Vintage Padirac poster – Underground well and caves (circa 1900)

Dive into the mythical depths of the Lot
Explore one of the largest natural underground sites in France with this superb vintage poster of the Puits de Padirac, published by the Compagnie du Chemin de fer d'Orléans at the beginning of the 20th century. This spectacular composition shows a boat gliding on the calm waters of the underground galleries, beneath a vault of grandiose stalactites.
An iconic poster from the beginnings of underground tourism
This old poster of the Padirac chasm is an invitation to adventure. The contrast between the dark tones of the caves and the electric lighting highlighted in the text reflects the wonder of visitors at the time in the face of this natural feat. It testifies to the rise of guided tourism in France during the Belle Époque.

Dive into the mythical depths of the Lot
Explore one of the largest natural underground sites in France with this superb vintage poster of the Puits de Padirac, published by the Compagnie du Chemin de fer d'Orléans at the beginning of the 20th century. This spectacular composition shows a boat gliding on the calm waters of the underground galleries, beneath a vault of grandiose stalactites.
An iconic poster from the beginnings of underground tourism
This old poster of the Padirac chasm is an invitation to adventure. The contrast between the dark tones of the caves and the electric lighting highlighted in the text reflects the wonder of visitors at the time in the face of this natural feat. It testifies to the rise of guided tourism in France during the Belle Époque.