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SAVONNIERES

Grotte pétrifiantes de SAVONNIERES

61 route des Grottes Pétrifiantes

37510 SAVONNIERES

A journey of emotions in the heart of the earth.

Guided tour for 1 hour with: The Petrification, Infiltration waters, high in calcium carbonate, turn objects into stone and carve “bas-reliefs” in a tireless work. And the History of our “Tuffeau” quarries from the 11e to the 12e century, nature has, over centuries, resumed its rights: you will discover a fascinating world of underground lakes and sparkling concretions of all types.

Draperies - Stalactites - Stalagmites - Wavy concretions - Draperies plates

Underground lake - Petrifiaction

Limestone - Shale

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Les Grottes Petrifiantes

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Les Grottes Petrifiantes, Savonnieres

• Sun - Sat 9:30 am - 7:30 pm
• (1.71 km) Hotel Le Haut des Lys
• (0.51 km) independent housing in property. 400 m from the Loire by bike 3 nights minimum
• (8.25 km) La Batelière sur Loire
• (9.62 km) L'Ange est Reveur
• (9.97 km) La Vie Voyage
• (0.81 km) La Maison Tourangelle
• (1.33 km) La Doulce Terrasse
• (2.09 km) L'Etape Gourmande
• (0.94 km) L'auberge du Pont
• (1.55 km) Restaurant Le Cheval Rouge

The Petrification

A strange and artistic universe.

At Savonnières, the infiltration groundwater is highly charged with calcium carbonate. Since the mid-nineteenth century, these active and plentiful waters have been tamed to develop an unusual craft that only nature is the instigator: the Petrification.

By an extraordinary alchemy, the water loaded with calcium carbonate drips slowly on objects deposited under natural waterfalls and covers them with calcite and crystals of silica. The later gives them a glittering aspect. It takes about a year time before obtaining a sufficient layer of calcite. During that year, it is necessary to move each object every 3 weeks to ensure a harmonized layer and have details preserved.

These waters also encrust rubber moulds with calcite to produce magnificent bas-reliefs, pieces of art from nature. Elastomere moulds are made from copper matrix of the nineteenth century, and are placed under the waterfalls. Dripping limestone transported by water is slowly deposited in the smallest details of moulds. After 1-3 years of exposure under water, we proceed to a careful release, to keep all the details of the relief. A piece of Art is obtained, remarkable by its delicacy with colors ranging from pure white to ivory yellow. Some reliefs may be very translucent!

The work described above is a very slow process that requires constant adaptation to a natural wonder. 

All objects and paintings produced in the petrifying caves are then exposed, in our museum and our shop, to the visitors who discover the amazing work and the nature tamed by human.

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Les Grottes Petrifiantes

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• Sun - Sat 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
• (1.71 km) Hotel Le Haut des Lys
• (0.51 km) independent housing in property. 400 m from the Loire by bike 3 nights minimum
• (8.25 km) La Batelière sur Loire
• (9.62 km) L'Ange est Reveur
• (9.97 km) La Vie Voyage
• (0.81 km) La Maison Tourangelle
• (1.33 km) La Doulce Terrasse
• (2.09 km) L'Etape Gourmande
• (0.94 km) L'auberge du Pont
• (1.55 km) Restaurant Le Cheval Rouge

Les Grottes Petrifiantes

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Les Grottes Petrifiantes (Savonnieres, France): Hours, Address, Free, Top-Rated Attraction Reviews - Tripadvisor

• Sun - Sat 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• (1.71 km) Hotel Le Haut des Lys
• (0.51 km) independent housing in property. 400 m from the Loire by bike 3 nights minimum
• (8.25 km) La Batelière sur Loire
• (9.62 km) L'Ange est Reveur
• (9.97 km) La Vie Voyage
• (0.81 km) La Maison Tourangelle
• (1.33 km) La Doulce Terrasse
• (2.09 km) L'Etape Gourmande
• (0.94 km) L'auberge du Pont
• (1.55 km) Restaurant Le Cheval Rouge

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• Grottes Pétrifiantes de Savonnières-Villandry

Visit 2 caves and an underground lake, stalactites and more... Learn about rock formation and see the XIXth century model. Visit a Gallo-Roman cemetery. Find out about the region's prehistoric wildlife. Enjoy a glass of wine in this incredible location.

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• Picnic area
• Changing table
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• Adult full price 7.60 €
• Children's rate 5.50 €
• 01 April 2024 - 30 June 2024 10:00 - 19:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• 01 July 2024 - 31 August 2024 09:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• 01 September 2024 - 30 September 2024 10:00 - 19:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• 01 October 2024 - 17 November 2024 10:00 - 12:00 14:00 - 18:00 14:00 - 18:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• 01 October 2024 - 17 November 2024 10:00 - 12:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

61 rue des Grottes Pétrifiantes, 37510, SAVONNIERES

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02 47 50 00 09

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Savonnières Petrifying Caves Near the hotel in the Loire Valley

The Grottes Pétrifiantes de Savonnières in the Loire Valley are fascinating geological wonders. Filled with stalactites, stalagmites and other limestone formations, they offer a dazzling natural spectacle . The main attraction is petrification, a unique process that transforms objects into stone in just a few years. Come and discover this magical place during your stay in our hotel near the Grottes Pétrifiantes de Savonnières .

Discover a fascinating underground world During your stay at Château Hôtel de Rochecotte

A stay at the Château Hôtel de Rochecotte near the Grottes Pétrifiantes de Savonnières offers a unique travel experience. This historic mansion, now a charming hotel , is just a few kilometers from the caves. It’s the ideal place for those who want to combine comfort with the discovery of nature .

Our château hotel in Touraine offers first-class service, with elegant rooms and a gourmet restaurant . After a day spent exploring the caves, you can relax in the hotel’s formal garden, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a family adventure, a stay at our hotel near the Grottes Pétrifiantes de Savonnières promises unforgettable memories. Come and discover the underground wonders of the Loire Valley . Round off your visit by exploring the châteaux of the Loire Valley , such as the château de Langeais or the château de Villandry .

Les Grottes Petrifiantes

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Les Grottes Petrifiantes, Savonnieres

• Sun - Sat 09:30 - 19:30
• (1.71 km) Hotel Le Haut des Lys
• (0.51 km) independent housing in property. 400 m from the Loire by bike 3 nights minimum
• (8.25 km) La Batelière sur Loire
• (9.62 km) L'Ange est Reveur
• (9.97 km) La Vie Voyage
• (0.81 km) La Maison Tourangelle
• (1.33 km) La Doulce Terrasse
• (2.09 km) L'Etape Gourmande
• (0.94 km) L'auberge du Pont
• (1.55 km) Restaurant Le Cheval Rouge

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La Maison Tourangelle

• 9 route des Grottes-Pétrifiantes, Savonnières, 37510, France
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Rustic meets modern in this 18C Touraine building. It boasts a delightful terrace on the Cher and fine cuisine using quality ingredients.

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