Fascinatingly beautiful caves with twelve enchanting rooms, each more enchanting than the last, and an arrival by small train.
The Lacave caves celebrate 120 years of public access! The famous biospeleologist Armand Viré, renowned for his work on dinosaur tracks and his museum in Luzech, pioneered the discovery of the Lacave caves in 1902. Located in the cliffs overlooking the Dordogne, these caves of exceptional beauty were developed and opened to the public under his direction. Since 1961, access to the caves has been via a small electric train, which climbs 400 metres through the rock to the heart of the hill, where it stops at an unusual station. On arrival, you'll be welcomed into the Grande Salle du Chaos, whose unique acoustics make it ideal for summer concerts.
The tour continues through 12 rooms, each offering fascinating landscapes. You'll discover mysterious lakes and surprisingly shaped concretions. Highlights include the Milky Waterfall, the Eccentrics, the Tarasque, the Three Fates, the Snow Corridor and the Hall of Black Lights. During your guided tour, you'll hear extraordinary stories about legendary dragons, giant spiders and angels. Take time to admire the 60-metre-high Grand Dome, as well as the Salle des Mirages, where reflections from the ceiling create the illusion of a sunken city. You'll then reach the Salle des Merveilles, a 2,000 m² space featuring a spellbinding display of fireflies. 1h30 of magic and wonder in the depths of the earth.
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Quality Tourism. Open from February to November. Low season: open daily from 10am to 12pm and from 2pm to 5pm. High season: daily 9:30am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm. Opening times according to season, check website. Closing times are those of the last daily departure; we recommend arriving 20 min before departure. Free for children under 3. Adults: €13 (over 21). Children (aged 4 to 13): €9 (aged 14 to 20: €11). Vacation vouchers. Guided tour. Gift store. Animations. Unusual visits: picnics or aperitifs.
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The Lacave caves invite you on a journey to the center of the Earth. Discover this jewel, unearthed in 1905 by Armand Viré, aboard a small electric train that will take you 400 meters underground to the heart of the hill. There, you'll marvel at the impressive stalactites and stalagmites as you listen to the fascinating story of this underground treasure. You can then explore the Hall of Wonders. For an even more immersive experience, the cave can be privatized, offering an intimate and authentic setting for a special moment with family, friends or lovers. After the visit, you can enjoy a convivial meal featuring local produce and a bottle of wine. Photography enthusiasts will not be outdone. A photo tour of the Grottes de Lacave is an experience not to be missed. The rock formations, the play of light and shadow and the reflections in the underground waters offer unique photographic perspectives. Whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiast, you'll find plenty of subjects to immortalize here. Guided tours provide expert advice on capturing the best angles and mastering lighting, ensuring unforgettable shots.
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