Vénéon Valléy HIGH UP IN THE FRENCH ALPS

Wild. Immense. Isolated. A river so deep and so high in the mountains that it offers a wilderness rarely seen in France. With cold water and steep boulder gardens in boxed walls, the Vénéon has a reputation that intimidates many, redirecting paddlers to the neighboring valleys. But with 30 km of whitewater to choose from, there is something for everyone. Arthur Bernot invites you into a secret, wild river garden in the heart of Isère.

Words: Arthur Bernot, Kristof Stursa

THE VÉNÉON VALLEY The Vénéon Valley is a hidden place, a treasure surrounded by glaciers and mountain peaks. Located in the Isère region, only two and a half hours from Lyon, the second biggest city in France, somehow entering the Vénéon feels like stepping into a storybook world. Waterfalls drop from each side of the valley, where blue water flows free and deep. Mountains lie in the distance, goats play on the riverbank, there are delicious local beers and cheeses to enjoy, and best of all, there is a river with sections for all kayakers. The valley lies in the middle of the French Alps, traveling from the Pilatte Glacier to the confluence of the Romanche Valley. The Vénéon is located just next to the Durance Valley, home to the…

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Kayak Session (Digital) - 1 Issue, Spring 2022

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