Vertic'Eau runs one half-day descent of the Saulin canyon at 61 €, rated sporty, with instruction in French. This is the right pick if you want a physical introduction to canyoning in the Vosges, combining rappels, jumps and natural water slides in a single session. Book early in the season (May to September) as slots fill fast on summer weekends. Waterproof shoes and a willingness to get cold and wet are the only real prerequisites.
Descent of the Saulin canyon, Vosges
Season
May – September
Coordinates
47.7839°N, 6.7610°EEquipment
A wetsuit is provided by Vertic'Eau, but bring a swimsuit to wear underneath, water shoes or old trainers with grip, and a change of dry clothes for after. Given the sporty rating and a half-day duration, expect sustained physical effort and pack a small snack and water for the return.
Getting there
The meeting point is the Cascade de la goutte des saules, Plancher-les-Mines (70290), in the southern Vosges, reachable by car from Belfort or Mulhouse in under an hour.
Updated on 3 March 2026