Grotte Chauvet 2 Ardèche

Cave Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

What to expect

The Grotte Chauvet 2 Ardèche is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring exceptionally high-quality paintings dating back 36,000 years. The site is a replica of the original Grotte Chauvet, which was discovered in 1994 and is considered one of the most well-preserved and abundant prehistoric caves in the world. The replica, located in a 15-hectare park, offers a unique experience, allowing visitors to discover the astounding paintings and engravings of the original cave. The site also features a 'Galerie de l'Aurignacien' which provides insight into the lives of the people who created the artwork, with life-sized animals and a panoramic backdrop. The site is a great place to visit with family and friends to learn about the history and art of the Aurignacian people

Plan your family visit to the Grotte Chauvet 2 Ardèche with these blog insights 👇

Weekend in Ardèche

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Grotte Chauvet 2 Ardèche, a replica of a prehistoric cave

Highlights: Our children enjoyed the audioguides and the light show ✨

Visiting the Ardèche Gorges - what to do? Our guide

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Grotte Chauvet 2, a replica of the original cave, showcasing the prehistoric paintings

Highlights: The replica cave provided a fascinating glimpse into the lives of our ancestors ✨

Chauvet Cave with the family: an unmissable experience in Ardèche

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the replica of the cave, a treasure inherited from the Paleolithic era, and discovered its rich paintings and sculptures

Highlights: The kids were thrilled by the realistic reconstitution of the cave, and we all enjoyed the guided tour ✨

A week in Ardèche with the family

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Grotte Chauvet 2, a replica of the original cave, and explored the prehistoric paintings and drawings

Highlights: We had a great time, and the guided tour was fascinating ✨