Écouges Canyon, Mountain defile in Isère, France
Écouges Canyon is a mountain defile in the Vercors region where limestone walls narrow dramatically around a river. A substantial waterfall flows through the passage, creating a dramatic water feature within the rocky gorge.
The defile formed over countless ages as the La Drevenne river continuously carved through the limestone bedrock of the Vercors massif. This geological process created the narrow passage and cascade systems visible today.
The canyon serves as a natural training ground for French mountaineering groups who practice technical rope skills and water navigation techniques.
Exploring this gorge requires rope work and climbing techniques to descend the vertical sections safely. It is best visited in stable weather conditions and with proper experience in handling steep terrain.
The river drops in a series of cascades throughout the passage, with several notable plunges that create natural barriers during descent. These waterfall sections make each stage of passage through the gorge a distinct challenge.
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