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Waterfalls · Var
la cascade de Sillans
Between Sillans-la-Cascade and Salernes lies the Sillans waterfall, 42 metres high. It is the highest waterfall in the Var.
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You do not need to be a seasoned hiker to admire a fine waterfall: several of the most beautiful waterfalls in France can be reached in less than half an hour's walk from a car park.
This selection highlights spectacular but family-friendly waterfalls, from the Saut du Doubs reached by boat to the Hérisson waterfalls served by a developed trail.
Ideal for a family outing or a refreshing stop on a road trip, with no climbing or technical equipment.
10selected sites
5regions
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Waterfalls · Jura
Cascades du Hérisson
The Hérisson Waterfalls, the Éventail and the Grand Saut: they are located near Doucier, in the heart of the lakes region.
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Waterfalls · Ardèche
La cascade du Ray-Pic
It is a natural waterfall 35 m high, north of Burzet, whose wild look enchants nature lovers.
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Natural wonders · Var
Gorges de Pennafort
A discreet tributary of the Endre has carved this defile of red rocks south of Callas, in the Var hinterland. Pools of clear water and small waterfalls attract hikers and swimmers seeking coolness.
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Waterfalls · Doubs
Le Saut du Doubs
Ranked the number-one natural site of Franche-Comté. From Villers-le-Lac, commented cruises of 14 km aboard tour boats offer a grandiose spectacle of the meanders of the Doubs, set in wild gorges.
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Waterfalls · Jura
Cascade des Tufs
The Tufs waterfall is in the heart of the Baume cirque, near the village of Baume-les-Messieurs, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France.
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Waterfalls · Manche
Les cascades de Mortain
The waterfalls capture the very essence of deep Normandy. The Cance and Cançon have flowed here since time immemorial.
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Villages · Corrèze
Gimel-les-Cascades
A historic village perched on a promontory, in the heart of the Corrèze, Gimel-les-Cascades owes its fame, as its name indicates, to magnificent waterfalls, among the most beautiful in France.
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Waterfalls · Creuse
Cascade de Jarreaux
Taking the Bourganeuf road, in less than a kilometre, the road crosses a bridge over the Maulde.
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Waterfalls · Jura
La Cascade Baume les Messieurs
The Cascade des Tufs: this waterfall has a particularity; it is petrifying: the water, travelling long distances across the plateau, becomes loaded with limestone by dissolution of the rock.
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