Lóczy Cave, Limestone cave in Balatonfüred, Hungary.
Lóczy Cave is a limestone cave in Balatonfüred that extends approximately 154 meters and passes through several layers of this rock formation. The walls and floor display solution pits and other structures created by thermal water movement over time.
The cave was discovered in 1894 and opened to visitors in 1934, making it an early tourist destination in the region. It received electric lighting in 1969 to improve exploration of the underground space.
The cave bears the name of Hungarian geologist Ferenc Lóczy, whose work focused on understanding Lake Balaton's geological structure. Visitors today can observe how his scientific legacy shaped the interpretation of this underground space.
The cave stays cool at around 12°C throughout the year, so bringing a light jacket is a good idea. Guided visits run from May through September and involve a walk of about 120 meters (400 feet) through lit passages.
The cave is known for rare aragonite formations called pea-stones that appear throughout different sections. These mineral structures are not commonly found in other European caves.
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