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La Grande Fistoire, 1-day Via ferrata near Sisteron

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Come with SNGM-certified mountain guide Maxence on a captivating via ferrata day program near Sisteron and experience one of the most beautiful routes in all of France on a guided climb of La Grande Fistoire, taking on a variety of obstacles on your way to the top.

Private

Alpes

1 Day

All year

Intermediate

All levels


Highlights

* Learn the exciting world of via ferrata from a knowledgeable, certified guide.

* See the beauty of Southeastern France from the top of an iconic climbing route.

* Reach up to 250 meters of vertical with both a footbridge and monkey bridge.

Description

Try your hand at via ferrata on one of the most beautiful locations in France on a guided day program just outside of Sisteron! This is a great way for beginners to learn the ropes of an exciting new sport, with an additional option for more experienced climbers to combine routes for an exhilarating challenge!

Located in Le Caire about twenty minutes north of Sisteron, La Grande Fistoire has made a name for itself as one of the most exciting and satisfying via ferratas in all of France. Complete with bridges, corners, and traverses, the climbing here includes a 250-meter cliff with astounding views of the surrounding countryside. It is equal parts thrilling and engaging, so you can learn fantastic techniques while testing your mettle on fun climbs.

Your program is designed to give you a full day in this environment. Starting early in the morning, we will meet to go over our selected itinerary for the day and head onto the route. The via ferrata can be taken in sections, so for those who need more guidance, I am happy to help walk you through this phenomenal route.

Your climb includes the longest footbridge on a via ferrata in Europe (60 meters), a 30-plus meter monkey bridge, “The Bombu” and the “Great Wall,” and even ziplines. We can include some of these features into your program to keep you satisfied all the way up to the top. Once you reach the pinnacle of the climb, admire the surrounding landscape of Southeastern France and its unique geology and topography.

The Short Route will take us roughly two hours to complete, while more ambitious climbers can take the three-hour Long Route. You can expect to face Level 2 to Level 4 Climbing here, with a difficulty grade of D+. The well-marked routes and clear steps and rungs make even a safe and fun adventure.

My extensive experience both climbing and guiding via ferrata will ensure you have a safe day that will improve your skills and increase your passion for the sport. I am always happy to share my knowledge of via ferrata and the location with participants.

Everyone who has a passion for climbing is encouraged to join, particularly those who are looking for an exciting new way to see the gorgeous landscape of France. Any previous climbing experience is an asset. Let me know what you are looking for in a via ferrata trip and I will design a program around your needs and abilities.

Book this unforgettable via ferrata program at La Grande Fistoire near Sisteron NOW and spend a day on a guided trip to one of the most beautiful climbing locations in all of France!

We can also switch gears and enjoy a day on the Bora Bora Traverse in the Calanques!

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

The price includes the guiding fee only.


About the guide

Guide profile image

Maxence

4.9

(11)

Mountain Guide

Even as a kid, I knew I wanted to become a mountain guide. Growing up in Aix-en-Provence, in southern France, the Alps have been my playground since a very young age. Amazing climbing spots like the Calanques and Gorges du Verdon were just a stone throw's away from my hometown.

Eventually, I also became an architect, another long-time passion. As an architect, I lived in New York, Barcelona and Rotterdam and learned to speak fluent English and Spanish. I also met great people and had an amazing time while doing it!

I'm now back home in France and spend most of my time guiding in the Alps. I'll be happy to take you rock climbing, skiing or mountaineering to some of my favorite spots.

Languages

French | English

Certificates

SNGM | IVBV | UIAGM | IFMGA


What people are saying about Explore-Share

Man

5

Climbing with guide Guillaume was absolutely a highlight of my 2-week Europe vacation. Originally, we were planning on climbing in the Calanques, but the park was closed due to wind and fire danger. Guillaume chose another amazing location (Pic de Bretagne) based on my climbing abilities and preferences and kindly offered train station pick-up and hotel drop off, which I appreciated very much. The multi-pitch route we did was not only fun but also the right amount of challenge, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The communication from the team (Gauthier) was prompt and clear—highly recommend!

Maxine

5

Luis Silva was a great climbing guide and belayer! He taught me how to do moves that were difficult and encouraged me to try routes that were challenging for me! Because of his encouragement, I managed to complete these routes! I really enjoyed the climbs and completed 8 routes in the Sesimbra/Azoia area. The weather was perfect, no direct sun and cool enough to enjoy the climbs. Explore-Share made booking an outdoor climbing experience in Lisbon extremely easy. Luis, our guide, was fantastic, and the platform’s organization was flawless.

Valeriya

5

You’re simply the best!!! :))) Explore-Share made everything easy and stress-free. Will definitely use again.

Joshua

5

We had Léo as a guide for our day climb in Fonty. We were blessed with a knowledgeable, warm, and instructive guide. Communication with Léo and Ivan was smooth and swift. Explore-Share was excellent in arranging everything for our day climb. The communication was quick, and the platform was easy to use, making our adventure stress-free.

Cami

5

Patrick was a great guide. He took us on an intermediate Via Ferrata at Passo Sella. Renato was quick to respond with any outreach on the Explore-Share platform. The booking process was straightforward, and once Patrick was confirmed, all went well. It was a wonderful experience, and I’d highly recommend the platform.

 

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