Canoeing in the Ardèche

Ardèche, renowned for the diversity of its landscapes, is home to numerous must-visit locations for canoeing and kayaking enthusiasts. If you’re seeking thrilling experiences on a river that is both accessible and dynamic, Ardèche is the river for you. With a varied itinerary, it is punctuated by around twenty rapids. Canoeing and kayaking in Ardèche means discovering a fantastic natural heritage.

Here are the best places near the campsite:

1. The Ardèche Gorges: The Unmissable!

The limestone gorges of Ardèche offer about thirty kilometers of river, essential for canoeing in Ardèche. It is the most popular location for visitors to the region each year. Its magnificent landscapes leave no one indifferent, drawing everyone to witness the beauty of nature and its turquoise blue waters. The Ardèche Gorges offer about fifteen rapids that will delight both young and old. However, be cautious not to capsize during your descent!

🚗 50 minutes from the campsite

2. Balazuc, for Tranquility

Just 20 minutes from Camping Ludo, Balazuc is a small village among the most beautiful in the region, with several water sports bases offering different canoeing and kayaking routes. It is a slightly less crowded place than Vallon Pont d’Arc, offering a bit more tranquility during the summer season without losing any excitement.

🚗 20 minutes from the campsite

3. Ruoms, for Varied Offers

30 minutes from the campsite, the medieval village of Ruoms also offers starting points for a descent of the Ardèche Gorges in canoe or kayak. You will find varied offers at any time of the day and with a monitor if you wish.

🚗 30 minutes from the campsite

4. Lanas, Away from the Crowd Even in Summer

If you wish to get away from the crowd at all costs, in the southern part of the department near Vogüé, you can go canoeing in Lanas. It is a quiet little village where you can engage in several sports activities, including canoeing.

🚗 20 minutes from the campsite

5. Ucel and Its Beautiful Wild Swimming Spots

Ucel is a small village just 5 kilometers from Aubenas, in the heart of southern Ardèche. The place is known for offering many outdoor activities such as swimming or hiking. Swimming enthusiasts will stop at the numerous “gours,” which are water points in the rock of Ardèche and Sandron, beautiful spots for wild swimming.

Ardèche is an ideal destination for water sports enthusiasts. You now know where to find the best spots for canoeing and kayaking.

🚗 20 minutes from the campsite