In summer a swimsuit or shorts and t-shirts are sufficient. In spring and fall you must provide a windbreaker and warm clothes to put on during stops. You can equip yourself with a neoprene. In any case, water shoes or sports shoes are essential.

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Q: Can I take my dog on the canoe?

We you Let's nots to take your dogs . However if you hold your dog there can occupy the place of the middle in a canoe provided you do not attach it. It will be necessary to hold it so that he does not bother anyone during the descent and during the bus trip.

Q: Can I take my picnic and stop on the beaches?

During the day you can choose the beach that suits you but Respect private properties, fishermen and swimmers , your respect will be their courtesy. Bring back your trash cans. We provide you Waterproof containers Whether you take with you in the canoe in which you place your food, your drink.

ARIÈGE ESCAPE

09400 Ornolac-Ussat-Les-Bains (Ariège) – +33 (0)5 61 05 11 11

May to end of September

depending on flow and weather conditions

accessible to everyone

Escape by canoeing in the Pyrenees

On the borders of Andorra and Spain, it is in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Pyrenees Ariégeoises that you will enjoy canoe descents.

Courses accessible to beginners and experienced alike. Alternate between more or less strong rapids, come and take your time, observe the fauna and flora of our Ariègeriver.

Canoe-kayak rental routes and prices on theAriège

Our rental base is located in Ornolac-Ussat-les-Bains, near Tarascon-sur-Ariège, 15 minutes from Foix.

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Discovery [Ornolac – Ussat] 3 km – 1h00

€17/adult
€15/child between 7 and 15 years old

Departure between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Return shuttles from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. every 30 min

Affordable by everyone! The easiest of our routes. Getting to grips with your boat on our body of water. Then when you are ready, set off for 3 short kilometers.

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Adrenaline [Sinsat – Ornolac] 3 km – 1h00

18 €/adult
16 €/child between 7 and 15 years old

Departure shuttles: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Free return

As its name suggests, a short course that will get your adrenaline pumping from the start. Mountain torrent that moves!

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White water [Ornolac – Bompas] 9 km – 2h00 to 2h30

€ 27/adult
23 €/child between 7 and 15 years old

Family pack: 2 adults + 2 children € 89*

Departure between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Return shuttles from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. every 30 min

For a day or half a day, pack your picnic in the containers provided and descend at your own pace for 9 km. We specify that it is a level II mountain torrent on a scale of V. It's a real descent!

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Escape [Ornolac – Mercus] 12 km – 2h30

30 €/adult
26 €/child between 7 and 15 years old

Family pack: 2 adults + 2 children 99 €*

Departure between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Return shuttles from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. every 30 min

The historical journey of ARIEGE EVASION. On the program since 1991! A route that starts on a small lake, then the descent begins. You have to navigate your canoe or kayak through small rapids. Crossing from Tarascon to Ariege then Bompas where Lake Garrabet begins. Mercus is 3 km further. Who says tranquility of a lake also says effort to paddle! But the beauty of the site and the view of the valley reward the effort. Return every half hour from Mercus beach.

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Adventure [Sinsat – Bompas] 12 km – 3h00

32 €/adult
28 €/child between 7 and 15 years old

Departure shuttles: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Return shuttles from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. every 30 min

Every morning at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. departure to the heart of the matter at the foot of the Quié cliffs. The “Tic Tac” is coming? Will you capsize with pleasure? Surprise ! No acclimatization phase, you get on board and off you go. For this route, canoeing is recommended. This remains level II on a scale of V. Adventure awaits you!

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Sensations [Sinsat – Mercus] 15 km – 3h30

€ 34/adult
€ 30/child between 7 and 15 years old

Departure shuttles: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Return shuttles from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. every 30 min

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Price per person.
Our prices include: Boats, paddles, vests, containers, shuttles necessary for the activity.

WHAT IS REQUIRED

Know how to swim a minimum of 25 meters, know how to submerge, from 7 years old, be in good physical condition, wear closed shoes, wear the life jacket provided by us.

Canoe rental since 1991

Since 1991 a team of professionals has been welcoming you. Ariège Evasion is now “THE reference in the Pyrenees”.

Services at the pier

Picnic tables
Parking

Recent and cleaned equipment

Recent professional equipment meeting CE standards, Vests and containers washed after each use (biodegradable and nature-friendly Bacterless™ products).

How should we dress?

In summer a swimsuit or shorts and t-shirt are sufficient.
In spring and autumn, you should bring a windbreaker and warm clothes to wear during stops.
You can equip yourself with neoprene. In all cases, water shoes or sports shoes are essential.

Can I take my dog on the canoe?

We do not recommend bringing your dogs . However, if you hold on to it, your dog can occupy the middle seat in a canoe provided you do not tie it up. It will be advisable to hold it so that it does not disturb anyone during the descent and during the bus journey.

Can I take my picnic and stop on the beaches?

During the day you can choose the beach that suits you but respect private properties, fishermen and bathers , your respect will be their courtesy.
Bring back your trash. We provide you with waterproof containers that you take with you in the canoe in which you place your food and drink.

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In the heart of the Pyrenees, preserved nature:ARIÈGE

Land of the bear, land marked by History and Prehistory, Ariège Ariège its name to Oriège and the gold prospectors who sailed on our river in the last century.
Escape along the water and discover our mountains. The descent of the Ariège is an Adventure in complete freedom, a still secret spot. Unforgettable sensations!

Camping Ariège Evasion 09 Ussat Ornolac Tarascon

Ariège Evasion is also a campsite***

Chalet rental, mobile home, furnished tents, pitches

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Discover all the sporting activities offered by Ariège Evasion

Canyoning, Caving, Climbing, Ice climbing, Mountain hiking, Mountain biking, Snowshoe hiking, Via Ferrata, Mountaineering.

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Visits around Foix

Prehistoric Caves, Cathar Castles, Medieval Towns, Museums, Nature Reserve and Natural Park of the Pyrenees Ariègeoises, mountain lakes…

Ariège Evasion

Locality LA SECAILLE, 09400 ORNOLAC-USSAT-LES-BAINS, France

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05 61 05 11 11

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