Climbers' paradise

1000 climbing routes from 10 to 120 meters, a high point at 487 meters, routes ranging from difficulty 4b to 8c+. The Thaurac It is not just a climbing cliff, it is an entire massif that offers countless routes well known to local climbers and climbing enthusiasts.

But the Southern Cévennes also offers several places to school sites To get started with the sport, whether you're going independently or accompanied by a guide, take advantage of the various levels and exceptional views of the Cevennes and the plains of Languedoc throughout your ascent.

The Thaurac massif

A limestone massif, divided in two by the Hérault River, it offers climbing routes of varying difficulty and exceptional views of the Hérault Gorges and the village of Saint Bauzille de Putois. It's a collection of cliffs that welcome climbers year-round.

Thaurac in figures:

  • over 1000 climbing routes
  • A high point at 487 meters altitude
  • A via ferrata
  • Routes ranging from 4b to 8c+
  • A guidebook entirely dedicated to the sector
Anthony Alliès
Anthony Alliès
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School websites

If you'd like to try climbing, the South Cévennes offers two outdoor training sites open to everyone.

  • The walnut quarry school site in Sumène

The quarry was used for the construction of the structures that make up the old railway line linking Ganges and Sumène, now converted into a greenway. The training site covers difficulties ranging from level 4c to 6a with a maximum height of 12 meters.

  • The Fesquet school site in Cazilhac

On the banks of the Hérault, the Fesquet climbing school allows all beginners to find their happiness while enjoying the freshness of the river after a climbing session.

Get some help

The guides and climbing instructors, veritable encyclopedias of the area, are at your disposal to help you discover the best routes and ensure you practice in complete safety.

Climb safely

Before attempting to climb a rock face, here are a few tips to follow:

  • Training in rock climbing
  • Equip yourself properly (helmet, harness with lanyard, belay device, rope and quickdraws)
  • Check each other (ropework and belaying system)
  • Tie a knot at the end of the rope
  • Be careful of the cliffs' exposure in summer and bring water.
  • Hiring a guide can be a good compromise for discovering rock climbing.

climberAnthony Alliès

Animal species & natural habitats

The cliffs you climb are often breeding grounds for birds, some rare and often elusive. The caves and crevices in the mountain shelter several species of bats. You will discover flora with particularly sensitive species. This exceptional natural heritage coexists with developing human activities. Let's be attentive and respectful so that this coexistence continues! This area is alive but fragile.

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