Speleology and caving

Caving in the Ardèche

Caving in the Ardèche: explore the exceptional geological sites in the Ardèche
If you are a geology and caving enthusiast, if you dream of trips that will take you down to the heart of the earth, come to the Ardèche and we will make you discover its secrets. You can spend a whole day in the subterranean world of the department that offers the widest range of geological wonders. Visit its many caves and discover the geological past of the region.

Most of the caves and geological sites are located in the Ardèche valley, between Pont-Saint-Esprit and Aubenas.

Caving includes both sports and cultural and scientific activities. Discovering virgin sites, unexplored areas, secret grottos and caves is an exceptional attraction for tourists.

Caving enthusiasts always try to discover karstic regions featuring cavities that can be explored. Endowed with sites that meet the needs and requirements of this sport (mountains, caves, grottos and sinkholes), throughout the year, the Ardèche welcomes caving enthusiasts and gradually, speleology tends to become a popular leisure and tourist attraction.

Travel to the heart of nature and the geological past of the Ardèche

For millions of years, the Ardèche Region has been endowed with 2,500 subterranean cavities. This number is not constant as every year new cavities are discovered, which makes the region the privileged destination for French and European explorers and speleologists.

Amidst beautiful landscapes you can have the opportunity to devote yourself to this activity in complete safety. The sites are fully equipped and speleologists can explore exceptional sites and experience unforgettable times.

Caving gives you the chance to explore a wonderful world and to share thrilling hours with your family or friends.

Of course you will take such trips with experienced instructors who will guide you and ensure your safety while you are exploring a site.

Just name the area you want to explore and Ardèche-Tourism will see to the organisation of your trip.