Hameau des karstic caves

Park in the small car park indicated at the entrance to the hamlet of Drigas.

(S/E) Head towards the fence opposite, climb over it and close it behind you, then head towards the partially collapsed dolmen on the right, in the middle of the meadow.

(1) Return to the car park.

(S/E) Follow the road you arrived on for a few dozen metres, then turn right at the sign for "lavogne" and walk to this beautiful circular basin.

(2) Return to the car park.

Yellow and red GRP® markings

(S/E) Head towards the hamlet and reach the crossroads at the entrance: directional signs and information board about the hamlets of Méjean.

(3) Turn left to cross the hamlet and admire some beautiful stone buildings. Continue to the crossroads at the exit, where you will find a false dolmen, the work of a local farmer.

No markings

(4) Turn left and follow a wide stony path that winds through the causse. Continue for about 300 metres and watch out for the small wooden sign indicating the karstic cave of Cabanelles.

(5) Go through the fence and head towards the karstic cave.

(6) The site is not really secure. You can approach the cave cautiously and climb down the first two ladders to get an idea of the karstic cave, which is over 1 km long and descends to -330 m underground. However, the site is primarily intended for speleologists with the necessary equipment and experience. Turn back.

(5) Continue the hike by heading to the right. Reach the fork located at an old, heavily graffitied electrical substation.

(7) Continue straight ahead towards the wooded area above. Cross this beautiful undergrowth and arrive at the hamlet of Les Avens. Unfortunately, several buildings are in ruins, but the few that remain allow you to appreciate the quality of the construction. Continue to the edge of the hamlet to see a beautiful stone cross.

(8) Turn back and follow the outward route in reverse to return to the car park (S/E).

(S/E) Drinking water.

Hiking boots are recommended, but the route can be completed in trainers.

(8) The Aven des Cabanelles is only partially secured. It is strongly advised not to venture there with children due to the risk of serious falls. It is also not recommended to climb down the ladders if you are not comfortable in this type of environment.

Lavogne de Drigas.

Dolmen de Drigas.

Karstic cave des Cabanelles.