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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Grotte de Dargilan

Meyrueis, France

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 95 2026
Grotte de Dargilan

Large limestone cave above the Jonte gorge, with chambers of stalactites, stalagmites, draperies and columns, a petrified waterfall and an old underground riverbed. Visits run as guided group tours on foot, mostly in French, with longer three-hour and children's tours offered.

Highlights

  • Petrified waterfall
  • Underground riverbed and rimstone pools
  • Gorge view from terrace

Good to know

  • Standard tour lasts about 1.5 hours
  • Around 10°C inside, bring a sweater
  • Over 120 steps to climb back

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