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Grotte d'Osselle
Europe's largest cave bear necropolis: the Grottes d'Osselle are a must-see site in Burgundy-Franche-Comté. One of the oldest tourist caves in the world, it has been open to visitors since 1504, and is an exceptional place for both its natural beauty and its history.
The cave is 1,200 metres long, making it one of the longest underground tours you can visit in France.
It was in this cave that the first complete cave bear skeleton was discovered in 1826, adding to its worldwide renown.
It has also been visited and studied by such historic figures as Voltaire and Cuvier.
Listed since 1912, the Grottes d'Osselle are an ideal family outing, offering a journey through geological and palaeontological history.
- French, English
- Cheques and postal orders, Cash
- Pets welcome
Amenities
- Picnic area
- Parking
- Shop
Prices & Schedules Opening :
APRIL - MAY - JUNE
Weekdays from 2pm to 5pm (last departure)
Sundays and public holidays and Saturdays 11 and 18 MAY: 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm (last departure)
JULY - AUGUST
9.30am to 12pm and 1pm to 6pm (last departure)
SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER
Weekdays from 2pm to 5pm (last departure)
Sundays and public holidays: 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm (last departure)
1st to 3rd NOVEMBER inclusive
Weekdays from 2pm to 5pm
Sundays and public holidays: 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm
In April May June September October, groups of more than 20 people can visit in the morning by prior arrangement.
Open every day from 12 April to the end of the All Saints' holiday!
Prices :- Child rate : From 6€ (4/12 years)
- Base rate - full rate adult : From 9.5€
- Group rate : From 4€ (Minimum 15 people )
- Student's rate : From 7.5€
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