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La Vallee Troglodytique des Goupillieres, Azay-le-Rideau

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Discover medieval caves and their historical uses at La Vallee Troglodytique des Goupillieres. These caves feature three farms dug into the stone with wells, bakers' ovens, cattle sheds, a grain silo, and an underground refuge. Let your children's imaginations run free with reproductions of a cabin, fortress, and a witch’s house. Then go inside the enclosed garden filled with plants to make a butterfly's paradise. Dine at The Troglodyte Gourmand serving tartines, pancakes, drinks, and homemade ice cream. Guided tours are only in French, but printed booklets in English describe the caves that were dug out by peasant farmers and builders during the Middle Ages. Make La Vallee Troglodytique des Goupillieres a part of your Azay-le-Rideau vacation plans using our Azay-le-Rideau online holiday planner.
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  • Lady on the entrance was very kind and patient with us and then the place itself was lovely. Clearly lovingly maintained and very interesting. Very sweet animals too! Even just stood watching some... 
    Lady on the entrance was very kind and patient with us and then the place itself was lovely. Clearly lovingly maintained and very interesting. Very sweet animals too! Even just stood watching some...  more »
  • We enjoy finding off the bean path activities that are unique and this one hit the spot! This is a small, family-run attraction that gives you some great insight into the lives of the peasant... 
    We enjoy finding off the bean path activities that are unique and this one hit the spot! This is a small, family-run attraction that gives you some great insight into the lives of the peasant...  more »

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