Via Ferrata du Parc Thermal
Location: Saint-Gervais-les-Bains (Haute-Savoie; Alps edge of region)
Difficulty: AD–D
Duration: 1.5–2.5 h
Description: Dramatic gorge near hot springs; bridges and neat canyon passages.
Via Ferrata d’Engins
Location: Vercors (Isère/Drôme gateway)
Difficulty: AD–D
Duration: 1.5–2.5 h
Description: Shady cliff with athletic traverses; cool option close to Grenoble.
Via Ferrata du Rocher Saint-Julien
Location: Buis-les-Baronnies (Drôme)
Difficulty: AD–D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Elegant ridge above olive groves; exposed and very photogenic.
Via Ferrata de Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert – La Bastide
Location: Hérault
Difficulty: AD–D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Sun-baked limestone near a historic village; bridges and balcons with far views.
Via Ferrata du Vidourle
Location: Saint-Sériès (Hérault/Gard)
Difficulty: D–TD
Duration: 1.5–2.5 h
Description: Overhanging moves over the river; arm-power sections and airy positions.
Via Ferrata du Thaurac
Location: Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois (Hérault)
Difficulty: AD–D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Caves and towers above the Hérault river; athletic, scenic and warm in summer.