Description

A nature break in the heart of the Vercors — 4,7 million years of underground heritage, a welcoming restaurant and a terrace overlooking the forest

In 1918, Fabien Rey, a trapper from the plateau nicknamed "Marseille," lost his dog Fleury, who fell into a 16-meter natural chasm. While rescuing him, he discovered an immense cavity adorned with thousands of concretions: the Draye Blanche, dormant there for 4,7 million years.

Developed in 1970 and then made accessible to all by a tunnel bored in 1990, the cave now reveals a chamber of 100 meters by 30, translucent draperies, stalactites… and an exceptional fossiliferous shaft: more than 15,000 bones of 45 species — bison, cave bears, wolves and eagles.

Opening

All year round, every day from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m.
Open all year round, 7 days a week, the Draye Blanche cave welcomes you for a guided discovery of the underground world of the Vercors, with family, friends or in a group.
Last tour departure at 17pm.

Businesses, associations, schools, choirs, photography clubs, motorcyclists, and car enthusiasts: create your own tailor-made outing or event. Private or evening tours, photo shoots, filming, singing and acoustic music, wine and local produce tastings can be combined with a meal at the on-site restaurant.

Outside of peak season, visits are by prior telephone reservation only: please call us before traveling. Group visits and special services are available year-round by reservation, with a program and quote tailored to your project.

Equipment

We love:

  • In the mountains
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Coach parking
  • Parking
  • Bar
  • Toilet
  • In the mountains

To welcome you well

Services

  • Pet Friendly

With a group

Groups accepted up to 40 people

Localisation

4120 route de Vassieux, 26420 La Chapelle en Vercors

Find me an itinerary

Latitude : 44.939651

Longitude : 5.385404

Altitude : 985m

Updated on 21/09/2026 - Report a change: info@vercorsdrome.com

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