THE SASSING TANKS
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The vats of Sassenage, one of the Wonders of the Dauphiné.
Going underground is never trivial, and visiting one of the "Wonders of the Dauphiné", a listed natural heritage site, remains a privilege. Climb up to the cave along the Furon before a guided tour along a fun and educational trail. The spectacle of the caves is breathtaking. Several themed tours are available, including an ApéroGrotte where you can sample local produce in an unusual setting, a Halloween special in an "earth-ifying" cave, and Wednesday summer tours for children with Omballa's Challenges.
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Opening time and information on THE SASSING TANKS
Open from June to October. July and August: tours every afternoon, departing at 2 pm, 2:30 pm, 3 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 5 pm and 5:30 pm. Please enquire for May, June, September and October. Adults: €10. Children (aged 6 to 14): €8.
Our offers and services
Themed tours
ApéroGrotte
Small-group tours followed by an aperitif in the Salle Saint-Bruno, with tastings of local products or Italian specialties
In July and August, every Friday and Saturday at 6pm, booking 48 hours in advance, minimum 5 pers., maximum 20 pers.
Prices :
Adults aged 15 and over: €15
Students, with proof of enrolment: €14
Children aged 6 to 14: €10
Omballa's challenges: Mélusine in peril at Les Cuves
Explore the cave, test your knowledge and help Mélusine regain her powers, stolen by the witch Omballa...
In July and August, every Wednesday at 2pm.
Tours for 6-10 year-olds accompanied by their parents.
Price :
Adults aged 15 and over: €9
Students, with proof of enrolment: €8
Children aged 6 to 14: €6
Earth-ifying visit
Halloween special for All Saints' vacation: October-November
Individual rates :
Adults aged 15 and over: €9
Students, with proof of enrolment: €8
Children aged 6 to 14: €6
Group rates (minimum 18 people):
Adults aged 15 and over: €8
Students, with proof of enrolment: €7
Children aged 6 to 14: €5
Looking for an original birthday party?
Come and celebrate with your friends at Grotte les Cuves!
On the program:
Visit "Omballa Mélusine's challenges in peril at Les Cuves", followed by a snack.
From June to October, subject to site availability. Reservations required, 10 working days in advance.
For 6-10 year-olds accompanied by their parents.
Price: €50 (minimum 5 children), then €5/additional child, subject to a maximum of 15 participants.
Guided tour schedule
JUNE AND SEPTEMBER
Wednesday to Friday, by appointment, minimum 18 people.
Saturdays and Sundays, without appointment, every afternoon at 2pm, 3:30pm and 5pm
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
JULY AND AUGUST
Mornings by appointment, minimum 18 people.
Every afternoon, without appointment, at 2pm*, 2:30pm, 3pm, 3:30pm, 4pm, 4:30pm, 5pm, 5:30pm.
*Every Wednesday, the 2pm visit is devoted to the animation "Omballa's challenges: Mélusine in peril at Les Cuves"
OCTOBER
Wednesdays to Fridays, by appointment, 18 pers minimum.
Saturdays and Sundays, without appointment, 3pm and 4:30pm
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
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Jeune guide parfaite.
There are a few things you should be prepared for-
1. It is a strenuous walk up to the cave entrance. Bring water.
2.There are very tight spaces, be prepared to crouch and watch your head. I'm tall and had to use my hands on the ground a few times.
3. Don't wear a backpack if you can. Mine kept rubbing.
There is a toilet at the top and some refreshments.