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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Balcarka Cave

Ostrov u Macochy, Czechia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 91 2026
Balcarka Cave

Limestone cave in the Moravian Karst with rich, colourful stalactite and stalagmite decoration, large halls, narrow passages and wintering bats. Visits run as guided tours on foot of about 45 to 60 minutes, with many stairs up and down.

Highlights

  • Colourful stalactite decoration
  • Main dome with music
  • Wintering bats on the route

Good to know

  • Tour lasts about 45 to 60 minutes
  • Around 300 steps; 7 to 8 °C inside
  • Tickets on site, free parking nearby

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