Kolkbläser-Monsterhöhle-System

The Kolkbläser-Monsterhöhle system extends through 44.5 kilometers of passages and reaches a depth of 711 meters beneath the Schindelkopf summit.

Initial exploration traces back to the 1950s, with systematic mapping beginning in 1975 by the Salzburg Cave Research Association, documenting 700 meters.

The cave name combines Kolkbläser, meaning whirlwind blower, reflecting the geological formations that characterize this natural underground network.

Reaching the cave entrance requires a 1,400-meter elevation gain from Saalfelden valley, demanding strong physical condition and mountaineering experience.

The cave network contains nine interconnected levels linked by vertical shafts, including the Pfingstschacht system with its 170-meter deep shaft.

Location: Salzburg

GPS coordinates: 47.48820,12.88400

Latest update: March 14, 2025 05:51