Canyon du Cély
The Canyon du Cély, near Eaux-Bonnes, starts with a 45-minute approach up a track and a path parallel to the canyon, ending with a rappel from a tree to the streambed. The descent features 11 rappels, with the longest being 55 m. The first rappel is a vertical 26 m, followed by an 8 m rappel and a series of low-gradient toboggans with shallow pools. The canyon is excellently equipped with chemical anchors. Two 60 m ropes and a full wetsuit are required. Water levels can increase significantly after rain. The descent takes 3 hours, and the return walk is a very short 5 minutes. Escape routes are available.
The facts
- Grade
- v4-a2-III
- Course length
- 700 m
- Vertical drop
- 210 m
- Where
- Eaux-Bonnes, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
- Country
- Spain
- Approach
- 45 min
- In the canyon
- 180 min
- Walk out
- 5 min
- Total
- 230 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
Frequently asked
How hard is Canyon du Cély?
Canyon du Cély is graded v4-a2-III. The v is the vertical difficulty, the a is how demanding the water is, and the roman numeral is how committing the canyon is once you start.
Where is Canyon du Cély?
Canyon du Cély is in Eaux-Bonnes, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Canyon du Cély take?
About 230 min in total, counting the approach, the canyon itself and the walk back out. Water levels and the size of your group move that either way.
Can I log that I descended Canyon du Cély?
Yes. Open Canyon du Cély in the app, log the descent with the date and who came along, rate it and add your photos. It then counts on your profile.
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