BEST CAVES IN GALICIA

Live an adventure visiting the best caves in Galicia. Exploring is a fun, healthy activity for all audiences. Visiting caves is a perfect plan for the summer, with the heat getting worse, these spaces offer cool experiences, in addition to being very educational for children.

Our list of the best caves in Galicia is:

2- Cuevas do Rei Cintolo (Lugo)

Probably the most famous and the best for an excursion with children in Galicia. This 6 and a half km network of underground tunnels comes with a lake included. The galleries are made of rock of karst origin, on a terrain with some slate.

Without a doubt, it is the perfect place to visit with children since its route is simple. In addition, it has formations such as columns of stalactites and stalagmites, lava flows and flags that will surprise the little ones. Of course, you must request a visit (always guided) in advance at the Mondoñedo tourist office. The minimum age of access is 12 years old and the cost is €15 per person.

2- Arcoia Cave (Lugo)

Located in the Serra do Courel, this cave allows for a great adventure as it has sections that require climbing, crouching and crawling, it is considered one of the most beautiful in Galicia.

In addition, during the tour you can see stalactites and stalagmites. The tour is insured and suitable for children. The requirements, as in most places of this style, are to be over 12 years old, wear comfortable shoes and request the visit in advance.

3- Eirós Cave (Lugo)

It is a prehistoric jewel, located in Triacastela, it is another of the best caves to visit with children in Galicia. This cave has enormous archaeological interest, inside traces of fires from more than 180,000 years ago were found. In addition, it is the only cave of which the continuous occupation of ‘Homo Sapiens’ and ‘Homo Neanderthalensis’ is known. Finally, in the Eirós Cave you can see remains of cave painting, the oldest in all of Galicia and of great relevance at a European level.

4- Folón Cave (Pontevedra)

Just 15 minutes by car from the center of Vigo is this unique place, the ninth longest granite cave in the world. It is an entertaining and spectacular route, as it has large rooms and waterfalls.
In this case, the minimum age to visit is 10 years old and at least 1.40 m tall. In addition, it is required to bring a swimsuit, a lycra sports shirt, sports shoes and a towel. The price is €35 per person, quite high, but it includes all the necessary material to enjoy the experience more safely.

5- Buraca das Choias Cave (Lugo)

Possibly the second best cave to visit with children in Galicia is located in the Serra do Courel. This space has two large lakes with crystal clear waters. In addition, this cave has tunnels more than 30 m high and a spectacular vault at the entrance. To visit the Buraca das Choias Cave, the minimum age is 12 years old, and it is required to bring hiking boots and a towel. The price is again €35 per person.
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