Canoeing
and Kayaking.
The
best place for this sort of activity is without doubt the River Aude, where
national championships are often held. The river Aude has its source
in the Pyrénées and runs North to
Carcassonne
before turning East towards
the
Mediterranean sea
. In times past
felled trees were floated down here. The river is navigable for most
of its length in various waters, from foaming white water for thrill-seekers or
quiet waters for families. The upper reaches, around Quillan, are ideal for
white water sports (canoeing, rafting, tubing, white water swimming, and
canyoning)
Canoeing
down the river Aude,
in 6 sections (9 stages) over 170 km. The stages are classed from I
(safe and easy) to IV (dificult and potentially dangerous):
Section 1 Bayra - Pierre Lys. 12 km, class III to IV. The
descent of the "Gorges de l'Aude". Suitable for thrill
seekers.
Section 2
Pierre
Lys
- Couiza. 16
km, class II. Sportive stage with rapids.
Section 3 Couiza - Piège à Loup. 13 km, class II. A tranquil section
passing through Alet-les-Bains.
Section 4 Piège à Loup - Carcassonne. 33.5 km, class I to II. Long section, in 2
stages with a stop at Pomas.
Section 5 Carcassonne - Puichéric. 34 km, class I to II. Quiet
section.
Section 6 Puichéric - Mer Méditéerranée. 61
km, class I to III. 3 day section in 3 stages.
Canoeing-Kayaking
in the
Cevennes
. Gorges
of the
Tarn
. 45 km stretch
of the river is navigable for trips lasting up to four days. April to
October. For beginners and those with some experience. Qualified
guides. Groups of ten to fifteen
Welcome
to " Le coq du nord"
