Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Ardèche

Opening : Saturday 10 October 2026 from 4.30 pm.

From 17/10 to 01/11/2026 daily from 6 pm.

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Discover the cave in a whole new way with guided tours by torchlight! Follow in the footsteps of our Palaeolithic ancestors, enjoy an immersive and deeply moving experience, and gain a fresh perspective on humanity’s first great masterpiece!

By torchlight, the cave is revealed in a whole new light… The artworks come to life, shadows play across the contours of the walls, and the power of the Palaeolithic artists’ strokes seems to come to life before your very eyes, making their presence almost tangible.

Accompanied by a guide carrying a torch, discover the artworks as you wander through the cave and let yourself be surprised by an experience that comes as close as possible to that of our ancestors.

A unique, timeless tour, offering a fresh perspective on the cave’s artworks and allowing you to feel the full power of this first great masterpiece of humanity!

- Recommended for ages 7 and over
- Cave tour duration: approximately 1 hour 15 minutes (allow 4 hours for the entire site)
- Your ticket grants access to the cave reconstruction, the Aurignacian Gallery, the ‘Chauvet Cave: The Scientific Adventure’ exhibition, the park and the activities (subject to the programme)

Discover the full current programme on our website, under the ‘Events’ section!

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