Gouffre Berger

#323 among destinations in France

Nature, Natural attraction, Cave

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The Gouffre Berger is a French cave discovered on 24 May 1953 by Joseph Berger, Bouvet, Ruiz de Arcaute and Marc Jouffrey. From 1953 to 1963, it was regarded as the deepest cave in the world at −1,122 metres, relinquishing this title to the previous contender, Pierre Saint Martin, in 1964, after further exploration. The Gouffre Berger is now ranked 37th deepest cave in the world, and the 4th in France. ()

Local name: Réseau du gouffre Berger Discovered: 1953Depth: 4170 ftCoordinates: 45°13'9"N, 5°36'17"E

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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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Gouffre Berger – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Moucherotte, Le Magasin, Casamaures, Château de Siéyès.

5.2 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Moucherotte
134 min walk • Le Moucherotte is the easternmost peak of the Vercors Massif, and also the northern culmination of the long ridge that runs along the eastern edge of the Vercors high plateau, and overlooks the city of Grenoble. The mountain is divided between the communes of Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte, Lans-en-Vercors, Seyssins and Claix.
5.3 miSE
Museum, Art museum
Le Magasin, Grenoble
136 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Grenoble, France, Le Magasin is an esteemed contemporary art museum that beckons art enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike. An iconic institution, it stands as a testament to the city's rich artistic heritage and commitment to fostering...
5.6 miE
Architecture
Casamaures, Grenoble
144 min walk • La Casamaures, nestled at the foot of the French Alps in the city of Grenoble, is a hidden architectural gem that captures the imagination with its unique blend of history and artistry. This historic monument, an embodiment of 19th-century romanticism, stands as a...
5.6 miN
Forts and castles
Château de Siéyès, Voreppe
143 min walk • The Château de Siéyès is a château in Voreppe, Isère, France. It was built in the 17th century. It has been listed as an official historical monument since June 6, 1980.
4.8 miE
Bridge
Pont d'Oxford, Grenoble
123 min walk • The Pont d'Oxford is a noteworthy bridge in the vibrant city of Grenoble, France. Spanning the Isère River, this bridge connects the city center with the district of Saint-Laurent, serving as a vital artery for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
5.5 miE
Area
Saint-Martin-le-Vinoux, Grenoble
141 min walk • Saint-Martin-le-Vinoux is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France, named after Saint Martin and the region's vineyards.
4.2 miSE
Area
Fountain, Grenoble
108 min walk • Fontaine is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France. It is the third-largest suburb of the city of Grenoble, and is adjacent to it on the west.
5.1 miSE
Area
Seyssinet-Pariset, Grenoble
130 min walk • Seyssinet-Pariset is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France.
3 miE
Area
Sassenage, Grenoble
77 min walk • Sassenage is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France.
4.8 miSE
Memorial
Château de Beauregard, Grenoble
122 min walk • The Château de Beauregard is an historic château in Seyssinet-Pariset, Isère, France. It was built in the 18th century. It has been listed as an official historical monument since December 15, 1997.
5.2 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Le Néron, Grenoble
134 min walk • The Néron is a peak in the French department of Isère culminating at 1,299 meters above sea level in the Chartreuse massif, in the Alps. Sometimes called Nero's helmet in the 19th century because of its shape, its name literally means "the black...