Höhlenruine von Hunas, Archaeological cave site in Pommelsbrunn, Germany.
The Höhlenruine von Hunas is an archaeological cave site near Pommelsbrunn on the eastern slope of Steinberg mountain. It sits approximately 517 meters above sea level in a limestone region.
Professor Florian Heller discovered the cave in May 1956, prompting extensive excavations at the site. The finds date back to the penultimate ice age, revealing this region's ancient past.
The cave contains remains of over 130 animal species, including bears and bats, that once inhabited this place. These deposits tell the story of dramatic environmental shifts that occurred throughout the ice ages.
Access to the cave requires prior permission, as the site lies within an active commercial quarry. Plan ahead and contact local authorities before attempting to visit.
A human molar tooth discovered here represents the oldest evidence of human presence ever found in Bavaria. This single artifact makes the site crucial for understanding when people first inhabited the region.
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