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Grotte de la Salamandre

Méjannes-le-Clap, France

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 37 2026
Grotte de la Salamandre

A single large chamber, about 30 metres high, viewed from several levels, with stalactites, stalagmites and a sound and light show at the end. Visits are guided tours of about an hour, in French and English, along paths with few stairs.

Highlights

  • Main chamber on several levels
  • Sound and light show
  • Aeroplume balloon flights inside

Good to know

  • Tour lasts 45 minutes to one hour
  • Inside temperature about 12°C, bring jacket
  • 15-minute walk downhill from parking

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