FAQ

There are many tourist attractions around the cave. We prepared a list for you to discover in our page « Around the cave ».

You can book your tickets online,but this is not compulsory (except for Old-fashioned visit and visit groups). If you prefer, you can buy  your tickets directly on site the day of your visit (subject to availability).

It is possible to pay in cash and visa credit card.

Yes, a large and free car parking will allow you to park in front of the reception building of Fontrabiouse cave (all seasons). In our naturally air-conditioned lobby, you will find: a bar with refreshments, ice cream and hot drinks, a souvenir shop and many minerals for collectors. An outdoor terrace will also allow you to enjoy a relaxing break in Capcir, facing the Pic du Madres (2469m).

Yes, a large and free car parking will allow you to park in front of the reception building of Fontrabiouse cave (all seasons). In our naturally air-conditioned lobby, you will find: a bar with refreshments, ice cream and hot drinks, a souvenir shop and many minerals for collectors. An outdoor terrace will also allow you to enjoy a relaxing break in Capcir, facing the Pic du Madres (2469m).

The Fontrabiouse cave is located near Andorra, from Font-Romeu, it is located between Mont-Louis and Axat, 12 minutes from the Angles ski station.

Coming from Perpignan, take direction Andorra, then at  Mont-Louis direction Quillan, Axat (100 km drive)

Coming from Carcassonne, take the departmental route 118 (route de Limoux) to Quillan. Then follow the departmental route 117 for 6 km. Take on the right, the departmental route 118 to Fontrabiouse (100 km drive).

To see the map, go to our page « Come to the cave ».

Yes, Fontrabiouse cave is accessible in all weathers. We even advise you to come and discover the cave after the great rains of spring and autumn. If you come during the rainy season you will be able to take full advantage of the sound atmosphere that takes place during the visit.

The constant temperature of the cave, will allow you to benefit from optimum climatic conditions in winter and/or summer; its underground setup will protect you from the elements.

The Fontrabiouse cave is a living cave (in constant formation). According to seasonal changes the cave will show a variety of faces. In periods of sustained rain the water runoffs will be stronger , the atmosphere would  then  become more humid, but this will not hinder your visit. However during the summer season (July and August) the cave will show you its thousands of facets, the decline of the water runoffs will give way to the natural sparkling of calcite crystals.

The Grotte de Fontrabiouse is open from January 02 to November 03, 2024 and from December 05 to 30, 2024, including weekends and public holidays (except December 24 and 25). Annual closure from November 05 to December 05, 2024.

For groups, the cave  is open all year round (booked in advance). For more information on opening days, go to our “Dates and Opening times”  page.

Photos and videos are authorized during your visit, please remember to be respectful to other visitors.

The guided tour/visit lasts 50 minutes.

Small animals are allowed only if they are carried in arms during the whole visit. Larger dogs can stay outside on a leash and  will be happy to give them water if you ask us to.

The reception building is accessible to  all.

However, people with motor disabilities will not be able to  access  the cave,  due to the interior structures which respect the natural aspect of the cave.

The descent into the cave is not arranged for strollers because the natural configuration of the cavity does not lend itself to it. The cave  is a protected site and we had to respect certain planning rules in order to preserve our millennial heritage. A baby carrier is therefore recommended.

Thanks to the two level comfortable structures arranged since 1983, you will be able to discover with ease a perfectly preserved underground environment. For babies, we recommend bringing a baby carrier.