.. title: Canyoning in Ax-les-Thermes: 3 Routes Through the Gorges .. slug: activities/canyoning .. description: Canyon de l'Oriège, Canyon de Marc, Canyon du Mourgouillou: three canyoning routes near Ax-les-Thermes. Canyoning in Ax-les-Thermes: descents through the Pyrenean gorges ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The gorges around Ax-les-Thermes offer three quite distinct canyoning routes, from the most accessible to the sportiest. Canyon de l'Oriège ------------------------ A discovery route (2h30), accessible from age 8 — ideal for a first family experience. Canyon de Marc ------------------- Intermediate level (3h30), with jumps of up to 8m. Canyon du Mourgouillou ---------------------------- A sporty route (5h), reserved for people in good physical condition. Practical information --------------------------- Canyoning is always done with a qualified guide. [PLACEHOLDER: best season to go, if you'd like to specify] A typical day ----------------- Many visitors combine a half-day of canyoning with an evening at the thermal baths — a great way to recover afterwards. Check out our `Thermal baths and wellness → `_ page. Your base for exploring ----------------------------- `See Natik Studio → `_ See also -------- `All activities in Ax-les-Thermes → `_