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📡 Station 9434 - Membre 📍
Dernière Mise à Jour : 20/03 à 03h05
💧 Données Hydrologiques
Débit Actuel
28,52
m³/s
Hauteur Actuel
0,76
m
Température Eau
7,1
°C
✅ NAVIGATION
AUTORISÉ ✅
🌤️ Conditions & Difficulté
Température Air2.5°C
Vitesse Vent5.18 km/h
Humidité82%
Score Difficulté
46/100
Conditioncouvert
🔍 Analyse :
- 🧊 EAU FROIDE (7.1°C) : Risque d'hydrocution.
The success of your descent essentially depends on the current flow rate. Our API allows you to follow the risks of prohibition in real-time. These predictions are certified compliant and based on official data from: 🏛️ Hydrometry Wallonia
💡 Outfit & Safety Advice
Warm clothing and windbreaker strongly recommended.
Cool water (7.1°C): closed life jacket strongly recommended.
Closed shoes recommended.
Today's Difficulty
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Technical / Intense
⏱️ Forecasted paddling times
Estimate based on current flow of 28.52 m³/s
Alle ➔ Vresse
7 km - Ideal for families
1h 07m
Estimated duration
~315 kcal
Alle ➔ Membre
12 km - The great classic
1h 55m
Estimated duration
~540 kcal
Alle ➔ Bohan
17 km - The wild adventure
2h 43m
Estimated duration
~765 kcal
Poupehan ➔ Alle
4 km - Short initiation
38m
Estimated duration
~180 kcal
Note: These times are estimates for normal paddling. They do not include breaks, swimming, or intense athletic pace.
Semois Navigation Rules
| Flow (m³/s) | Status | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| < 2.2 | PROHIBITED ⛔ | Level too low (nature protection) |
| 2.2 - 50 | AUTHORIZED ✅ | Current level (28.52 M³/s). Ideal. |
| > 50 | PROHIBITED ⛔ | Dangerous flooding |
Kayaking on the Semois: Prohibition and impact of water level.
The quality of your experience essentially depends on the conditions on the Semois. The semois water level is the key factor that directly impacts safety and sailing pleasure.
📊 What do these figures mean?
Flow (m³/s) :
Volume of water passing a given point in one second. It varies based on rain and snowmelt.
Water Level (m) :
Height of the river surface relative to a reference point (the zero on the gauge).
Current Navigation Status
Dynamic
Calm
Ideal
Dynamic
Sporty
Current flow:
28.52 m³/s
| Water level:
0.76 m
(Authorized range: 2.2 to 50 m³/s)
(Authorized range: 2.2 to 50 m³/s)
Navigation authorized between 9:30 AM and 8:00 PM
Circulation is permitted under specific conditions. The Walloon Region can authorize or prohibit kayak practice on the Semois.
Kayaking is AUTHORIZED
Kayak Semois Info
Find here all info regarding paddling on the Semois (mandatory closing days, flow rate too dangerous or too low,...). Thanks to our API, you are instantly informed of prohibitions and paddling times.
Kayaking on the Semois depends on weather conditions and especially water flow.
Heavy rain: water level can vary greatly from day to day, requiring us to close the activity for safety.
Drought: the Walloon Region can prohibit kayaking for environmental protection.
📅 When to paddle the Semois? Best periods & tips
☀️ SUMMER (June - August)
Ideal conditions! Stable flow and water level. Perfect for families.
🍂 AUTUMN (September - October)
Absolute calm. Sumptuous autumn colors. Gentle flow.
🌱 SPRING (April - May)
Higher flow following the rains. Perfect for sporty types.
⚠️ 5 GOLDEN RULES FOR A SAFE DESCENT ON THE SEMOIS
- Always check live water level via our widget before booking.
- Hark to the Walloon Region regulations!
- Respect protected areas — no littering, no excessive noise.
- Children should preferably know how to swim and be accompanied by an adult.
❓ FAQ — Answers to most common questions about the Semois
The Semois does not wait. But she will stay with you... forever.