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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Peștera Urșilor

Chișcău, Romania

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 9 2026

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Peștera Urșilor

A limestone cave with stalactites, stalagmites, columns and cave bear fossils and skeletons, spread over several galleries. Visits run only as guided walking tours, with the guide speaking Romanian and recordings played in other languages.

Highlights

  • Cave bear skeletons
  • Stalactites and stalagmites
  • Three visitable galleries

Good to know

  • Tour lasts about 40 minutes
  • Around 10 degrees inside, bring sweater
  • Photography is not allowed inside

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