As the name suggests, you are free to manage your canoe trip as you wish.
You take your luggage with you, you have the choice between sleeping in the different campsites along the river or daring to bivouac along the route, or even combining the two.
For routes of 2 to 5 days between Prades and Brassac-les-Mines, possibility of overnight stays in a hotel , B&B or gîte, located near the river.
All along the route, near the river, there are all shops for refueling in the different sites that the route passes through, such as Langeac, Lavoute-Chilhac, Brioude and Brassac les Mines.
All our routes leave from PRADES (Haute-Loire 43) and arrive at a maximum of ORBEIL (Puy de Dôme 63) or 105 km. > See the route
So just choose the number of days and your distance.
We are of course available to help you plan your stay together.
Our highlights for your canoe-kayak trip
- Specialist in canoeing on the Allier
- Departures every day
- A free application to download on your smartphone: the canoe France app, the first canoe app in France.
Prices
Go in a 2-seater or 3-seater canoe (child aged 6 to 10 in the middle) or solo kayak for 2 to 6 days.
| Number of days | 2-seater canoe | 3-seater canoe | 1-seater kayak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days: 44 and 56 km | 95 € | 105 € | 53 € |
| 2 days: 32 km | 85 € | 95 € | 48 € |
| 3 days: 79 km | 140 € | 155 € | 80 € |
| 3 days: 56 km | 130 € | 145 € | 75 € |
| 4 days: 90 and 105 km | 180 € | 200 € | 105 € |
| 4 days: 56 and 79 km | 170 € | 190 € | 100 € |
| 5 days: 79 km | 200 € | 225 € | 120 € |
| 5 days: 90 and 105 km | 220 € | 245 € | 130 € |
| 6 days: 105 km | 240 € | 270 € | 140 € |
If you wish to stop your descent during your stay, we will do our best to pick you up the same day but no refund for the remaining day(s) can be requested.
Contact us for your free canoe trip
Would you prefer that we take care of reserving campsites and transporting your luggage at each stage? Opt for the Escape formula
Useful information
- Knowing how to swim is mandatory
- From 6 years old
- Wear water shoes and have clothing appropriate for the season
- Return shuttle, 55 liter waterproof container based on one per person included in the price
- Free parking
- Camping equipment not provided
The Freedom canoe route
Examples of canoe trip times depending on distance
2 day route:
- Prades to Lavoûte-Chilhac 32 km
- Prades to La Vialette 44 km
- Prades to Brioude 56 km
3 day route:
- Prades to Brioude 56 km
- Prades to Brassac les mines 79 km
4 day route:
- Prades to Brassac les mines 79 km
- Prades to Nonette 90 km
- Prades to Orbeil 105 km
In 5 and 6 days:
- Prades to Nonette 90 km
- Prades to Orbeil 105 km
To discover by canoe-kayak between Prades and Orbeil
PRADES – LANGEAC
15 km, 3 hours of navigation
This course is certainly the most sporty in the valley. Numerous rapids will allow you to discover the joys of white water in a canoe or kayak. All along the route, you will discover the basalt rocks typical of our valley, once resulting from the strong volcanic activity of the Auvergne mountains. You will also discover charming villages along the river or perched on rocky promontories which make this route so charming. Crossing a canoe slide
LANGEAC – LAVOUTE CHILHAC
17 km, 3h30 navigation
A portion of the gorge where nature has remained in control. Herons are watching you, trout and salmon are hiding behind the rocks. The lucky ones will be able to see them provided they remain discreet and silent! Halfway, the village of Chilhac overlooks the river. Magnificent basalt organs overlook the river.
A new canoe slide Lavoûte Chilhac . The Allier forms a meander surrounding the village town. A breathtaking view is offered to you over the priory . This building is the first Cluniac abbey in the region. A “visit” stop is strongly recommended.
LAVOUTE CHILHAC – LA VIALETTE
12 km, 2h30 navigation
This route invites you to relax , 12 km of greenery, animals of all kinds, calm and serenity. Dazzling arrival at the foot of the fortress of St Ilpize .
LA VIALETTE – BRIOUDE
12 km, 2h30 navigation
Last course of the Val d' Allier , very wild , the river is however calmer before arriving in the plain of La Limagne. A visit to the pedestrian streets of Brioude is possible during a week's hike. A magnificent beach will await you on arrival. Indeed, the reservoir of the Bageasse dam offers calm and warm water for taking a few relaxing swims after a hard day of effort.
FROM BRIOUDE TO ORBEIL
45 km, 2 to 3 additional days…!
We change departments, we change rivers! The Allier now flows peacefully, forming wide meanders . Ideal to end a week of sailing by letting yourself be carried away by the waves. Viewpoints , landscapes and vestiges will enhance this end of your stay . Pebble beaches are available for you to sunbathe peacefully .