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The dark side of the earth
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Wonders of the depths
Let yourself be surprised! Beyond the authentic and nature shows, the caves of France invite you to discover a multitude of experiences and emotions engraved. Visiting a cave is unusual, surprising, fantastic, unexpected, mysterious, fairy discoveries giving rise to strong emotions and privileged moments to share with family and friends! The caves have not finished surprising you!
These limestone caves have developed and building up a host of stalactites, stalagmites and limestone tapestries of an incomparable richness.The Lastournelle Cave was discovered in 1878 when a well was drilled. Farmers living on that property dug down in an attempt to find a water source . They didn’t find water, but instead discovered the cave. Hidden...
An atypical outing: dare an inner adventure! The Grottes de la Balme (La Balme Cave) in Northern Isère invite you to spend a 100% natural moment in the heart of an underground landscape shaped by water and the incredible history of erosion. On a self-guided or guided tour (allow 1h15), discover the inner treasures of this listed natural site: an...
Unusual and Alive Out of the darkness, into the light, Trabuc lifts the veil over its liquid beauty and mineral treasures. Discover in 1945, the largest cave in the Cevennes, shelters a mysterious army of 100 000 stone soldiers – unique in the world- faithful guardians of the jewels in the heart of the...
A magical natural site - A spectacular waterfall Paths and walkways take you to the top of the waterfall. Guided tour of the cave lasting approximately 45 minutes. Park addicted branch with 3 courses and 22 activities. Two large ziplines above the waterfall. Souvenir shop and local product.
Enter and discover the fascinating atmosphere of the first thermal baths in Roman times!!!Discovered at the beginning of the 19th century, the Cornadore caves occupy an underground volume dug by human hands in the 340 million-year-old granite from St Nectaire. Two hot springs (22 ° C annual average) and mineralized provide water rich in carbon dioxide,...
Find below the JIGT2022 events, updated regularly, for the International Day of Showaves and Subterranean World 2022 – #JIGT2022. Converging views on Subterranean World Since 2017,...
ANECAT - Grottes de France and its members wish you a merry Christmas and happy new year ! And also, beautiful underground discoveries in France and elsewhere !
France hold an exceptional heritage of natural spaces to discover. With 108 natural caves, France ranks 3rd in the world. The development of the underground environment for visitors aims...
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