Harmanecká Cave
Harmanecká jaskyňa
Fee required
Harmanecká Cave is one of the most significant caves in Slovakia, known for its remarkable underground spaces, massive collapse domes, exceptionally rich occurrence of soft sinter, and a large number of hibernating bats.

📜 Tajuplné podzemie južnej časti Veľkej Fatry, známe ako "Biela jaskyňa"
🔍 Known for its remarkable underground spaces, massive collapse domes, and exceptionally rich soft sinter.

Why Go

🇸🇰 Explore one of Slovakia's most significant caves
✨ Admire massive collapse domes like Pagoda Dome and unique white sinter formations
🦇 Spot hibernating bats – 11 species identified, often 1000-1500 individuals
📚 Learn about its fascinating history and geological features

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️⬆️ Requires a 40-minute uphill walk (260m elevation gain) to the cave entrance
🔦 Tour involves a longer walk in a dark, enclosed space
🥶 Average temperature is 5.8 - 6.4 °C, so dress warmly
♿❌ Not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers due to the path and cave conditions

Cost

💰 Adults: 10,00 €
🧒♿ Children (6-15 years), Disabled persons: 5,00 €
🎓👴 Students, Seniors (> 60 years): 9,00 €
📸 Photo-Video (without tripod): 7,00 €
🌟 Extraordinary Entry: 50,00 € (by arrangement)
💳❌ Cultural vouchers are not accepted

Hours

🗓️ Generally open during the tourist season (e.g., all days in August)
⏰ Regular entry times: 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
⏳ Tour duration: 60 minutes

Getting There

🚗 Car Access:

  • From Banská Bystrica: 13 km towards Turčianske Teplice/Martin
  • From Ružomberok: 50 km towards Banská Bystrica via Donovaly
  • From Turčianske Teplice: 20 km towards Banská Bystrica
    🚌 Public Transport:
  • Nearest bus stop: "Harmanec, Horný Harmanec, jaskyňa"
    🚶‍♀️ Access to the cave entrance from the parking lot is via a serpentine path (approx. 40 min walk, 260m elevation gain)

Managed By

🏛️ Slovak Caves Administration (SSJ)

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cavenaturegeologywildlifehistoricalfamily-friendlyoutdoorsightseeingnational natural monument