Grottes d'Azé
Landmarked prehistoric site. International classification in palaeontology (from 250,000 to 10,000 years old). The prehistoric grotto: the one thousand-bear cave. 200 metres of marked paths. The greatest concentration of bear skeletons visible in an open cave. Lion skeletons, including one extremely rare specimen with its entire skull intact. Mousterian dwellings found on the site, fauna and Stone Age industrial activities, Neanderthal man. The underground river: 800 metres of marked paths, fossilized and active galleries. Water recreational area, waterfalls, aquatic cave fauna. The site's archaeological museum: an impressive array of minerals, flint rock, bones, weapons, tools, pottery, coins and cave fauna. Over 3,000 listed artefacts.
- French, English
- Credit card, Cheques and postal orders, Holiday vouchers, Cash
- Pets not allowed
- Picnic area
- Parking
- Toilettes
- Shop
- Specific theme activities
- Junior workshop
- Conferences
From 04/11/2024 to 31/12/2024
Annual closure from 18/09/2023 to 31/03/2024. Reopening of the Grottes d'Azé in April 2024.
We look forward to seeing you in the new Grottes.
- Child rate (Children from 6 to 17 years) : 4.5€
- Base rate - full rate adult : 8€
- Gratuities (Children from 0 to 5 years)
- Rate for large families (Family: 2 adults + 2 children (or 1 adult + 3 children)) : 20€
- Student's rate (Students aged 18 to 26)
Health pass required. See website. Reservations required. Please come to the reception desk at least 15 minutes before the start of each visit. Temperature inside the caves: 12°C (bring warm clothing). Guided tours ONLY. Visits with audio guides are possible in foreign languages: English, German and Dutch, the audio guide is also available in French for the hearing impaired.
Brochures Bourgogne Tourisme
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