in water. In addition, there are no escape routes along this outstanding descent in the Alpes-Maritimes.
To efficiently organize the vehicle shuttle between the start and finish points, all participants will not necessarily meet at the same place or at the same time.
Once the shuttle has been organized, your certified guide will provide the personal technical equipment required for the descent. This includes a full neoprene wetsuit, neoprene socks, a helmet, and a harness equipped with a double safety lanyard. You will also be given a waterproof barrel and a canyoning backpack to carry your picnic and spare clothes during the descent.
To reach the Estéron river and the start of the Clue d’Aiglun, you will first enjoy a beautiful 45-minute hike through the typical vegetation of the Nice hinterland. Your guide will then help you get equipped and will give you all the necessary safety instructions for the canyoning descent.
The first section consists of long swimming stretches in beautiful narrow pools, combined with jumps and abseils, leading you into the heart of the canyon. In a magnificent and vast sunlit rocky amphitheatre, you will enjoy a picnic break surrounded by stunning scenery.
The second part of the Clue d’Aiglun features more chaotic passages through ancient rock blocks, along with jumps and abseils. You will then reach the final section of the canyon, which is more open but still very fun and playful.
Finally, you will hike back up to the road via a short but steep path, where the vehicles left at the start of the shuttle will be waiting for you.