24
December
16h00
Christmas mass
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We offer you a moment of meditation, a break of peace, family joys, sharing and hope for the coming year.
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Welcome to the Grotte des Demoiselles! From December 1st to 22nd, we welcome you on weekends. During the Christmas holidays, the cave will be open every day. No matter the weather, the visit remains accessible, with no risk of flooding, offering you a unique experience, especially with the sound ambiance during heavy rainfall. We invite you to check out our December event program, including the concert and Christmas mass. Reservation is highly recommended!
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August
09h30
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Live the cave experience differently. Let yourself enjoy the subterranean adventure!
Are you ready to live a unique and unforgettable adventure in the heart of the earth? La Grotte des Demoiselles offers you an exceptional experience that will immerse you in the depths of nature, allowing you to discover its hidden secrets in an immersive way and captivating. With abseiling and a visit to the original lantern!
Let us guide you through the three steps of this unique experience.
1. Lantern Exploration
Meet Guillaume, our caving enthusiast and experienced instructor. With it, you will plunge into the bowels of the Grotte des Demoiselles, exploring the upper network by the light of your lantern alone. Imagine yourself as the first explorers in 1780, with the advantage of a caving professional who knows every contour of the cave.
2. Journey to the Aven de l'Eure
After this unique adventure in the Grotte des Demoiselles, you will emerge and walk towards the Aven de l'Eure, another hidden wonder. A short 15-minute hike will take you to this fascinating destination. Here you will discover the fascinating geological history of the Thaurac plateau, as well as its best kept secrets.
3. Abseiling
The moment you've all been waiting for: equipped with your harness, helmet and headlamp, you'll prepare for a rappel down the Aven de l'Eure. This excursion off the beaten path will open the doors to a new world, allowing you to discover perspectives that have yet to be explored. Under the wise advice of our guide, you will learn the fundamental techniques of abseiling and moving along the lifeline. In addition, you will master the art of rope climbing in a 10-meter-high well!
EQUIPMENT
MANDATORY RESERVATION
Contraindications
This list is indicative but not exhaustive:
Pregnancy, herniated disc, heart and joint disease in general, history of severe head trauma, Meniere's vertigo, cerebral vascular malformation, ophthalmic problem (tell us)... All participants agree to have civil liability. For security reasons, on-board cameras (GoPro type) are only authorized under certain conditions.
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