Erdstall in Perg, Medieval tunnel system in Perg, Austria
The Erdstall in Perg is a medieval underground tunnel system comprising narrow, oval-shaped passages and connecting corridors. The network features single entry points and moves through tight sections linking different parts of the system together.
The tunnel system was built during the Middle Ages between the 10th and 13th centuries. No written records or documentation reveal who built it or what purpose it served, leaving its origins shrouded in mystery.
Local names such as Schrazelloch and Alraunenhöhle reveal old beliefs that goblins and supernatural forces created these passages. These folk names show how people long made sense of the mysterious tunnels through storytelling and legend.
The tunnel system has been equipped with electric lighting since 2002, allowing visitors to explore the network safely. A flashlight and appropriate clothing for damp conditions are advisable when navigating the underground passages.
The tunnel network includes passages called schlupfe where corridors become extraordinarily tight, forcing visitors to squeeze through narrow gaps. These extreme constrictions connect different levels and present unexpected physical challenges during exploration.
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