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Cave of la Pierre de Volvic
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Travel to the heart of history or legends with the Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic. One site – three tours for all audiences.
Carved into the heart of the Nugère Volcano lava flow, the Pierre de Volvic Cave is an iconic site in the Chaîne des Puys. Today, it offers an exciting experience for visitors of all ages with its original and captivating tours, steeped in history and legend.
The historical tour: follow the story of a 20th-century stone quarry operator through a moving Scénovision® documentary. In the lava vault, the story of his life and that of his craftsmen traces a journey through five consecutive spaces with changing themes.
The Cave of Lights: immerse yourself in an aquatic and vegetal atmosphere with this magical show created especially for young audiences. Sound and light projections take you on the adventures of Volvis, a little otter living in the cave...
The Father Christmas Cave: experience the magic of the festive season with your family as you discover Father Christmas' workshop. Throughout a sound and light show with fabulous scenery, follow the extraordinary adventures of endearing toys and elves.
Technical Information
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Date and time
- From 10/02/2026 to 01/11/2026
- From 28/11/2026 to 03/01/2027
Additional information
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Office de Tourisme Terra Volcana, les Pays de Volvic - 26/05/2026
www.terravolcana.com
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Price(s)
Adult: 9 to 12 € Child (4-12 years): 7.20 to 9 €. Free entry for children under 4. Group rate available for 20 people or more. The Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic offers a joint pass with the Volcan de Lemptégy (20 minutes away). This gives you access to preferential rates for both the historical tour and the fairytale tour! See our website for more information.
Distinctions
Michelin guide
Le petit futé
"Accueil Vélo" : Cyclists Welcome label
Open period
From 10/02 to 01/11/2026. - Historical tour & Grotto of Lights (1 tour per day - see calendar on website). From 28/11/2026 to 03/01/2027. - Santa's grotto (see calendar on website).
Contact
Phone : 04 73 33 56 92
Email : contact@grotte-pierre-volvic.com
Website : http://www.grotte-pierre-volvic.fr
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/grottedelapierredevolvic
Tips
One free admission to the Grotte de la Pierre cave upon presentation of the Terra Volcana pass
Host portrait
Delve into the heart of the Nugère volcano's lava flow: The Volvic Stone Cave will reveal this gallery, which has been mined for Volvic stone since the 13th century. A 75-minute self-guided tour in the form of a Scénovision presentation. Over the course of five stages, discover the world of the quarry workers at the beginning of the 20th century, who contributed in particular to the discovery of the Volvic water source.
Promotional offers
10% discount on adult tickets upon presentation of your ClermontPass. Offer valid for the historical tour of the Grotte de la Pierre, the Grotte des Lumières or the Grotte du Père Noël.
Reception complements
Tours adapted to all publics: schools, associations, families... Bring warm clothing - cave temperature: 10°C.
Animals
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