Javoříčko Caves
Javoříčské jeskyně
Fee required
Parking available
Explore the Javoříčko Caves, an extensive underground system in the Czech Republic, famous for its rich stalactite formations and as the largest known wintering site for bats and horseshoe bats.

📜 Extensive underground system in Devonian limestone, renowned for rich stalactite formations.
🦇 Largest known wintering ground for bats and horseshoe bats in the Czech Republic, protected as a national nature reserve.
🌡️ Constant 7-8 °C temperature and 99% humidity inside.
🚶‍♀️ Guided tours available, 40 or 60 minutes, covering up to 790 meters and 250 steps.

Why Go

✨ Explore a complex of corridors, domes, and abysses with stunning stalactite and stalagmite decorations.
🦇 Witness the largest known bat wintering site, with special events like 'Waking up the bats'.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Two tour lengths available for different preferences.

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ Requires a 900m uphill walk through a forest from parking, with 70 meters elevation gain and 90 steps to reach the entrance.
🪜 Tour route includes 250 steps inside the cave, challenging for those with reduced mobility.
👶 Not recommended for children under 3 years old or those with reduced mobility.
🚫 Strollers, bulky luggage, and animals are not permitted inside the cave.

Cost

💰 Adults from 190 CZK (short tour) or 230 CZK (long tour), with reduced and family tickets available.

Hours

🕒 Open seasonally, generally April-October. Limited winter tours (Jan-Mar, Nov) on weekdays. Closed December.

🅿️ Parking

Main parking lot in Javoříčko village, 900 meters uphill walk to cave entrance.

Amenities

🥤 Souvenir stand with chilled beverages (main season) and vending machine for hot drinks.
🚲 Bicycle racks available. Benches and tables for seating.