The following have been voted by us as the best caves in France.  We have taken account the enjoyment of the whole family from the youngest to the eldest.  Obviously this is a personal view, but for families with children between the ages of 5 and 15 you should find you can really enjoy a few hours visit to these, especially if it is raining outside!

1. Aven D'Orgnac.  Fascinating underground caverns (bottom left).  Visitor centre.  Picnic in woods by car park.

2. Gouffre du Padirac.  Kids will enjoy the gondola rides (bottom second from left) underground.  But not the queueing!

3. Gouffre du Proumeyssac.  Son et Lumière show and the chance to be lowered in a basket into the cave (bottom centre)!

4. Le Grand Roc.  Not so great for the kids.  But beautiful crystal formations.  (Pictured below the view from entrance).

5. Lascaux II.  Worth a visit to admire the spectacular cave paintings (below right), even if they are a copy!