World rank43

France · Parc de la Moulière, Caille, Alpes-Maritimes

Via Souterrata de Caille

Via sousterrata de Caille

The proof is no longer limited to one source: the first documented and still exploitable sousterrata must face the Top 10 underground.

Verified94.6

Score / 100
3 distinct sources

Experience profile · editorial diagramapprox. 1200m
Type
Souterrata in cavity
Duration
Unknown
Grade
Not documented
Best period
Check locally

Why it enters the Top 100

An experience ranked for its story and distinctiveness.

The project designed in 2003 and opened in 2004 is presented by its operator and the tourist office as the first underground via ferrata in the world. The course extends approximately 350 metres into a natural cave, descends 45 metres underground and combines cable, rope bridges, footbridge and sports lift. The activity is carried out independently after briefing on an operated site, with reservations and seasonal schedules to be checked before travelling.

What sets it apart: The project designed in 2003 and opened in 2004 is presented by its operator and the tourist office as the first underground via ferrata in the world.; The course extends approximately 350 metres into a natural cave, descends 45 metres underground and combines cable, rope bridges, footbridge and sports lift.; The activity is carried out independently after briefing on an operated site, with reservations and seasonal schedules to be checked before travelling.

Score breakdown

Median / 5
Power of story4.7
Singularity5.0
Emotional and sensory intensity4.5
Rationale for travel4.6
Strength of evidence4.8

Traceability

The facts behind the profile.

  1. The project designed in 2003 and opened in 2004 is presented by its operator and the tourist office as the first underground via ferrata in the world.

  2. The course extends approximately 350 metres into a natural cave, descends 45 metres underground and combines cable, rope bridges, footbridge and sports lift.

  3. The activity is carried out independently after briefing on an operated site, with reservations and seasonal schedules to be checked before travelling.

Geographical precision: OSM point reconciled by name; check the practical starting point before travelling.