Gorges du Guiers Mort, Deep canyon in Isère, France.
The Guiers Mort river cuts through limestone cliffs, forming a narrow passage with steep walls that stretch between Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse and Saint-Laurent-du-Pont.
In 1802, painter William Turner documented the natural formation through his artwork, capturing the geological features of this Alpine water passage.
The Saint Bruno Bridge, rising 42 meters above the water, stands as an engineering achievement that connects the communities on both sides of the gorge.
Visitors can access the gorge through marked hiking trails starting from the Saint Bruno Bridge parking area, with a moderate 2.5-hour circuit involving 110 meters elevation gain.
The canyon receives water from underground networks originating in the Dent de Crolles mountain, creating strong water flows despite its name meaning Dead Guiers.
Location: Isère
GPS coordinates: 45.35190,5.75950
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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