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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Gorges de la Carança

Thuès-Entre-Valls, France

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 40 2026
Gorges de la Carança

Narrow rock gorge cut by the Carança river, with cliff walls rising above the water. Visitors follow ledges, metal walkways and suspension bridges along the cliff face, with views down into the canyon from the ridge.

Highlights

  • Ledge carved into rock
  • Suspension rope bridges
  • Metal walkways and stairs

Good to know

  • Paid parking, roughly €4 to €10
  • Not suitable for children or dogs
  • Poor signage, download a GPX track

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