The Top 5 Caves in Indre-et-Loire
Looking to visit a cave in Indre-et-Loire on your next adventure? To help you better plan your next outdoor experience, we’ve collected Indre-et-Loire’s 5
best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.
best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.
Last updated: October 27, 2025
The Troglodyte Valley of Goupillières
Highlight • Historical Site
A simple and pleasant place that allows you to discover lesser known aspects of castle life
From the Middle Ages until the last century, peasants from Tours lived in these troglodyte farms.
From the Middle Ages until the last century, peasants from Tours lived in these troglodyte farms.
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Views of Chinon and beyond
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
On this small bucolic path, enjoy a panoramic view of the suburbs of Chinon.
Above all, in the old tufa quarries that dig the cliff, discover the troglodyte houses.
Above all, in the old tufa quarries that dig the cliff, discover the troglodyte houses.
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Former troglodyte quarter of the Coteau Sainte-Radegonde
Highlight • Historical Site
About 60 years ago, about twenty families lived in this neighborhood
district with its own cabaret café under the sign of "La Puce qui renifle".
district with its own cabaret café under the sign of "La Puce qui renifle".
Translated by Google •
Tip by
The petrifying caves of Savonnière
Highlight • Cave
opening hours
February / March: 10h-12h / 14h-18h
April to June: 10h-19h
July / August: 9h30-19h30
September: 10h-19h
October / November: 10h-12h / 14h-18h
There are guided tours (duration approx. 1 hour).
February / March: 10h-12h / 14h-18h
April to June: 10h-19h
July / August: 9h30-19h30
September: 10h-19h
October / November: 10h-12h / 14h-18h
There are guided tours (duration approx. 1 hour).
Translated by Google •
Tip by
La Basse Chevrière Troglodyte Caves and Tour de France Plaques
Highlight • Cave
Nice little place to roll through with interesting rock areas at the entrance.
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Other adventures in Indre-et-Loire
Most popular attractions in Indre-et-Loire
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.
Didn’t find what you were looking for?
Discover more caves in Indre-et-Loire region by region:
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free