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Fontirou Cave Description
(Local Name: Grotte de Fontirou) Fontirou Cave began forming over 30 million years ago. It was discovered accidentally in 1905, when a cow stepped into a natural chimney. Although the cave is quite small, the seven rooms currently open to visitors include all kinds of colored stalactites. There is also a paleontological collection on display.

The cave is 300 meters from the Fontirou Prehistoric Park.
Hobbies & Activities category: Cave;  Prehistoric site or exhibit
Address
Grotte de Fontirou
RN 21
F-47340 Castella
France
http://www.grottes-fontirou.com
Hours
April 1 to June 30
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Open14:0014:0014:0014:0014:0014:0014:00
Closed17:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:30
July 1 to August 31
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Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed12:3012:3012:3012:3012:3012:3012:30
Open14:0014:0014:0014:0014:0014:0014:00
Closed18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
September 1 to September 15
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Open14:0014:0014:0014:0014:0014:0014:00
Closed17:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:30
Cost
Adult5.80 Euros
Group discounts4.30 Euros
Child4.30 Euros
Tips
Also open year-round by appointment.
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Typical Visit
45 minutes
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