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Sand beach – La Châtaigneraie loop from Grotte du Colombier

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Sand beach – La Châtaigneraie loop from Grotte du Colombier

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Sand beach – La Châtaigneraie loop from Grotte du Colombier

02:54

8.47km

290m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

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Réserve naturelle des gorges de l'Ardèche

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Parking

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1.96 km

Mighty rock faces on the Ardèche

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The hike down along the Ardeche is well worth seeing. The path is quite challenging in several sections. In some places there are poles mounted on the wall that you …

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2.24 km

Sand beach

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This site has the generosity of offering both one of the most beautiful sandy beaches and one of the most energetic and well-known rapids in the Ardèche gorges. Do not hesitate to stop there for a refreshing break.

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2.41 km

Climbing passage with stairs / Escalier

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Solid handrail and climbing ladder. Avoid this spot during or after rain.

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2.52 km

Ladder at the Ardèche Gorge

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2.55 km

Cliffside path with metal steps, Gorges de l'Ardèche

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3.90 km

Rapide du Padget

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The Padget rapids, located in the Ardèche gorges, are an iconic passage for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. This rapid, with its white water and rocks, offers an adrenaline rush in …

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4.07 km

Cliff Jumping Spot on the Ardèche River

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Nice swimming area. The water here is deep enough to jump off the rocks.

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4.73 km

La Châtaigneraie

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La Châtaigneraie is a beach nestled in the heart of the Ardèche gorges, along the river. The setting is wild and peaceful. Surrounded by imposing cliffs and dense vegetation, this …

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8.47 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.21 km

2.59 km

2.10 km

566 m

Surfaces

5.38 km

2.00 km

597 m

451 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Monday 6 July

39°C

18°C

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Comments

June 10, 2025,Stroomversnelling van Padget – La Châtaigneraie rondtocht vanuit Saint-Remèze

Please note, parts of this tour are difficult to access due to landslides, high water and fallen trees. Please be prepared.

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May 4, 2022,Ardeche Schlucht zwischen Rapide des Champs und Figueras

Varied hike through forests and along the banks of the Ardeche with some via ferrata-like sections. Again and again you will find great bathing spots. The tour is not recommended when it is wet due to the rocky passages. Good walking shoes are recommended. Sufficient fitness for the tough climb out of the gorge is helpful. Fortunately, most of the …

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June 12, 2025,🇫🇷 Les Crottes - Cirque de Gaud - Le Sablou

Today, a circular hike took us from the Les Crottes car park a short distance through the Ardèche Gorge. First, we walked along a narrow path through sparse forest down to the Ardèche River to the Cirque de Gaud. Here, we got a rough idea of the climb we'd have to make at the end of the tour 🤭😅 Every …

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May 8, 2024,hike 2024-05-08 11:36:09

The gorges seen from above are incredible, seen from the feet it is stunning.
Looking forward to adding dives...

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Sand beach – La Châtaigneraie loop from Grotte du Colombier

Mighty rock faces on the Ardèche

Sand beach

Climbing passage with stairs / Escalier

Ladder at the Ardèche Gorge

Cliffside path with metal steps, Gorges de l'Ardèche

Rapide du Padget

Cliff Jumping Spot on the Ardèche River

La Châtaigneraie

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