01September30September2026
Visite flash de l'exposition "Grotte Chauvet, l'Aventure Scientifique" à la Grotte Chauvet 2
Join a guide to explore a topic from the temporary exhibition in more depth!
How can you study a cave when you’re not allowed to touch anything?
From 1 to 30 September, join a quick tour of the exhibition every day at 5.30 pm, focusing on the theme ‘Protecting without destroying: the Chauvet challenge’.
Suitable for all ages – Duration: approximately 15 minutes – Science Area (Rhinoceros Room)
The quick tour of the exhibition is included in the admission ticket for the Grotte Chauvet 2 – Ardèche.
The exhibition ‘Chauvet Cave: The Scientific Adventure’ (on display until 3 January 2027) invites you to take a behind-the-scenes look at the research carried out in one of the world’s most extraordinary decorated caves, which has been closed to the public since its discovery in 1994. During your visit, step into the shoes of a scientist and explore the various disciplines involved in unravelling the cave’s secrets!
Discover the full programme for September on our website, under the ‘Events’ section.
La Grotte Chauvet 2 – Ardèche
Equipments / Services
Openings / Rates
| Opening hours from 01 September to 30 September 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Friday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Sunday | Open from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm |
From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 daily between 9 am and 7 pm.
Free of charge.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.
