Choranche Caves
Grottes de Choranche
Vercors caves famed for thousands of slender hollow stalactite “straws” reflected in an underground lake.
The caves lie beneath the cliffs of the Bourne Gorge. The guided route takes about one hour and passes through an underground river and lakes. The cave ceiling hangs with countless slender hollow stalactites, which reflect on the water under the lights, making this one of the most spectacular caves of its kind in Europe. Admission is more than ten euros. The cave stays around 12°C year-round, so bring a jacket. Opening seasons and hours are listed on the official website. It is often visited together with Pont-en-Royans.
Opening hours
Open approx. April–October; sessions per official website
Nearby sights
- Pont-en-Royans
- Route de Combe Laval
- Vercors Regional Natural Park
- Vercors Resistance Memorial
- Mont Aiguille
- Cuves de Sassenage
- Lac de Monteynard & Himalayan Footbridges
- Grenoble-Bastille Cable Car