The Cave of Lastournelle Kids activities in Sainte-Colombe-de-Villeneuve

The cave is completely natural and still active. The geology of the land dates back more than 25 million years, from the end of the Tertiary era, then an underground river dug a beautiful gallery which continues to be adorned with an infinity of stalactites, stalagmites, draperies, columns and other calcite concretions. La Grotte de Lastournelle was discovered in 1878 thanks to farmers who dug a well to find water, they did not find water but a wonder underground. It is a family cave, the grandfather of the current owner discovered the entrance and made the fittings and opened to the public in 1957. The Grotte de Lastournelle is therefore an extraordinary family heritage for three generations. You will marvel along 7 rooms with different landscapesdesigned and sculpted by Mother Nature. 45-minute guided tour at 14°C. In heatwave or rainy weather, a perfect place to spend time with family or friends while discovering the richness of the underground natural heritage of Lot-et-Garonne. At Sainte-Colombe-de-Villeneuve in the Lot-et-Garonne, the Grotte de Lastournelle is a "pearl of Aquitaine" in the Lot valley. Tourist site located on the territory of the Community of Agglomeration of Grand Villeneuvoislabeled "Country of art and history".

Different tours are offered to you throughout the year :
- authentic visit to an unlit cave with flashlights to discover the cave like speleologists,
- visit on the way to the extinct cave (with a flashlight) on the way back to the illuminated cave.
- visit with highlighting by lighting,
- Themed entertainment, fun and cultural activities and workshops : P'tite Aventure Spéléologique (treasure hunt in the extinct cave) Halloween (unusual visit with a witch), Christmas (experience the magic of Christmas in a magical place)...

A bar/snack to refresh or eat and a shop (souvenirs, semi-precious stones, soft toys...) are available on the site.

To enjoy our beautiful park, outdoor games are available : slide, tunnel-cave, bat game (giant goose game), Lastournelle game (treasure hunt with a little surprise to win), giant wooden games, picnic tables...
For nature lovers, hikers or sportsmen (on foot, on horseback or mountain bike) : a magnificent hiking trail is located on the site of the Lastournelle cave towards the Lake of Baniérettes (swimming prohibited).

Some hikes that pass through the site of the Grotte de Lastournelle :

Reservation strongly recommended on 05 53 40 08 09 or 06 63 88 90 60.
It is 14°C in the cave and the ground is wet, bring a jacket and sports shoes.

In April :
Visit at  3:30 p.m.

In May and June :
Visit at 3.30 p.m., 4.30 p.m.

In July and August :
- morning dare to visit the extinct cave, by the light of the flashlight (which we lend) to discover the cave like speleologists.
- 12h visit to the extinct cave on the way out and visit to the illuminated cave on the return
- afternoon, visit with lighting enhancement

Visiting hours from July 1 to 10 : 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m.
Visiting hours from July 11 to August 20 : from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. - visiting hours vary according to the number of visitors.
Visiting hours from August 21 to 31 : 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m.

In September :
- 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m ..

In October and November :
During the All Saints holidays
Halloween activities : The Witch, the return... Unusual activity to share with family or friends in the cave.

In December :
During the winter holidays
Animations on the theme of Christmas : Magic Journey under the Continents. Magical and cultural outing to enjoy with family or friends, a change of scenery guaranteed !

Tour prices :
7€50/adult
5€50/child (from 4 to 12 years old)

Entertainment rates :
7€50/participant (from 4 years old)
CB and ANCV holiday vouchers accepted

Contact us by phone on 05 53 40 08 09 or 06 63 88 90 60 or by email : contact@grotte-de-lastournelle.fr
The Grotte de Lastournelle is located in Sainte Colombe de Villeneuve in the Lot-et-Garonne - between Bordeaux and Toulouse in New Aquitaine.

We are located between Agen and Villeneuve-sur-Lot :
- to come from Villeneuve-sur-Lot, take the direction of Pujols/Prayssas then follow our signs.
- to come from Agen, take direction La Croix-Blanche/Villeneuve sur Lot, turn at La Croix Blanche then follow our signs.
- to come from Marmande or Casteljaloux, take the direction of Ste Livrade-sur-Lot/Villeneuve sur Lot, at the roundabout at Ste Livrade take direction Agen- Grotte de Lastournelle then follow our signs.
- to come from Fumel or Monflanquin take direction Villeneuve-sur-Lot then Pujols/Prayssas and follow our signs.

Some hikes that pass through the site of the Grotte de Lastournelle :

https://www.tourisme-lotetgaronne.com/itineraires/sainte-colombe-de-villeneuve-les-grottes-de-lastournelles/ (FR)
https://www.tourisme-lotetgaronne.com/itineraires/sainte-colombe-de-villeneuve-la-balade-du-lac-de-banierettes/ (FR)

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