The Alpes-Maritimes and the Nice Côte d’Azur region offer a perfect playground to discover or improve your Via Ferrata skills.
Suspended between sky and earth, these equipped routes reveal spectacular panoramas while providing an unforgettable sporting experience.
Via Ferrata, which means « iron path » in Latin, is a sporting route set along rocky cliffs. It combines hiking and climbing using secured installations like cables, ladders, ramps, and suspension bridges. Accessible to both beginners and seasoned athletes, it guarantees thrilling sensations in a safe environment.
Via Ferrata can be enjoyed year-round in the Alpes-Maritimes, as long as you’re motivated and ready to embrace dizzying heights. No need to be a climbing expert!
Guided by an experienced instructor and equipped with suitable safety gear (harness, helmet, and lanyards), you’ll progress at your own pace through a variety of routes. You’ll cross rungs, suspension bridges, monkey bridges, and for the daring, even zip lines.
Explore iconic routes for all levels:
Enjoy a unique experience with the professional guidance of our team. Whether you’re on holiday in Nice, Monaco, Antibes, or elsewhere on the French Riviera, a route suited to your desires and skill level is never far away.
Live a vertical adventure and take in unforgettable landscapes on the Côte d’Azur!
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Our Most Popular Via Ferrata Routes
via ferrata of puget-théniers
This route is ideal for discovering the vertical world.
Accessible almost year-round, except for a few days in winter, the Via Ferrata of Puget-Théniers offers an impressive experience. The route is not very technical but does require endurance. An escape route is available at certain points, but it would be a shame to miss out on the full experience. The Via is now divided into a green route and a red route.
Our price includes guidance by a professional instructor, equipment rental, and the mandatory entry ticket.
via ferrata of Séranon
Just an hour from Cannes, the Via Ferrata of Baou Roux offers a unique adventure in the heart of nature, perfect for an outing with friends or family.
Accessible to everyone, from beginners to the more experienced, this Via Ferrata features safe and enjoyable routes. The 4-hour course allows you to take in breathtaking views of the mountains and Mediterranean vegetation. Easily reachable from cities like Cannes, Nice, and Antibes, it’s the perfect escape!
Our price includes professional guidance and the provision of all necessary equipment.
via ferrata of lantosque
The Via Ferrata of Lantosque, located in the namesake village in Vésubie, is highly popular in summer for its cool and shaded environment.
It overlooks the Vésubie River and offers a varied route with sections of traversing and vertical climbing, a large Himalayan bridge, and a zip line. This half-day course is relatively uncrowded and perfect for everyone, including children aged 12 and up. The required skill level is moderate, with good physical condition needed for two hours of climbing.
Our price includes guidance by a professional instructor, equipment rental, and the mandatory entry fee.
EQUIPMENT TO BRING
EQUIPMENT PROVIDED
During your outing, we will equip you with the following gear:
MEETING TIMES
When making the reservation, we will agree on the time that suits you best. We will then meet you directly at the climbing site that is most suitable for your level and expectations. Each location is carefully selected to provide you with the best possible experience in a safe and friendly environment.
ACTIVITY FLOW
Ready to experience a memorable adventure in nature? Here’s how a Via Ferrata session with Les Geckos unfolds, tailored to your level and desires:
The activity starts directly on site, in the heart of the Alpes-Maritimes. We’ll meet you at the chosen location for a quick start to your adventure and an immediate immersion into the climb.
Upon arrival, we provide you with all the necessary technical equipment: harness, helmet, Via Ferrata lanyards, and safety gear. Everything is included and provided by us. All you need to bring are suitable clothes and good shoes.
Before beginning, we explain the basics of Via Ferrata progression, safety instructions, and how to use the equipment. This step ensures a secure and calm experience throughout the activity.
The routes, lasting between 3 to 4 hours, alternate between aerial passages, easy crossings, and sometimes more vertiginous sections, offering exceptional sensations. Depending on the route, you may also experience monkey bridges or zip lines. Accompanied by our professional guides, you’ll progress in small groups, ensuring a friendly and personalized experience. Progression is secured by the metal rungs and lifelines installed on the cliff.
Once the route is completed, we take a moment to discuss your feelings and impressions. Our instructors will also offer advice to help you continue exploring the vertical world at your own pace.
With Les Geckos, every Via Ferrata adventure is an opportunity to push your limits, discover breathtaking landscapes, and share unforgettable memories.
PAYMENT METHODS
We accept the following payment methods:
LESGECKOS is a group of independent guides who supervise sports and outdoor activities such as canyoneering, rock climbing and via ferrata between the Verdon Gorges and French Riviera, around Nice and all over the Côte d’Azur.
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