Caving · Aude

Caving · Aude

2 offers 42€ – 45€ 5.0 (3 reviews) Verified March 2026
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How to choose

Both tours run 3h and leave from the same meeting point in Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, operated by Spel et Eaux. The 3 € gap between them reflects a real difference in physical demand. The Ermitage cave (42 €) is rated "Occasionally sporty": crawling, squeezing and navigating tight passages at a moderate pace. The Marie-Jeanne cave (45 €) steps up to "Sporty": expect more sustained physical effort, lower ceilings and longer underground sections that push your endurance. First time underground? Start with Ermitage. If you've done caving before and want your heart rate to climb, Marie-Jeanne is the clear pick.

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Best value Caving in the Ermitage cave, Aude

Caving in the Ermitage cave, Aude

5.0 (2) 42€ See offer
Caving in the Marie-Jeanne cave, Aude

Caving in the Marie-Jeanne cave, Aude

5.0 (1) 45€ See offer

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Perfect introduction

Caving in the Ermitage cave, Aude

At 42 €, the Ermitage cave's "Occasionally sporty" level keeps the physical challenge manageable for first-timers over 3h underground.

42 €See offer

Bigger rush

Caving in the Marie-Jeanne cave, Aude

The Marie-Jeanne cave's "Sporty" rating at 45 € delivers a harder physical push through tighter passages for those who want the real underground experience.

45 €See offer

Frequently asked questions

What's the most intense moment in these caving tours?
In the Marie-Jeanne cave, the tightest passages require full-body effort to squeeze through in near-darkness. That combination of confined space, physical strain and underground silence is where most people feel the biggest rush.
Do I need to be afraid of the dark or tight spaces?
Claustrophobia is worth taking seriously here. Both caves involve narrow corridors and underground sections where natural light disappears completely. If enclosed spaces make you uncomfortable, discuss this with Spel et Eaux before booking.
Which cave goes deeper underground?
The data available doesn't specify exact depths for either cave. Contact the operator Spel et Eaux directly for technical details on each route.
Can beginners handle the Marie-Jeanne cave?
It's rated "Sporty", meaning a baseline of physical fitness is required. Absolute beginners are better served by the Ermitage cave, rated "Occasionally sporty", before attempting Marie-Jeanne.
Are the tours available year-round?
No specific season is listed for these tours. Check availability directly on the booking page or contact Spel et Eaux to confirm open dates.

Practical info

Season

All year

Equipment

Wear old clothes you don't mind getting muddy and destroyed. Both tours are 3h underground, so bring knee pads if you have them: the Marie-Jeanne cave's sporty level means significant crawling on rock.

Getting there

Both tours meet at Parking N°2 du Belvédère, 66220 Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet.

See also

Caving elsewhere

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Other activities in Aude

CanyoningWhite Water RaftingVia Ferrata

Updated on 3 March 2026