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Caves in Provence

Published on: February 13, 2013

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Description: Aven D’Orgnac is one of the best caves in the area with a several huge chambers and many of the obligatory stalagmites and stalactites! The actual visit in the cave is guided and is 1 hour long. A lift takes you up at the end of the tour. There is a good visitor centre here and it is possible to picnic in the woods adjacent to the main car park.Location: 8km east of Barjac on the D176.General Info: Open from 1st Feb- 15th Nov. Adult entry costs around €10* and children aged 6-14 around €6*. Students can get discounted entry for around €8*. In July/Aug there are tours every 20 minutes.Website: http://www.orgnac.com/, tel: 0033 4 75 38 65 10Our recommendations: Equally worth visiting on a really hot day (when you will be able to keep cool as it is only 13 deg C underground – take a woolly!) or on a rainy day to get out of the rain!For the children: They will enjoy this place although it is not pure entertainment.* please note that all prices are subject to change. Check the official website or contact the venue directly for actual pricesHere’s more information to make the most of your visit to the Provence:

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