I have a reservation for an English speaking tour but haven't a clue how long the tour takes...apparently its a "100 yard walk" ?? (Can't seem to get an answer to the question from the reservation center.)
Thanks-
Posted by
Denver
787 posts
I've visited the Grotte de Font-de-Gaume twice, and I think I remember that the tour lasted about an hour. The 100-yard walk is from the ticket office up to the cave. It's a trail, and uphill. Once inside the cave, you don't walk real far, but there's a lot to see, and the guide provides a lot of helpful explanations. Enjoy!
Posted by
OP
Vancouver, Canada
40 posts
Thanks so much for the info on the time to allow for our tour.
Posted by
Tumwater, WA, United States
118 posts
Be sure and give yourself time to find the place. Even with directions from several people, I had a hard time locating the office. It may have been a bad day for a search. Have a great time.
Posted by
OP
Vancouver, Canada
40 posts
Thanks!
Posted by
Pensacola
9110 posts
It's easy to find. Head out of Les Eyzies on the D-47. One kilometer from the center of Les Eyzies you come to a "T' junction with a road that heads south. At this intersection, the D-47 changes names from Ave de la Forge to Ave des Grottes. The small office and parking lot are on the far (east ) side of the intersection a couple of hundred feet further along the D-47 (south side of the road).