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Welcome to the Kingdom of the Crystal Giants. Discover this enchanting cavern adorned with titanic concretions set off by color and sound: activities and emotions for all. Extend your experience with a tasty meal on the splendid terrace.

Welcome to the Grotte de la Salamandre, Incroyable par Nature: it's just as much for those who enjoy sightseeing as for those who are looking for a variety of sensations or a new adventure. The interpretation trail marks the start of the experience in the heart of unspoilt nature.

Share your emotions through five different 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 set off by light and sound;
- For adrenalin-seekers, the Grand Rappel: a 50-metre descent through the ceiling of the immense chamber, with friends or family. Emotion guaranteed and... shared!
- Les Coulisses de la Salamandre: 2h30 of caving in the Grotte's hidden chambers, a captivating tour that's fun, aesthetic and a little sporty all the same.
- The extraordinary flight in an Aéroplume©, a unique experience that lets you discover the Grotto from the air. After slipping into a cocoon attached to the underside of the balloon, the pilot moves smoothly thanks to his two large "fins".
The site is constantly alive with events such as the Trail des Avens, unusual tours and the many Mardis Live concerts in season.

Outside, eco-responsible buildings are covered with solar panels, producing most of the energy used to light the Grotto. The reception structure, nestled into the cliffside, houses a pretty boutique selling original items, as well as a refreshment bar offering tasty treats on the magnificent terrace overlooking the wild, unspoilt garrigue. In the immediate vicinity, the "accro-bambino" allows the little ones to experience their own adventure on a suspended course surrounded by safety nets. While waiting for the visit or to extend the moment, children accompanied by their parents can join the Rivière aux Pépites located on our picnic area, equipped with a bag of sand available in our store. As they sift through the sand, they'll gradually discover some lovely minerals, and the lucky ones may even find a (small) gold nugget!

Further information
Grand Rappel: minimum age 12.
Les Coulisses de la Salamandre: 10 years minimum.
Parking available for campervans
Changing table and high chairs
Bike shelter.
Marque Qualité Tourisme and label Famille +
Baby carrier available for guided tours.
Play area.
Guide du Routard

Quality Charter/Quality Label

  • Michelin guide
  • Famille Plus
  • Vineyards and Discovery Accreditation
  • Petit Fûté
  • Bad weather alternative
  • Qualité Tourisme™
  • Gard tourist sites club
  • Qualité Tourisme Occitanie Sud de France

Tour

  • Average duration of the individual tour: 50 min
  • Average duration of the group tour: 50 min
  • Groups welcome from 20 to 500 people.

Clientele

  • Home school groups
  • Children
  • Special rate for disabled people
  • Groups
  • Welcome for business/incentive groups

Tour languages

  • English
  • French

Individual tour services

  • Guided individual tours available permanently
  • Guided inividual tours obligatory

Group tour services

  • Guided group tours available permanently
  • Guided group tours obligatory

Opening

From 15 March to 30 April
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open
From 01 May to 30 June
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open
From 01 July to 31 August
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open
From 01 September to 30 September
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open
From 01 October to 03 November
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open

Prices

Adult €14,90
Child €10,30

Methods of payment

  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash
  • Credit transfer
  • Online payment
  • Connect Travellers Cheque

Facilities & services

Facilities

  • Car park
  • Free car park
  • Private parking
  • Coach parking
  • Parking
  • Defibrillator
  • Picnic area
  • Toilets

Services

  • Pets welcome
  • Educational visits
  • Shop
  • Restaurant
  • Fast food

On-site activities

  • Son et Lumière
  • Activity
  • Recreational activities
  • Tourist cave / Other landscaped natural sites

Accessibility

  • Mental disability
  • Physical disability
  • Visual disability

Tourism adapted to

  • Mental disability
  • Visual disability
  • Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
  • WC + grab handle + adequate space to move
  • Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities