Cave of Valporquero

Cave of Valporquero is a limestone cave system spanning six chambers with diverse geological formations including stalactites, underground lakes, and natural bridges. Visitors walk through marked pathways in these rooms and observe the traces of water and time carved into the rock surfaces.

Local people explored the cave over generations before the province of León opened it to the public in 1966. With this opening, lighting systems were installed and pathways were built to provide safe visitor access.

The chambers have names like the Fairy Room and Room of Wonders, which show how locals interpret the beauty of the underground formations.

The temperature stays around 7 degrees Celsius year-round, so bring warm clothing for your visit. Guided tours are the best way to explore safely and learn more about the cave's formations.

An underground river flows through the cave and creates humidity levels around 99 percent. This extremely moist environment allows mineral deposits to form continuously on the rock surfaces.

Location: Vegacervera

GPS coordinates: 42.90621,-5.55900

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43