1:15pm
We speak English, Spanish
Small pools, labyrinths, concretions, lake: the Grottes de La Balme, located 40 minutes from Lyon, are rich in what nature has shaped. Discover a rare and exceptional natural site which will offer you an atypical discovery of the underground world!
Take your time during a self-guided visit of around 1 hour 15 minutes or benefit from explanations during a guided tour (reservation required).
Visited since 1807, the Caves of La Balme reveal their history and their mysteries throughout the 1 meters of underground galleries to explore.
Located in Nord-Isère, in the center of the village of La Balme-les-Grottes, they are a thrilling detour in the territory of the Balcons du Dauphiné.
Complete your day with the free trail of the Sensitive Natural Area “Les Coteaux de Saint-Roch” which can be discovered thanks to a marked trail and a discovery booklet. This preserved natural area will allow you to observe the particularities of the cliffs, the forest and the dry lawns which surround the Grottes de La Balme and are home to numerous species of protected plants and animals.
Become real adventurers during 100% family activities! Fun visit with the Archibalme Survey: young and old will be delighted.
Summer and winter alike, the underground world never ceases to surprise you!
The souvenir shop is open at the same time as the caves and offers many gifts: crockery, textiles, stones, selection of books and other essential objects to treat yourself or to give as a gift.
Accessible tourism
- No wheelchair access.
labels
- Accueil Vélo Label
Comfort
Working Languages
- English
- Spanish
Services
- Educational visits
- Coach access
- Motorhomes allowed
- Boutique
- Tourist Documentation
- photo spot
- order
Equipment
- Cycling Parking
- Free parking
- Coach parking
- Parking in the area
- Parking
- Charging stations for electric vehicles
- Defibrillator
- Picnic area.
- Theme trail
- Toilet
Customer base
Minimum age: 4
Pricing
Admission fee for self-guided tours
Adult: 11 €
Child (4-11 years old): € 8
Teenager (12-17 years old): € 9
Reduced price: from €6
Family package: €35 (3rd child and up Family Pass: €6/child)
Job seeker: €9
Student: € 9.
Free for under 4 years.
Animations and guided tours:
Adult (over 18): €13
Teenager (12 to 17 years old): 11€
Child (4 to 11 years old): 10 €
Family pass (2 adults + 2 children): €43
3rd child and more Family Pass: €8,00/child
Groups (schools and others): contact us - only by reservation from February to December.
Payment method
- Cheque
- Cash
- Bank / credit card
- Classic Holiday Vouchers
- Contactless payment
Opening
From 27/12 to 30/12/2025, weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 18:13 p.m. Monday and Tuesday from 30:18 a.m. to XNUMX:XNUMX p.m.
Last entry time at 17 p.m.
On Saturday, "Christmas stories" entertainment is available by reservation.
From 02/01 to 04/01/2026, Fridays from 13:30pm to 18pm. Weekends from 10:30am to 18pm.
Last entry time at 17 p.m.
Itinerary
Duration: 1h15
Advice from the Office
In case of rain
Do not panic ! Here are all our sheltered activities.
On the way back
To bring back a souvenir or something to treat yourself, stock up on local products from the Ain Plain.
