05September27September2026
(All periods)‘À vos propulseurs’ activity: Prehistory activities at the Chauvet Cave 2
How about going hunting just like in prehistoric times? During the weekends in September, come and experience the ‘À vos propulseurs’ activity at the Chauvet 2 Cave in the Ardèche!
Step into the shoes of our Aurignacian ancestors by trying your hand at spear-throwing with a spear-thrower on the hunting ground on the esplanade!
Activity for ages 7 and over – Duration: approximately 20 minutes
On weekends in September and the first weekend in October – Open continuously from 2.00 pm to 6.30 pm.
In the event of bad weather, this activity will be replaced by “Dis, dessine-moi un mammouth” in the cave workshop (from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm).
All activities are included in the admission ticket.
Discover the full programme for September on our website, under the ‘Events’ section!
La Grotte Chauvet 2 – Ardèche
Equipments / Services
Openings / Rates
From 05/09 to 27/09/2026 weekends between 9 am and 7 pm.
From Saturday 3 to Sunday 4 October 2026 between 9.30 am and 6 pm.
Free of charge.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.
