"We meet up in Tariche on the banks of the Doubs and everyone is there. They soon suggest putting me in a comfortable-looking chair attached to a large wheel. There are feet to support the Joëlette (as the unusual machine is known) on the ground. Once I am sitting down, they strap me in and one person stands in front of me, attaching a kind of harness to their back to make their task easier. Then they have to grip the two handles to pull me along, while a friend positions herself behind to maintain balance. Everything is ready, so off we go! The rest of the group follows us. It is so nice to be able to go for a walk in the heart of the countryside. The suspension beneath the wheel even lets you go "off-road" and tackle paths far too steep for a standard wheelchair. What a lovely day!"
A member of PROCAP, Delémont
Info
GSAB Aventures offers activities for the disabled, with aids to help them to take a walk with their family or friends. Guided tours with staff are also available.
Good to know
You can hire a Joëlette, a sort of "off-road" wheelchair. Three machines are available.
GSAB Aventures S.A.R.L.
Alain Bigey & Gilbert Schmitt
Rue neuve 8
2800 Delémont
T. +41 (0) 79 778 12 41
www.gsab-aventures.ch
