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Cave · Ždiar, Prešov
Belianska Cave
The only cave open to visitors in the Tatras, a stalactite cave on the slopes of the Belianske Tatras above Tatranská Kotlina. The guided tour crosses halls with calcite cascades and the so‑called Music Hall.
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About Belianska Cave
The Belianska Cave (Belianska jaskyňa) lies on the slope of Kobylí vrch, at the eastern end of the Belianske Tatras, above the settlement of Tatranská Kotlina, about 6 km from Ždiar. It is the largest stalactite cave in the Tatras and the only cave in the range open to the public. More than 3.6 km of galleries are known.
The entrance is at about 890 metres altitude. From the Tatranská Kotlina car park, a trail of roughly 1 km climbs through the forest, with about 120 metres of elevation gain, in some 25 minutes. The cave is managed by the Správa slovenských jaskýň, the body that oversees the country’s show caves, and visits are only possible with a guide.
The route passes through halls with stalactites, stalagmites and large calcite cascades, and by small lakes. The best‑known chamber is the Hudobná sieň, the Music Hall, which occasionally hosts concerts because of its acoustics. Belianska was one of the first caves in Europe to have electric lighting.
The tour includes hundreds of steps, both up and down, and the internal temperature is around 5 °C year‑round. Entry times are fixed, and the cave is closed one day a week.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Around two hours, counting the walk up to the entrance and the guided tour, which lasts just over an hour.
Best time
In any season: the internal temperature is stable. In summer entry times fill up and arriving early avoids waiting. Check the weekly closure day and the timetables.
How to get there
By car or bus to Tatranská Kotlina, on the road between Tatranská Lomnica and Ždiar; from there you climb on foot along the forest path in about 25 minutes.
Tip
Bring a jacket and sturdy shoes, even in summer: the cave is cold and humid, and there are many steps. Arrive at the entrance a few minutes before the scheduled tour time.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Belianska Cave
How do you get to Belianska Cave?
By car or bus to Tatranská Kotlina and then on foot along a forest trail of about 1 km, with an ascent of roughly 25 minutes.
What is the temperature inside Belianska Cave?
Around 5 °C year-round. Bring a jacket even in summer.
Is the visit to Belianska Cave guided?
Yes. Entry is only with a guide, at fixed times, and the tour lasts just over an hour.
Does Belianska Cave have many steps?
Yes, hundreds of steps up and down along the route. The visit requires some physical fitness.