Canoë-kayak    Rafting   Canyoning

The river Aude has its source in the Pyrénées and runs towards the Mediterranean sea.
One can navigate for 170 km of its length in various waters : foaming waters for thrill seekers or quiet waters without any risk for family canoeing.

You can practise any white water sport : canoeing, rafting, tubing, white water swimming, canyoning.

Canoeing down the river Aude

6 sections to do in 9 stages over 170 km for beginners or experts.

1 Bayra - Pierre Lys 12 km classe III to IV
The descent of the "Gorges de l'Aude", a magnificent unmissable stage for thrill seekers.

2 Pierre Lys - Couiza 16 km classe II
Sportive stage with impassable rapids !

3 Couiza - Piège à Loup 13 km classe II
The most agreeable stage : the crossing of Alet-les-Bains is superb !

Alet les Bains

Guides and useful addresses

Topo Guides Pays d'Accueil d'Axat
Topo Guides FFCK La Vallée de l'Aude, collection Rivières de France
Gorges et Canyons en Languedoc Roussillon EDISUD

Ligue Languedoc Roussillon de canoë kayak
Maison Départementale des Sports
200 av du Père Soulas 34094 Montpellier cedex 05
04 67 41 78 40

Comité Départemental de Canoë kayak de l'Aude
Maison Départementale des Sports
8 rue Camille Saint Saëns
11000 Carcassonne