Gorges de Colombières, Mountain gorge and hiking trail in Colombières-sur-Orb, France.
The Gorges de Colombières features steep cliffs, natural swimming pools, and a winding path through chestnut forests along the Arles stream.
The trail incorporates sections of ancient Roman paved roads and passes by stone cave dwellings that were inhabited in earlier centuries.
Local regulations reflect environmental preservation efforts, with specific rules about camping, parking, and trail access during summer months.
The moderate 10-kilometer hiking circuit takes approximately 5 hours to complete, with a vertical gain of 674 meters and two water sources.
The gorge contains multiple climbing spots, including Brétouyre and Tabarié, connected by a path that crosses a traditional two-arch stone bridge.
Location: Vieussan
GPS coordinates: 43.58339,3.01131
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47
France's landscape features a variety of natural canyons carved by river erosion over millennia. These geological formations include the white limestone walls of Verdon, the red shale cliffs of Daluis Canyon, and the emerald waters of Ardèche. Each site reflects a unique geological history, with depths ranging from a few tens of meters to over 700 meters. The Tarn gorges stretch 50 kilometers between the Causses, while Verdon has created Europe's deepest canyon. In the Pyrenees, the Gorges de la Carança and Gorges de la Fou offer pathways with metal walkways. The Alps host the Aiglun Gorge and Daluis Gorges, recognizable by their Permian red rocks. These natural sites are suitable for hiking, climbing, kayaking, and feature many viewpoints to observe these rock formations from nearby roads.
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