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Branche Evasion

4.6 · 708 reviews
Active and outdoorsy
Branche Evasion, Rte des Allymes, 01500 Ambérieu-en-Bugey, France
Interesting facts
1

The park is situated near the historical Château des Allymes, a 14th-century fortress.

2

Course difficulty levels are color-coded, typically ranging from yellow for children to black for advanced adult climbers.

3

The park utilizes a Clic-it system, a safety mechanism designed to prevent simultaneous disconnection of both carabiners while on the course.

4

The site operates within the Bugey region, known for its limestone cliffs and karst landscape.

Overview

Branche Evasion is an adventure park located in the forests of Ambérieu-en-Bugey, specializing in treetop obstacle courses. The facility features multiple circuits differentiated by difficulty, height, and age requirements. Participants navigate through canopy-level challenges including zip lines, rope bridges, and suspended logs. The park is integrated into a natural woodland environment, utilizing existing trees as structural anchors for the equipment. Safety protocols require all climbers to use a continuous lifeline system or harness carabiners throughout the duration of the courses. Instructors provide a mandatory safety briefing and harness fitting session before visitors access the higher platforms.

Photo spot

The elevated platforms on the higher circuits offer an unobstructed vantage point of the Bugey forest canopy.

Insider tips

Wear closed-toe athletic footwear with good grip to manage the wooden obstacles.

Tie back long hair and avoid loose clothing or accessories that could snag on ropes.

Book in advance during weekends and school holidays as group bookings can fill the capacity.

What to avoid

Attempting advanced courses without completing the initiation circuit or ignoring the safety briefing.

Good to know

Closed during the winter months; operates primarily from spring through early autumn.

Etiquette

Physical fitness is required; weight and height limits apply for specific high-altitude courses.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2.5-3.5 hours
Best time to visit
Morning sessions in spring or early autumn to avoid peak summer heat and school holiday crowds.
Address
Branche Evasion, Rte des Allymes, 01500 Ambérieu-en-Bugey, France
45.966, 5.380
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Details
Course TypesTreetop adventure circuits, zip lines, and rope bridges
Safety SystemsHarness-based continuous belay and carabiner systems

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2.5-3.5 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Morning sessions in spring or early autumn to avoid peak summer heat and school holiday crowds..

The elevated platforms on the higher circuits offer an unobstructed vantage point of the Bugey forest canopy.

Close by you'll find Allymes Castle, Église Saint-Symphorien, Grande Mosquée d'Ambérieu-en-Bugey.