Jourdy Cave

Parking du Jourdy
74440 Mieussy

Opening

From 15/05 to 15/11.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Prices

Free access.

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The Grotte du Jourdy is an unusual sight in our valley. A cool spring emerges from its vast cavity.

You’re in for a surprise. The cave has been turned into a sanctuary dedicated to the Holy Family. A flow of fresh air comes up from its depths.

For a long time, Jourdy cave was used as a hiding place for the vicars of Mieussy during the period of terror from 1792 to 1796. There is a plaque fixed to the wall of the cave to display that this sanctuary for the Holy Family was first established on 8th May 1881.

Complément d'informations

Adapt your equipment to your level and the weather. Stay on the marked trails.

Topo/pas à pas

The walk begins with a steep trail and then a small footpath, just as steep. The trail is actually a Way of the Cross, with thirteen stations.

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