Gorges du Fier, Canyon in Lovagny, France
The Gorges du Fier features a metal footbridge fixed into rock walls, allowing visitors to walk 25 meters above the rushing river below.
The canyon passage became accessible to the public in 1869 after local engineers constructed a system of walkways along the limestone formations.
This natural formation has generated numerous local folk tales about its creation, including stories of giants carving the gorge through the mountains.
The site welcomes visitors from March to October, with entry fees of 6 euros for adults and 3 euros for children over seven years old.
The geological formation known as the Sea of Rocks displays intricate patterns created by water erosion over millions of years in the limestone walls.
Location: Lovagny
Inception: 1869
Elevation above the sea: 370 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Website: https://www.gorgesdufier.com/
Website: https://gorgesdufier.com
GPS coordinates: 45.89564,6.03817
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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