Via Ferrata holiday in the South of France

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Guided Via Ferrata Holiday in the South of France

Discover an amazing variety of via ferrata on this guided via ferrata holiday in the South of France. This holiday takes place in the spring and autumn an ideal time to visit as it is not too hot and there are less visitors.

Where are the via ferrata?

The majority of the via ferrata are in the Alpes Maritimes within the Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur region.? Close to the Mediterranean and the Italian border the area is renowned for good weather.? There are an average of 300 days of sunshine a year.

The Via Ferrata

The via ferrata are located in very contrasting locations.? Some are close to the summits others down in deep river valleys.? There’s a range of grades some quite challenging.? Some of the via ferrata are divided into sections. ? This makes it possible to either complete the route in its entirety or “escape” earlier.

The village of Lantosque, dates from the 12^th century and is situated on a promontory between the rivers of the Riou and the Vesubie. The via ferrata here wends its way in the river gorge of the river Vesubie.

The Mercantour National Park is home to a couple of amazing via ferrata that finish high in the mountains.

Accommodation

This holiday will typically stay in small, authentic hotels, normally of a ** star standard. The hotels have been selected to offer a convenient base to head off for the via ferrata in the area.