White Water Rafting · Montreux
The essentials
The tour launches from the meeting point at Château-d'Œx, tackles the Sarine gorges, and carries an “Occasionally sporty” physical level rating. Valrafting runs this 3.5h session for 152 €, covering the limestone gorges with solid exposure to the current. Valrafting guides in 5 languages (German, Spanish, Italian, French and English), a real advantage for mixed international groups. This tour suits anyone looking for an active whitewater trip through scenic Alpine gorges.
The offer
Rafting in the Sarine gorges from Château d'Oex near Montreux
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment on the Sarine?
The gorge sections are where the current tightens and the raft accelerates through narrow channels cut into the limestone. Your guide will call the paddle commands fast, and this is where most people get their first proper soaking.
Do you need rafting experience to join?
No. The tour is rated “Occasionally sporty”, meaning you'll work the paddle but no prior whitewater experience is required. Listen to the safety briefing and follow your guide's instructions.
What languages are available on the tour?
The Valrafting trip is guided in German, Spanish, Italian, French, and English, making it easy to follow safety briefings and commands in mixed international groups.
When is the Sarine at its best for rafting?
Season runs May through September. Spring and early summer bring higher water levels from snowmelt in the Alps above Château-d'Œx, which typically means faster currents and more powerful rapids.
Is the location near Montreux easy to reach?
Château-d'Œx sits about 40 km from Montreux by road, roughly a 45-minute drive. The meeting point is at Rte des Mosses 16, 30 metres past the Berceau campsite. Check train connections via the MOB Golden Pass line if you're coming without a car.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.2 °C | 150.5 mm | Poor |
| February | -3.8 °C | 121 mm | Poor |
| March | -2.7 °C | 148.3 mm | Poor |
| April | 1.3 °C | 141 mm | Poor |
| May | 4.4 °C | 162.5 mm | Poor |
| June | 9.5 °C | 172.7 mm | Poor |
| July | 13.1 °C | 141 mm | Possible |
| August | 12.5 °C | 137.6 mm | Possible |
| September | 9.8 °C | 104.7 mm | Possible |
| October | 4.5 °C | 112.9 mm | Poor |
| November | -1.5 °C | 145.1 mm | Poor |
| December | -7.5 °C | 108.7 mm | Poor |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear a swimsuit under your wetsuit and bring a change of dry clothes for after, you will get wet on a 3.5h session. Water shoes or old trainers with a secure fit are strongly recommended since the operator rates the activity as “Occasionally sporty”.
Getting there
The tour meets at Rte des Mosses 16, Château-d'Œx, 30 metres past the Berceau campsite, roughly 40 km from Montreux by road or accessible via the MOB Golden Pass train line.
See also
White Water Rafting elsewhere
Other activities in Montreux
Updated September 2026