Powerful Rhone

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Sierre

Valais
Contact

Office du Tourisme de Sierre, Salgesch et Environs
Avenue Général-Guisan 6
3960 Sierre
Phone +41 (0)27 455 85 35
sierretourisme.ch

Intro

On rafts down the Rhone – big volume rafting in Switzerland! Two different sections to choose from.

Of all Swiss rafting rivers, the Rhone has got the largest water volume. Especially on hot days, the snowmelt results in rising water levels and huge fun waves.

There are two sections with different levels of difficulty to choose from.

On the upper section, the so-called ‘adventure course’ between Sousten and Sierre you will find demanding rafting with huge waves. One hour of an adventure you won’t forget in a hurry!

The lower section, between Sierre and Sion, offers up to 20 km of cruisy and easy white water. Make use of the bathing spots along the way and enjoy a picnic break. On this section you can choose between half-day and full-day programs. Part of this section can also be run with hydro speeds.
River: Rhone
Section 1: Susten – Sierre, approx. 9 km
Activities: rafting
Landscape: ++
Action factor/level of difficulty: +++
Suited for families: +
Suited for large groups (30+ persons): ++
Minimum age: 16 years
Season: May – August/October

River: Rhone
Section 2: Sierre - Sion, approx. 20 km (or parts thereof)
Activities: rafting, hydro speed
Landscape: ++
Action factor/level of difficulty: +
Suited for families: +++
Suited for large groups (30+ persons): +++
Minimum age: 7 years
Season: May – August/October

General information

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Season	May - October
Time required	4 to 8 hours (full day)
Suitable for children with age	6 to 9 years, 10 to 13 years, 14+ years
Action / Fun factor	High
Weather	Outdoor
Category	Adventure, Nature