Jules Verne tour of the Aven Armand cave

A Descent into the Unknown

The visit begins with a smooth funicular ride, accessible to all, taking you more than 100 meters underground. There, a fascinating world opens up: a mineral treasure chest sculpted by nature into a true underground masterpiece.

A Journey Worthy of Jules Verne

Over 150 years ago, Jules Verne imagined his Journey to the Center of the Earth. Here, in the heart of the Cévennes National Park, on the Causse Méjean, that journey becomes reality.

Unique Wonders of the World

Explore the mysterious Virgin Forest with its 400 stalagmites, unique worldwide, before discovering rock formations with evocative shapes: the Palm Tree, the Turkey, the Draperies, the Jellyfish, the Cauliflower, the Sheep… and of course, the tallest stalagmite known to date, rising an astonishing 30 meters high.

A Timeless Spectacle

Guided by passionate experts, you dive into a world enhanced by lights, images, and sounds that blur the line between fiction and reality. Jules Verne revisits in his own way the extraordinary story of this chasm, while your guides share the tale of its discovery, reveal its geological secrets, and explain the essential role of water in shaping such enchanting scenery.

Discoveries that Made History

Uncovered in 1897 by Louis Armand, Édouard-Alfred Martel, and Armand Vire, this natural wonder immediately sparked awe. “It is immense! superb! magnificent!” exclaimed Louis Armand. And Martel added: “I came out as if from a dream.”

And You, What Will You Say?

After this unforgettable descent more than 100 meters underground, let yourself be carried away by your own words, between wonder, emotion, and fascination.

Just like Édouard-Alfred Martel in 1897, you may well leave the cave with the same unforgettable feeling: “I came out as if from a dream.” Ranked among the most beautiful caves in France, the Aven Armand offers an extraordinary experience, blending wonder, emotion, and discovery.