Caving France

This sporting, cultural and artistic association opens the doors to a world of adventure accessible to all ages and abilities, all year round. A pioneer of its kind, it is the only one in Europe, and the first in the world, to offer the simultaneous discovery of two activities: via ferrata and caving. Supervised by qualified experts, a wide range of activities such as canyoning and caving are available for young and old adventurers alike. And to extend the experience, why not rent a tipi and stay overnight?

And here we go, my kiki, for an adrenaline rush! With H2O Vives, thrills in the mountains supervised by professionals specialized in this environment. White water sports: rafting, canyoning, hydrospeed or canoraft, all guaranteed thrills. But also many other adventures around caving or orienteering. More unusual but just as fun and accessible to all: the arapaho. Climb on this wide-wheeled scooter and follow your guide down the forest paths!

A dozen speleologists form the SCL, which explores preferably the caves and chasms of the Jura, particularly around the lédonien plateau: Borne Borne and Chasms of the First Plateau.

Discover the various fun and sporting activities in the mountains, sensations and pleasures guaranteed. Canyoning, caving, via ferrata, adventure course, climbing, hiking, snowshoeing. This authentic valley will offer you an unforgettable journey between tourism and discovery. Supervised by professional instructors, all state-qualified, they will offer you activities adapted to your level and skills, and for all publics. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, the Bureau des Sports d'Aventure has an activity for you.

A seasoned mountain guide combining professionalism and maximum safety, Pascal Hestin takes you on overland and underground trails in the Val d'Argent and Vosges. From discovering old silver mines and learning about caving, to hiking and snowshoeing, Pascal Hestin can tailor-make your tour to suit your needs. Here's something to satisfy even the most adventurous dreams!

It is better to be equipped to enter and of course to be supervised to discover this underground passage dug in Nancy at the end of the 19th century to satisfy the growing need for water. Water is still present and abundant in some places. Be careful with the slippery stairs. This underground was rehabilitated in the 1970s by the USAN (Union Spéléologique de l'Agglomération Nancéienne). Public events are also organized by the association to learn the practice, a great opportunity for novices and even the most advanced.

As its name suggests, the speleological and prehistoric company of Bordeux is piqua of speleology, but at the service of the knowledge of prehistory. Twenty-five people there are inscribed and meet every Thursday evening, from 21:00 to 23:00 plan their programme. Regions of privileged activities, the Gironde, obviously, pyrenees-atlantiques but also the Lot.

Chauzon offers a wide range of sporting and adventure activities, thanks to the Comité Départemental de Spéléologie (CDS 07). CDS 07 offers adventure sports such as caving, with the possibility of visiting caves and avens. The CDS 07 also has a committee and a federal technical manager to supervise activities. Publications, contacts and partners are also available.

Tarbes, a town in France's Hautes-Pyrénées region, offers caving enthusiasts a unique experience thanks to the Comité Spéléologique Départemental des Hautes-Pyrénées. The club's website provides detailed information on the various outings and training courses on offer. Whether you want to explore the region's underground caves or learn caving techniques, the Comité Spéléologique Départemental des Hautes-Pyrénées will meet your expectations.

The Comité départemental de spéléologie de l'Ain, also known as CDS 01, is based in Bourg-en-Bresse. It offers caving-related services and has a caving school. CDS 01 offers regular outings and organizes various caving-related activities. Its head office is at Maison de la Culture et de la Citoyenneté, 4 Allée des Brotteaux, CS 70270, 01006 Bourg-en-Bresse Cedex.

The Comité Départemental de Spéléologie des Deux-Sèvres (CDS 79) is an association of caving clubs in the Deux-Sèvres département. It represents two caving clubs, the Spit Club St Maixentais in St-Maixent-l'école and the Société Archéologique et Spéléologique du Mellois (SASM) in Melle. The CDS 79's main missions are to protect cave-dwelling fauna and the underground environment, coordinate speleologists in their exploration and clearing of caves in the département, conduct scientific research, promote and teach caving, and organize the Journées Nationales de la Spéléologie (National Caving Days) in the département.

The Comité Départemental de Spéléologie et de descente de Canyon de la Haute-Garonne is an association based in Balma. Their website provides all the information you need to practice these activities in the region. The site also features administrative documents, minutes of general meetings and information on caving clubs and commissions in Haute-Garonne. In addition, there are links to topoguides, fixed equipment in the département and actions undertaken by the committee. For caving and canyoning enthusiasts, the Comité Départemental de Spéléologie et de descente de Canyon de la Haute-Garonne is a valuable resource for all the information you need to enjoy these activities in the region.

The Comité Spéléologique Départemental des Pyrénées-Orientales is an organization offering caving activities in the town of Fontrabiouse. The committee's website, www.cds66.fr, can also provide further information.

When it comes to accommodation, there are several options available in Le Rozier, a small village located at the confluence of the Tarn and Jonte gorges. You can choose from municipal campsites, such as Camping Municipal, Camping Brudy and Camping Les Peupliers. There are also hotels available, such as Hôtel Doussière, Hôtel de la Muse et du Rozier and Grand Hôtel Des Voyageurs. For catering, there's a food truck on site, as well as restaurants in the village. There will also be events such as conferences, exhibitions and musical performances.

The Comité Départemental de Spéléologie de l'Ariège offers exciting activities to discover the region's underground wonders. Explore the caves and caverns of Foix and discover the region's unique geological formations.

Founded in 1979, the association aims to coordinate the activities of sports groups and individual speleologists affiliated to the French Sports Federation (FFS). It provides a framework for caving enthusiasts to meet and explore natural and man-made underground environments. On the program: canyoning and scientific research. An unmissable event for underground enthusiasts.

This is a leisure center dedicated to caving. Caving in Corrèze is a popular activity in the region. There are also other resources available for caving enthusiasts in Corrèze, such as the Comité Départemental, Spéléo-Secours, local clubs, caves, equipment and techniques, the Collectif Nébélé, and cave diving photos.

The Comité Spéléologique Départemental de Haute-Savoie is a caving organization based in La Roche-sur-Foron. Their website provides information on the various commissions and activities offered by the committee. These include a library with over 800 books on various subjects related to the underground environment, such as karstology, hydrology, geology, topography, cave diving, photography and more. Federated cavers can borrow these books by contacting Norbert Wourms. The committee is also involved in biospeleology, helping to protect bats and studying cave fauna. They collaborate with other organizations and share their observations with the scientific community. The Comité Départemental de Spéléologie de Haute-Savoie is affiliated to the Fédération Française de Spéléologie and is recognized as an association for the protection of nature and a player in civil security.

We recommend that you contact the Comité Spéléologique Départemental d'Eure-et-Loir directly for more precise information.

Plougastel-Daoulas, in the Finistère department, is home to the Comité Spéléologique Départemental. This committee represents the Fédération Française de Spéléologie in the region, and is made up of members and clubs affiliated to the federation. Its main missions are to promote caving in the department, manage and protect caves, and help cavers with training and safety. Finistère currently has just one club, Gaspar in Plougastel-Daoulas. However, the committee hopes to generate sufficient interest to set up a second club, particularly in the south of the department where there are some interesting caves, such as Cap Sizun and the Cozon peninsula. Every year, the committee takes part in the Journées Nationales de la Spéléologie et du Canyon, organizing local events for the general public, such as exhibitions, film screenings and introductory courses.