Embark, experience the extraordinary here!
France's first underground natural heritage site, this natural cavity, 33 meters in diameter and 75 meters deep, opens the doors to an incredible journey to the center of the Earth.
Take the elevator or the stairs to dive into the heart of a lush chasm, reaching a depth of 103 meters. Then explore the vast galleries before embarking on the underground river with our boat guides. This journey will take you to a multitude of geological wonders sculpted by nature over millions of years and discovered in 1889.
Come experience an incredible underground adventure!
Duration of the visit: 1h30.
Audio guides are available and included in the tour price: in 7 languages for adults: French, English, Spanish, German, Dutch, Japanese and Italian.
In 4 languages for children: French, English, Dutch, Spanish.
PLEASE NOTE: Online ticketing – It is strongly recommended to anticipate your visit.
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| Opening hours from March 28 to November 01, 2026 | |
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| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
Detailed timetables: www.gouffre-de-padirac.com
Last departure 1h45 before gates close.









