Belianska Cave

The Belianska jaskyňa cave, located on the slope of the Belianske Tatry Mts. above the commune Tatranská Kotlina, is the sole public cave in the Tatras. It is one of Europe's first caverns to have electric lighting installed. It is also one of the most beautiful caves in Slovakia.

At an elevation of 890 meters above sea level, the cave entrance can be found. A pathway leads from Tatranská Kotlina to it. The cave is 3,641 meters long, with two loops available to visitors, the largest of which is 1,752 meters long. Hikers ascending to the cave entrance must overcome a 122-meter elevation difference. The cave trip is currently 70 minutes long and covers 1,370 meters.

As early as the first half of the 18th century, treasure hunters were aware of the cave's existence and approached its entrance sections. Despite this, the cave was hidden from public view for many years, and it wasn't until 1826 that L. Gulden and a gold miner named Fabry rediscovered the cave's opening.

In 1896, the cave was lit for the first time. The electricity was provided by a power plant on the Biela Brook. Only three cave trips per day were permitted at the time, although the guide was required to open the cave regardless of the number of visitors. This cave is known for its sinter waterfalls, pagoda-shaped stalagmites, and several small lakes. In addition, the cave is used for climatic therapy.

Length: 3,641 m

Address: Belianska jaskyňa, 059 54 Vysoké Tatry-Tatranská Kotlina, Slovakia