Opening Periods

The Grotte de Fontrabiouse is open all year round.
Visits take place only as guided tours.

The tour lasts approximately 50 minutes.


*Occasional closures – November 2026*

The cave will be exceptionally closed during the following periods:

  • Morning of Friday, November 6
  • All day on November 9, 10, 11 and 12
  • Morning of Friday, November 13
  • All day on Monday, November 23

Opening hours

PeriodOpening hours
1 September → 30 June (Every day outside French school holidays)10:00 am–12:30 pm / 2:30 pm–5:30 pm
1 September → 30 June (French school holidays)10:00 am–12:30 pm / 2:30 pm–5:30 pm
1 July → 31 August10:00 am–6:50 pm

Guided tour times

From 1 September to 30 June

Weekdays and weekends outside French school holidays:

10:15 am • 11:30 am • 3:00 pm • 4:15 pm

During French school holidays:

10:15 am • 11:30 am • 3:00 pm • 4:15 pm

Please arrive at reception at the indicated time.
The tour of the cave begins approximately 5 minutes after the meeting time.

Additional tours may be offered on site depending on visitor numbers


From 1 July to 31 August

Every day :

10:15 • 11:00 • 11:45 • 12:30 • 13:15 • 14:00 • 14:30 • 15:00 • 15:30 • 16:00 • 16:30 • 17:00 • 17:30 • 18:00


Important information

  • Visits are guided tours only.
  • The tour lasts approximately 50 minutes.
  • Opening hours may occasionally be adjusted depending on operating conditions or visitor numbers.

Preparing your visit

Before your visit, you can also consult:

  • [opening hours]
  • [cave entrance fees]
  • the [how to get to the Grotte de Fontrabiouse] page
  • the [frequently asked questions]

These pages will help you prepare your visit in the best conditions.