The Caves of Sare Nature Reserve in Sare

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm

Opens at 10:00 am

Useful information

  • Petit Futé
  • Gites de France

Location : In the countryside

Province : Labourd

Services

  • Bank cards accepted
  • Basque spoken
  • Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
  • Disable access
  • English spoken
  • Eusko Local currency of the Basque Country
  • Groups
  • Parking
  • Spanish spoken
  • English
    • An original approach to the underground world!

      At the Caves of Sare, visitors will be able to hear, in the depths of the earth, the echo of a human adventure that has lasted for millennia...

      In the heart of a remarkable natural and historical territory, a particular emotion emerges there. Feel this bond that has always united us with nature, this relationship through which our beliefs and our cultures have emerged.

      The visit to the caves of Sare pays homage to the famous anthropologist JM de BARANDIARAN who studied and transcribed this relationship between mythology, site and culture.

      In the caves of Sare, the sound and light guided tour is aimed at young and old. It lasts 1 hour and covers Geology, Prehistory, Mythology and Origins of the Basque people.

      The megalithic park and the site museum make it possible to complete the guided tour, with free access.

      Relaxation and restoration:
      A bar area is open all year round, picnic tables are available and a fast food service is offered in summer.

      Then extend the exploration of our territory by taking the hiking trails starting from the Caves of Sare to discover the village of Sare and the neighboring villages of Urdax, Ainhoa and Zugarramurdi!

      2023 timetable:

      • February (from 06), March , November (from 06), December : Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
      • April, May, June, July, August and September: every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
      • October (until the end of the All Saints holidays, November 5): Every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
      Closing days: December 24, 25 and 31, 2023.
      Advance reservation required: Entry reservations are made online on the web reservation platform or from the Basque Country tourist offices.

      Rates for individuals, 2023:
      • Adult: 10€
      • Child (from 5 to 13 years old): 6€
      • Teenager (14 - 17 years old) / Student: 8.50€
      • Disabled person (contact us at least 1 day before): 6.50€
      • Family pass: 32€ (2 adults and 3 children on site paying)

      TO KNOW:
      Animals, strollers and taking photos/videos are not allowed in the cave.


      More information on the website: www.grottesdesare.fr
      Find all our news on our Facebook page

      The photos are the property of Sylvain Sangla and M.Miranda (for the photo of the fossils).
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Traveller Reviews The Caves of Sare

4.4 sur 5 4822 reviews

  • Oyuna Tsybikova

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Oyuna Tsybikova on 05/09/2023

    Incredible cave, gigantic, millions of years old, light show with a tour, bonus: dolmens and very small museum on site. That cave is so worth seeing, that's why you can't take pictures inside.

  • Neil Henderson

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Neil Henderson on 19/09/2023

    Very well hosted, we were in an all french group and had a sheet explaining everything in English plus we could ask the guide in English at the end. Strange to think people have lived there for a very long time . Always buy online in advance as spaces are limited.

  • Stephen Chapman

    3 sur 5 Reviews posted by Stephen Chapman on 17/08/2023

    The tour guide started by asking us if we had questions, without explaining anything... and you don't know what you don't know.. the cave however was beautiful to visit and sparked interest in the neolithic period, the tour felt rushed though and I wish our our guide explained more about anything related to the neolothic culture and loving conditions. Easy parking

Traveller Reviews The Caves of Sare

4.0 sur 5 1020 reviews

  • "Nature's own artistic work"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by John D (Strasbourg, France) on 12/06/2023

    Well organised with capable guide. Site of geological interest with magnificent rock formations, well illuminated and competently explained. Thank you for a pleasant visit.

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  • "Good on rainy day"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by sell2kilo on 26/07/2019

    Good experience with family - no waiting time at entrance. Tour only in French. Fair prices at restaurant.

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  • "Beautiful caves with eerie atmosphere"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by Anjsimone (Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom) on 07/07/2019

    Well worth a trip, the way the strategically placed lights are turned on and off to illuminate the highlights of the cave and conserve it's structure is a lovely experience. We said a few 'wows' on...

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The Caves of Sare

Address

Grottes de Sare
64310 Sare

GPS coordinates

43° 16'6.85"N, 1° 34'15.97"W

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