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07150 VALLON-PONT-D'ARC
Tél : 04 75 88 06 71
The Cave of the Huguenots and the Cave of Tunnels are separated only a hundred meters along the Ardeche and the scenic Gorges, 900 meters upstream from the Pont d'Arc on the left bank (north) . These two cavities are among many other caves nestled in the cliff facing the valley of Rieusset, on the other side of the Ardeche.
If the cave tunnels with a development of XX m, the cave of the Huguenots in turn is characterized by a huge porch well lit with multiple openings in the cliff. This porch sinking of 45 m and ends in jointing blocked by an escarpment stalagmite. The porch shelters an association law 1901, the CESAME - specializing in research and prehistoric caving.
This combination offers from June to August the visit of the two cavities (including an exhibition in the cave of the Huguenots, which allows it to finance part of its research.
Tunnel Cave has two openings for its artificial, the first at the Ardèche (tunnel 74 m long sandy generally), and the second at the Gorges road at the base of a rock shelter closed by a masonry facade. During the summer, these facilities are home to a bar - restaurant. The cavity is equipped with stairs, concrete paths and has light highlighting a remarkable concretions.