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Family Via Ferrata weekend in the Pilat Massif

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Family Via Ferrata weekend in the Pilat Massif

In summary

Sports

Hiking / Trekking , Rock climbing
Duration
2 days
Level
Beginner

Levels

Hiking / Trekking

Rock climbing

Beginner

For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

Intermediate

For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

Confirmed

For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.

Advanced

For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.

Expert

For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.

Beginner

For those wishing to try out this activity. No prior climbing experience is required. However, good physical fitness and a head for heights are necessary.

Intermediate

For those who climb during vacations, occasionally on weekends, or in indoor gyms (bouldering or roped climbing). Your level ranges from 4c to 5b when following. You wish to improve your technique and learn the basics of belaying and vertical movement. You want to consolidate your existing skills and develop new technical abilities through several consecutive days of climbing, while also learning crag safety techniques.

Confirmed

For those who climb regularly—at least once a month—either indoors (bouldering or roped climbing) or outdoors. You climb at a 5c/6a level, whether following or leading. You wish to expand your range of movement techniques with the help of instructors. You want to review safety techniques and manage your fears in order to tackle lead climbing.

Advanced

For those who climb once or twice a week, either indoors or outdoors. Your level ranges from 6a to 6c, whether following or leading. You wish to improve your technical and mental skills to consolidate your level, particularly when leading.

Expert

For those who compete or wish to start competing: you want to acquire methods to structure your climbing progression—identifying areas for improvement, creating a pre-competition training plan, or managing your route projects. You want to work on your focus and fear management, organize your physical and mental preparation, and refine your pacing to adopt the right strategy on the routes.
Destination
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes / Loire
Age
From 10 - 90 years
CO₂-Emissions
6.23 kg CO2
Type of stay

This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.

Type of stay
In a group
Languages

French

A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.

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In a few words

In the heart of these vast open spaces, amidst a spectacular setting of forests and cliffs, the Gouffre d'Enfer and Roche Corbière site offers an ideal setting for discovering the vertical world. Supervised by professionals from the FFME (French Federation of Mountaineering and Climbing), the Via Ferrata allows you to experience the thrill of heights with complete confidence, on equipped and accessible routes.

A 100% nature weekend to gain perspective… gently and safely!

An ideal blend of discovery, controlled sensations and shared moments, all in an exceptional natural setting.

So if you want to push your limits or if you've simply never dared to try, now's the time! A change of scenery guaranteed!

The highlights

Via ferrata with a final 200m zip line above the Gouffre d'Enfer dam
Guided by a FFME-certified guide
20 minutes from Saint-Etienne and 1 hour from Lyon

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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner

For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

In figures

Hiking

Average duration/day: 3h30
Average distance/day: 12 km

Via ferrata

Average duration/day: 3h30

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.

Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 8 people

Languages spoken:

French

Supervisor

Program

Day 1

Day 2

Free day: treetop adventure courses or hiking
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h30
- Distance 12 km
- Accommodation Mobile home
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Suggestions for Saturday:
Our top pick: Getting a bird's-eye view in the trees at Parc les Acrobois :
Make way for fun, adventure, and laughter with our treetop adventure courses, accessible to all and perfectly safe. With 14 courses equipped with continuous belay systems (impossible to unclip), over 150 challenges, and a 130m zipline, everyone can progress at their own level, with complete confidence.
Open from May to September.

or hiking: several hiking routes will be provided to help you discover the high plateaus, the Gimel peat bog or the Crêts du Pilat (loops of 10 to 12 km).

Settle into your chalet in the late afternoon.
Day 1
Discover the Via Ferrata of the Gouffre d'Enfer
- Activity Via ferrata
- Duration of the activity 3h30
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
9:00 am: Meet at the Maison de la Montagne et de l'Escalade in Planfoy
Enjoy a more aerial experience with Via Ferrata, supervised by professionals, to discover the vertical environment without pressure.
Guided by professionals, you progress along the rock face using secure equipment: cables, ladders, bridges and walkways.
A fun and accessible activity that allows you to experience real sensations… without being an expert!
• Course rated quite difficult but very well equipped
• Rope bridge, walkways, beams
• Final 200m zip line over the dam: an unforgettable moment!
• Spectacular view of the Hell's Abyss
👤 Suitable for children 1.40m tall and over (approximately 10 years old)

Return and end of activity around 12:00 / 12:30.
Day 2

Accommodation

🏨 Mobile home - Day 1

At an altitude of 960 m, in the heart of the Pilat Regional Natural Park, the Camping Municipal de la Croix de Garry** is located on the edge of a body of water, in a green setting, only 800 meters from the village.

It offers pitches as well as 13 leisure chalets.

Access

Departure

42660 Saint-Genest-Malifaux, France

Day 1 : 15h00

End of stay

42660 Planfoy, France

Day 2 - 12h30

Check-in at accommodation on day 1 from 3:00 PM.

The stay ends on day 2 after the via ferrata activity, around 12:30 pm.

Go to the starting point

Access by car

Travel to the place of stay with parking available

You must come with your own vehicle.

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Price details

The price includes

The via ferrata activity is supervised by a guide.
1 night in a leisure chalet (sheets provided),
the tourist tax.

The price does not include

Meals,
transportation,
towels,
Activities and visits offered as suggestions or not included in the program.

Options

Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

Via ferrata equipment: lanyards, harness, helmet...

Equipment to bring

backpack with water

Clothing to bring

Clothing suitable for outdoor activities and the weather
closed walking or trail shoes

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