Open from mid-March to Toussiant. Low season: open daily from 11am to 5pm. High season: 10am to 7pm. May and June daily from 10:30 am to 6 pm. Adults: €14.50. Children: €10. Catering.
Welcome to the Kingdom of the Crystal Giants. Opened to the public for the first time in 2013, the Grotte de la Salamandre is just as much for those who enjoy sightseeing as it is for those who seek a variety of sensations or are in search of an unprecedented adventure.
Share your emotions through the five tour options:
- The Belvedere and its incredible panoramic view, accessible by wheelchair (unique in Europe);
- The Guided Tour, a fascinating one-hour journey through an enormous space adorned with splendid titanic concretions, concluded by a dazzling sound and light show;
- For adrenalin-seekers, the Grand Rappel: a 50m descent to discover the immense hall from the ceiling, with friends or family. Emotion guaranteed and... shared!
- Les Coulisses de la Salamandre: 2h30 of caving in the Grotto's hidden chambers, a captivating tour that's fun, aesthetic and a bit sporty too.
- Aeroplane Flight: an experience like no other in the world
Every week, the "Immersion" show invites spectators to wander freely through the Grotto on a visual and auditory journey, featuring the Grotto's monumental concretions to the rhythm of film music by great composers.
Ongoing events punctuate the life of the site, including the Trail des Avens, unusual tours and numerous seasonal concerts.
Outside, an eco-responsible site of great beauty: the reception structure made of local wood, nestled into the cliffside, houses a pretty boutique selling original items, as well as a refreshment bar offering tasty products to be enjoyed on the magnificent terrace overlooking the wild, unspoilt garrigue.
Nearby, the "accro-bambino" allows the little ones to experience their own adventure on a suspended course surrounded by safety nets.
Finally, the Rivière au Pépites will delight young and old alike with a fun gold-panning experience.
Le personnel y est très accueillant et sympathique, la visite guidée est captivante, un bon moment.. et le vol en aéroplume est une expérience inoubliable, Alex est tellement prévenant et à l’écoute que l’on en ressort conquis ..