The French Alps are famous for their insane ski slopes and amazing resorts. While skiing is great, there are many other thrilling adventures you can enjoy in such a beautiful natural surroundings.
The perfect French Alps holiday would not be complete without at least one session of kayaking and sailing in one of its many alpine rivers and lakes. If you love both water and the mountains, these are the sports for you.
Here is a list of the very best reasons why you need to try kayaking and sailing in the French Alps:
- The Best Rivers for Kayaking
Snow melt makes for some of the best kayaking rivers – and the French Alps are certainly not lacking snow. The Alps are famous for their amazing rivers that provide the perfect conditions for kayaking and sailing.
You can opt for some thrilling adrenaline through the swift rapids of the Bonne River or for some unforgettable „wilderness” kayaking on the Guil River.
If you are a beginner, you can choose kayaking on the Guisane River. It is smaller in size and allows for a more relaxed paddle – perfect for learning or relaxation. If you are already advanced, you might want to check the legendary river The Souloise, located in the Ecrins National Park. The long grade IV stretches are sure to kick up that adrenaline rush.
- Great Offers for Everybody’s Taste
If the thought of paddling down a swift river running through the Alps makes your head spin with thrill and terror, you can relax. Kayaking and canoeing come in different levels of difficulty, depending on the location and activities you choose. The good news is that there are plenty of locations that offer a great variety of activity holidays packs for almost any need and preference. You don’t have to worry about equipment either since you’ll find everything you need there.
Whether you are an experienced kayaker or just a beginner, the water sports tourism in the French Alps is incredibly rich and diverse. So, you can make this experience as relaxing or as adventurous as you wish. You can also enjoy some great family offers – you wouldn’t want to miss them out and neither would your family.
- Great Training Programs
One of the great things about kayaking and sailing in the French Alps is that there are numerous professionals with tons of experience in water sports. If your plan for the holiday is to improve your sailing or kayaking skills, this is where your paddle mastery can get a great start.
Look into a training program or a personal instructor to help you navigate your way into water sports more easily. They can also provide you with all necessary equipment and are highly trained in many other water sports related skills. It will be worth every penny.
- Gorgeous Views
The great thing about outdoor sports is that they provide not only a lot of adrenaline but also dramatic and impressive landscapes. Large, tranquil blue lakes or foamy white swift rivers make a gorgeous contrast against the stunning mountain backdrops. Among some of the most beautiful locations for kayaking and sailing in the French Alps is The Serre Poncon Lake with its amazing lake beach.
Equally if not more stunning is the breathtaking Lac du Sautet. Not many know about it, but its beauty goes beyond imagination with the deep blue water and the fascinating rock formations.
No reason to be hesitant about your sailing-through-the-Alps dream. Whether you are in shape or not, not much of a swimmer or even short on money, kayaking and sailing are widely accessible in the French Alps.
