Caves Horehronie

On Slovakia we have many well-known and extremely visited caves. Have you already been in Dobšinská ľadová jaskyňa, Harmaneckej jaskyni či Domici and are you looking for some less known one? We have a good tip for you. It is Bystrianska jaskyňa.

It is located in the Nízke Tatry, just like its sisters, the well-known Demänovské jaskyne – Demänovská ľadová jaskyňa and Demänovská jaskyňa slobody. You will find it a piece from Brezno, right before Mýto pod Ďumbierom. It lies in the namesake village of Bystrá. Why visit it?

The character of the cave is somewhat different than the others. In them you will find large spacious domes and halls, but Bystrianska jaskyňa differs from them. In it you will find primarily narrow and high corridors, in which you will feel like a true caver. The cave is mainly from limestone and dolomite, which easily forms and similar karst forms arise in it. In the cave there is also the Peklo abyss, deep up to 56 meters. Despite the narrow corridors, you will also find beautiful halls with dripstone decoration here, for example Sieň Baldachýnov or Zrútený dóm. Company will be made for you during your visit by up to 8 species of various bats.

The entry parts of this cave were known by locals already very long ago. Into their interiors they however didn't dare for a long time, for the first time it was in the year 1923. The cave consists of two parts, Stará and Nová jaskyňa. Into that Nová one was descended through the aforementioned Peklo abyss. To opening for the broad public the cave lived to see in the years 1939-1940.

Today opened route of the cave has a length of 545 meters. It is suitable also for immobile visitors, since you will find here only 20 stairs, which with the help of others is not a problem to overcome. A curiosity of the cave is that the entrance and exit are in two different places. Other caves are sometimes longer, however along one place you go twice. Here you pass through almost all parts of the cave only once and you see more of it. Prepare yourself however for a low temperature and therefore dress yourself better. The whole route is almost without elevation change and you will enjoy it in every age. Do not forget, that on Monday is the cave closed for the public and select yourself for the visit on another day.

The surroundings are full of opportunities for spending free time. You can go to the massive Ďumbier, visit the nearby jaskyňu Mŕtvych netopierov or play golf. As a starting point will serve you stylish mountain accommodation, for example in nearby Mýto pod Ďumbierom, or Bystrá. Popular are cabins in nearby forests or cozy guesthouses or apartments with complete equipment. The Nízke Tatry are interesting also on their southern side and a visit to Bystrianska jaskyňa is ideal to find that out on your own skin.

You do not have to be a speleologist to discover the secrets of the underground in Jaskyňa Kremenia, which is situated in a quiet part of the picturesque village of Horné Pršany. This natural monument, referred to as Kremenia jaskyňa, is a sought-after destination for many tourists, also because it is one of the few caves formed in rock (quartz) where caves do not usually form.

Do not hesitate for even a minute and put on your hiking boots so you can explore the beauties of Kremenia jaskyňa. You can reach it very easily, following the yellow hiking trail from the village bus stop. During a 20-minute walk, you will listen to the chirping of birds and breathe in the fresh scent of the forest. The route is easy and will lead you safely to your destination. Although the entrance to the cave is slightly turned away from the trail, you can find it easily. You could say that Kremenia jaskyňa looks like a chamber with holes at first glance. It offers its visitors up to five different access points, with one entrance forming a beautiful rock window.

The subject of this protected natural area is to ensure the protection of a site with a pseudokarst cave that documents the final phases of post-volcanic activity in the territory of Kremnické vrchy with a great variety of surface landforms. On its ceiling, small 1–5 mm wart-like calcite sinter formations occur sporadically. You will also learn information about the cave on the information panels along the trail.

You can also make this short hike special by stopping at Rozhľadňa Lažtek, which is part of the local educational trail. In the village of Malachov, you will in turn enjoy the excellently marked Malachovský náučný chodník. Together with children, you can also head to Pony farma Suchý Vrch or have fun for the whole day at Bounce park 17. A refreshment in the pools of Aqualand - Plážové kúpalisko Banská Bystrica will also hit the spot nicely.

You do not want to rush back home? Then try searching for suitable accommodation near Jaskyňa Kremenia. We believe that the offer of cottages Horné Pršany as well as other accommodation in Horné Pršany will appeal to you, and you will decide to stay longer. We will gladly help you with your choice.