Tour of the Grottes de Betharram

Have you ever imagined venturing to the centre of the earth? Well, now you can with this guided tour of the Grottes de Betharram. You cannot miss this activity!

Grottes de Betharram: Journey to the Centre of the Earth

This exciting tour takes place at the Grottes de Betharram, located between Pau and Lourdes, marking the border between the Pyrénées Atlantiques and the Hautes Pyrénées.

Upon arrival at the Grottes de Betharram, a short drive from Lourdes, we will be guided through an underground world formed by water erosion over thousands of years, creating limestone formations like stalactites and stalagmites. We will explore various rock shapes and formations, particularly at the upper level of the caves. A descent will lead us to a subterranean river, where we will take a boat tour along the tranquil waterway. Afterwards, we will board a charming train that returns us to the main entrance.

This guided tour lasts for 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Opening Dates and Tour Times

The Grottes de Betharram is open during the following hours, with tour groups formed based on visitor numbers:

February 12 to March 8: open Monday to Friday, tours at 2:30 pm and 4 pm from Monday to Thursday; Friday at 2:30 pmMarch 9 to March 24: closedMarch 25 to July 7: open daily, tours from 9 am to 12 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5 pmJuly 8 to August 25: open daily, tours from 9 am to 6 pmAugust 26 to October 30: open daily, tours from 9 am to 12 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5 pmNovember to mid-February: closed

Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.