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Grotte de la Salamandre
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Welcome to the Kingdom of the Crystal Giants. Discover this enchanting cavern adorned with titanic concretions set off by color and sound: activities and emotions for all. Extend your experience with a tasty meal on the splendid terrace.
Welcome to the Kingdom of the Crystal Giants. Opened to the public for the first time in 2013, the Grotte de la Salamandre is just as much for those who enjoy sightseeing as it is for those who seek a variety of sensations or are in search of an unprecedented adventure.
Share your emotions through the five tour options:
- The Belvedere, with its incredible panoramic view and wheelchair access (unique in Europe);
- The Guided Tour, a fascinating one-hour journey through an enormous space adorned with splendid titanic concretions, concluding with a dazzling sound and light show;
- For adrenalin-seekers, the Grand Rappel: a 50-metre descent to discover the immense hall from the ceiling, with friends or family. Emotion guaranteed and... shared!
- Les Coulisses de la Salamandre: 2h30 of caving in the Grotte's hidden chambers, a captivating tour that's fun, aesthetic and a little sporty all the same.
- Aeroplane Flight: an experience like no other in the world
Every week, the "Immersion" show invites spectators to wander freely through the Grotto on a visual and auditory journey, featuring the Grotto's monumental concretions to the rhythm of film music by great composers.
Ongoing events punctuate the life of the site, including the Trail des Avens, unusual tours and the many concerts offered in season.
Outside, an eco-responsible site of great beauty: the reception structure made of local wood, nestled into the cliffside, houses a pretty store selling original items, as well as a refreshment bar offering tasty products to be enjoyed on the magnificent terrace overlooking the wild, unspoilt garrigue.
In the immediate vicinity, the accro-bambino allows the little ones to experience their own adventure on a suspended course surrounded by safety nets.
Last but not least, the Rivière au Pépites will delight young and old alike with a fun gold-panning experience.
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Date and time
- From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026 from 10:00 to 19:00
- From 01/09/2026 to 30/09/2026 from 10:00 to 18:00
- From 01/10/2026 to 01/11/2026 from 11:00 to 17:00
Additional information
Price(s)
Adult: 15.50 €
Child: 11.50 €.
Free entry for children under 6, accompanying guides, the drivers.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.
Distinctions
Michelin guide
Le petit futé
Famille Plus
Hearing disability
Mental disability
Physical disability
Visual disability
Qualité Tourisme Occitanie Sud de France
Label Vineyards and Discoveries
Qualité Tourisme™
Updated by
Office de Tourisme Méjannes-le-Clap - 25/08/2026
www.mejannesleclap.com/
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Contact
Phone : 04 66 600 600
Email :
berenice.berthelot@grandesalamandre.com
contact@grottedelasalamandre.com
Website : http://www.grottedelasalamandre.com
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/grottedelasalamandre
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New for 2026
IMMERSION: A UNIQUE SENSORY JOURNEY
The Grotte de la Salamandre presents its new show "Immersion", a unique sensory experience. Immersion invites spectators on a visual and auditory journey, featuring the Grotto's monumental concretions to the rhythm of film music by great composers such as John Williams, Ennio Morricone, Hans Zimmer, Vangelis and Ramin Djawadi.
"Immersion" is a spellbinding show in which visitors wander freely through the Grotto, enveloped by the surreal atmosphere created by the fusion of light and sound.
The show is powered exclusively by solar energy, underlining the Grotto's commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. Wheelchair-accessible, "Immersion" invites tou-rists and locals alike to discover or rediscover the splendour of the Grotte de la Salamandre in a whole new light.
Performances take place every day at 1:00 pm and on Saturdays at 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm in March, April, May, June, September and October, and every Monday, Thursday and Friday at 6:00 pm in July and August.
Directed by Olivier Clappé and Etienne Dubois-Mercé, based on an original idea by Daniel Lelièvre.
Services for children
the Rivière aux Pépites for children and teenagers to discover minerals.
Reception complements
Grand Rappel: minimum age 12.
Les Coulisses de la Salamandre: 10 years minimum.
Parking available for campervans
Changing table and high chairs
Bike shelter.
Marque Qualité Tourisme and label Famille +
Baby carrier available for guided tours.
Play area.
Guide du Routard
Animals
Yes. Pets must be kept on a leash or carried. We have water available for them. The whole team sheds a tear when animals stay warm in the cars!
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