- Bus stop available
- Bad weather offer
- for any weather
- for groups
- for school classes
- for families
- for individual guests
- for children (6-10 years)
- for children (from 10 years)
- Cash payment
- Open on request/by arrangement
Veleda-Höhle
Cave/grotto | nature panel/info point | nature reserve/natural monument | diverse nature experiences | forest
The Veleda Cave is one of the oldest ground and historical monuments in the Sauerland.
Address
Veleda-Höhle
Halbeswigerstraße
59909 Bestwig
Telephone: +49 2904 / 1088
Properties:
More than 10 years ago, some members of the Velmede-Bestwig village community came up with the plan to open the Veleda-Höhle cave to visitor groups. What initially seemed impossible was completed with permission to open thanks to the support of the authorities and many cave enthusiasts from Südwestfalen.
In 2014, footbridges and stairs were installed in the Veleda-Höhle cave with financial support from the Leader project "Vier mitten im Sauerland" and funds from the municipality of Bestwig. The Velmede-Bestwig village community has set itself the task of illustrating the special features of the cave and the legends and stories surrounding the cave to interested visitors, with
regular public guided tours of the Velede Cave taking place during the summer months. Individual appointments can be arranged.
From the beginning of October to the end of April, the cave serves as a winter home for bats and may not be entered out of consideration for the animals.
Prices
Free admission for children up to 5 years.
(Children should be able to walk safely and independently/without help)
Children (6-14 years): € 2.00
Adults (aged 15 and over): 4,00 €
(Children should be able to walk safely and independently/without help)
Children (6-14 years): € 2.00
Adults (aged 15 and over): 4,00 €
Directions
The Veleda-Höhle cave is located on Halbeswigerstraße in the municipality of Bestwig, Velmede district. Turn off the B7 onto Halbeswigerstraße towards Halbeswig and follow it for approx. 1 km until you reach the entrance on the left-hand side. The signs will show you the way to the cave. It is located about 200 m from the road, in the forest. From the bus stop "Velmede, Veledastraße" it is approx. 1.3 km on foot (uphill) to the Veledahöhle.
