Aven d'Orgnac

Cave Orgnac-l'Aven, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

What to expect

The Aven d'Orgnac is a cave located in the commune of Orgnac-l'Aven in the department of Ardèche, in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It is known for its large volumes of rooms and varied concretions, and is classified as a Grand Site de France. The cave is open to visitors and offers guided tours. The site also features a prehistoric city, the Cité de la Préhistoire, which offers workshops and demonstrations of prehistoric techniques. The area is suitable for families, with activities such as prehistoric hunting, fire secrets, and creative workshops. The site is also accessible for visitors with disabilities, with partial access to the last room of the cave and elevators

Plan your family visit to the Aven d'Orgnac with these blog insights 👇

Visiting the Ardèche Gorges - what to do? Our guide

This family's experience:

Activities: We toured the Aven d'Orgnac, a magnificent cave with grand halls and impressive stalagmites

Highlights: The cave's unique rock formations, especially the 'chaos' room, and the interactive exhibits at the Prehistoric City were a hit with the kids ✨

A week in Ardèche with the family

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Aven d'Orgnac, a Grand Site de France, and explored the underground halls with a guide

Highlights: We were fascinated by the underground decor and the impressive concretions ✨