The aura of mystery surrounding the caves an important Tourist claim for the most curious. stone artunderground rivers, unusually shaped stalactites and stalagmites… archaeological beauty and because of its historical value, not only speleologists but also passionate about nature. That’s why we show you five fascinating caves which you can find distributed in different parts of the province. Alicante.
Canelobre Caves
They’re in town busotabout 20 kilometers away Alicante. If there is something special about these caves, it is that they contain one of the highest vaults in Spain, reaching 70 meters. But that’s not the only thing worth seeing. They also have a cluster known as: holy familyIt has a column of more than 25 meters. Already in the middle of the room, we can think of the stalagmite named El Canelobre, which gives the cave its name and is more than 100,000 years old. Finally, there are areas prepared for caving and sometimes they even host concerts because their acoustics are suitable for this.
- Calendar: Summer: from 10:30 to 19:30. / Winter: Monday 10:30 to 16:50 and South East and holidays 10:30 to 17:50.
- Price: Adults 6 €. Youth card and pensioners € 3.50. Disabled and children aged 5-12 € 2.50. Children under 5: free.
- Telephone: 96 569 92 50 / 679 66 98 52
- Email: [email protected]
Cave of Skulls
This hollow was named that way because in the 17th century there was a caving tripTwelve bodies were found inside. But don’t worry, it’s not dangerous. It is located in the municipality. BenidoleigNorth of Alicante, its route covers an area of more than 300 meters, so we can observe stalactites, stalagmites and domes over 50 meters high. In its last part is a beautiful underground lake called Toll Blau, which was used for agricultural irrigation in the Arab period.
- Calendar: Spring and summer: 09:00 – 20:00 / Autumn and winter: 09:00 – 18:00.
- Price: Adults € 3.50. Children 4-10 years old: 2 €. Children under 4: free. Pensioners: € 3.50. Groups larger than 25 people: € 2.50. School groups: € 1.50.
- Telephone: 96 640 42 35
Rull cave
This space is inside Vall d’Ebonortheast of Alicante and important geological values. José Vicente Mengual, known as Uncle Rull, discovered this place by chance on a hunting day in 1919 and renovated it and opened it to the public in the sixties. During our tour, we saw many columns, stalagmites, stalactites, flags, openworks, etc. we can see. Its facilities were renovated in 1995 and are now owned by the municipality.
- Calendar: From April to September from 10:30 to 20:30. November-February 11:00 – 17:00. From 11:00 to 18:30 in March and October.
- Price: Adults €4. Children and seniors: € 2.70. Adult groups: € 3.30. Groups of children or seniors: € 2.50.
- Telephone: 96 557 14 13 / 96 640 05 25
Carved Bay
where does it end denial and it begins xabia it was found impressive cave at sea levelcontained in marine nature reserve between Cape San Antonio. It is an option for the summer season as it is possible to bathe in the water, which is usually quite clear at the end of the route. They are often organized kayak tours and another incentive is that it is very close to the cave Gerro TowerA visit is also highly recommended.
Structure of the Quarry
Formerly known as Abric de la Cantera Cova Gela, located in Sierra Icyseparating Benidorm And altea. Paleolithic hunters lived in this archaeological site at least 25,000 years ago. It can be divided into two spaces. In the first, the stone wall was preserved, while the upper one most valuable findsas the remains of animals that served as food for the inhabitants of prehistoric times. Therefore, a enormous value depositsas it allows us to know the history a little better. Benidorm like life in society in the Upper Paleolithic.