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Western Canoë - Since 2006

Your fun adventure in the Herault gorges

3 courses : Family, Sporty or Full of 7, 8 or 15 km

Shuttle & free parking • Shaded picnic area • Direct access to the river


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Western Canoë

Since 2006

Your fun adventure in the gorges of the Hérault

3 courses : Family, Sporty or Full of 7, 8 or 15 km


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BASES

Open 7 days a week – 09:00 to 19:00, from May to September

BASES

Open 7 days a week – 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., May/September

Western Canoë, the main base in Laroque (Hérault)


Located at the foot of the Laroque bridge, our water sports centre has been opening the doors to the wild gorges of the Hérault for over 19 years with 3 canoe, kayak, and paddle descent courses.

Located on a shaded plot with direct access to the river, a private parking area, and a picnic zone, the base is the ideal starting point for a day in nature with friends, family, or colleagues.

Dogs accepted
Maximum: 1 dog per adult - 30 kg - RECOMMENDED Vest

Course :

  • Family (7 km) : leisurely walk, accessible from 6 years old

  • Sporting (8 km) : challenge for experienced paddlers

  • Full (15 km) : discover wild rapids and panoramas

“Return shuttle: collection of your canoe until 6:30 PM at the latest, regardless of your arrival point”

 Accessibility :

  • 45 minutes north of Montpellier

  • 50 minutes from Nîmes (Gard)

  • 30 minutes from Anduze

  • About 1 hour from the beaches of Palavas-les-Flots, Carnon.


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Services 

Services Included :

 Free Parking and Shuttles

Canoe, paddles, life jackets provided to CE standards

Waterproof containers for your belongings

Free showers and toilets

 Additional services :

Photobooth 

Photographer + Video drone (by reservation)

Qualified instructor (by reservation)

Terrace Snack - Bar - Ice Cream

Services 

Services Included :

 Free Parking and Shuttles

Canoe, paddles, life jackets provided to CE standards

Waterproof containers for your belongings

Free showers and toilets

 Additional services :

Photobooth 

Photographer + Video drone (by reservation)

Qualified instructor (by reservation)

Terrace Snack - Bar - Ice Cream

PRICES

Your rate in two steps



1

Choice of Course



2

Choice of Canoe / Kayak


COURSES

3 family, sports or complete full of 7 km, 8 km or 15 km

 

Family course - 8km

A gentle 8 km circuit, perfect for a family outing along the water.

From 17€ / person

Minimum age: 6 years

 

Sports course - 7km

A 7 km adventure, rich in emotions and rapids, for thrill-seekers.

From 22,50€ / person

Minimum age: 12 years

 

Full course - 15 km

A 15 km crossing that takes you to the heart of the wild gorges of the Hérault.

From 25€ / person

Minimum age: 12 years

CANOE/KAYAK

Canoes and kayaks: 1, 2 or 3 seats


1 seater kayac
  •  Family Course - €25 
  •  Sports Course - €25 
  •  Full Course - €30 
  • Minimum 1 Adult
2 seater canoe
  •  Family Course - €45
  •  Sports Course - €45
  •  Full Course - €50 
  • Minimum 1 Adult
3 seater canoe 
  •  Family Course50€
  •   Sports Course 
  •  Full Course
  • Minimum 1 Adult

GROUP REDUCTION

From 10 to 19 people

10%

DISCOUNT

more than 20 people

20%

DISCOUNT

Special Events :

Nous venons chercher et ramener gratuitement les clients qui arrivent par bus, à Ganges ou Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois


Special group events :

Nous venons chercher et ramener gratuitement les clients qui arrivent par bus, à Ganges ou Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois


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How to hire our canoes and kayaks?



Step 1

Choice of Courses

Choose your courses of 7, 8 or 15 km.

Only the 8 km family course is open to children aged 6 to 11 years.

Accompanied by an adult



Step 2

Date and time of arrival

Select the date and your arrival time at the Western Canoe base

Departures every hour from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm!

Starting base Western Canoe in Laroque (Hérault)!



Step 3

Choice of canoes and kayaks

Choose the composition of your fleet of canoes and kayaks:

1, 2 or 3 places.

1 boat = minimum of 1 adult



Step 4

Your contact information

Enter your contact information (Name, phone number, email, etc.)


Step 5

Choose your payment method

Online payment: Credit card (guaranteed availability)

On-site: Cash or ANCV holiday vouchers



Step 6

Accept the Terms and Conditions

Accept the terms and conditions

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions :

6 years for the Family pathway and 12 years for the other pathways.

Yes, 25 m and submerge the head.

Closed shoes, sunscreen, water (1 L / person), swimsuit, towel.

Yes, if he knows how to swim. Dog life jacket available (€2).

CB, species, ANCV holiday vouchers.

Western cancels free of charge and refunds.

Free closed toilets and solar shower.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions :

6 years for the Family pathway and 12 years for the other pathways.

Yes, 25 m and submerge the head.

Closed shoes, sunscreen, water (1 L / person), swimsuit, towel.

Yes, if he knows how to swim. Dog life jacket available (€2).

CB, species, ANCV holiday vouchers.

Western cancels free of charge and refunds.

Free closed toilets and solar shower.

Rent a canoe / kayak 5 minutes from GANGES !


4,2/5

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90%

Satisfied client since 2006 !

4,2/5

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THE NOTICES OF WESTERN CANOË


Évaluation

"Super welcome! Very friendly, available and welcoming team

We did the 7km: the first part was quite mountainous and beautiful, then the landscape changes to a more wooded environment …

Adèle LP
Juillet 2024 - Notice Google

Évaluation

"Warm welcome! As a group of 4, we chose the family route of 8km, with a lunch break + swimming. Top, top! Quick little adventure with sensations, scenery, fish, birds..."

Jsabelle MA
Juillet 2024 - Avis Google  

Évaluation

"7 km sporty and exceptional course!"

A warm welcome from the Western Canoes team, with smiles 😃. An unforgettable kayak trip that completely fulfilled us. I recommend this spot.

Aza CL
Juillet 2023 - Notice Google

Ready to paddle?

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WESTERN CANOË

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Canoe or kayak descent less than an hour from Montpellier and Nîmes

The official song of Western Canoe !