An exciting geological and archaeological journey through time awaits you in the Veleda Cave in Bestwig-Velmede. Three special guided tours of the cave are offered on Geotope Day.
Small groups of 6 people explore the cave in the Devonian Sparganophyllum limestone together with cave guide Stephan Nüse.
Warm, comfortable and dirt-resistant clothing, gloves and sturdy shoes are always required for the cave tour. With a humidity of > 95%, the temperature in the cave is around 8 degrees. Helmets and lights (flashlights) are provided.
Three special tours are offered.
These take place on September 21 at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Each tour lasts approx. 90 minutes.
Important information:
A short section of the tour involves a slight climb, and
warm, comfortable and dirt-resistant clothing, gloves and sturdy shoes are required for the cave tour. Please note that it is dark, cold and dirty in the cave. With a humidity of > 95%, the temperature is around 8 degrees. Helmets and flashlights are provided
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Cave guide: Stephan Nüse.
The number of participants per tour is limited to a maximum of 6 people. It is therefore necessary to register in advance by email at sonderfuehrung@veleda-hoehle.de. Further information can be found at www.veleda-hoehle.de.