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Bas Valais

5 canyons.

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  Cretes

  Below the north face of the Dents du Midi, an initial vertical stretch drops through a 65 meter rappel before the canyon flattens out for a while; runs October through December.

  Val-d'Illiez, VS Unknown flood
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  Giétro (Main Branch)

  One of the most extreme canyons that Switzerland has to offer. Its remote location, high altitude and technical rappels can turn your journey into one of your best days ever, or your worst nightmare.

  Fionnay, VS Unknown flood
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  Gorges Mystérieuses

  Short canyon between Chamonix and Martigny. Do not go in there in Summer, there is a huge water capture that can open anytime (also in Autumn, but once it gets cold the risks are not as high anymore).

  Trient, VS Unknown flood
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  Saufla (Lower)

  The lower half of the Saufla system, known locally as Le Roc Coupé, a four hour outing with a 30 meter rappel as its longest drop, best from autumn into early winter.

  Champéry, VS Unknown flood
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  Saufla (Upper)

  The upper Saufla, the Pas d'Encel, built around a single 60 meter rappel and about five hours car to car.

  Champéry, VS Unknown flood