Atta Cave, Dripstone cave in Attendorn, Germany.
Atta Cave is a dripstone cave in Attendorn that extends through limestone formations over several kilometers. The cave contains many stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstone structures distributed across illuminated passages for about 500 meters.
Workers in a limestone quarry discovered the cave by chance in July 1907 during blasting operations. It opened to visitors that same year, making it an early tourist destination.
The name comes from the town of Attendorn, which once referred to this underground space as Attendorner Tropfsteinhöhle. You can sense the strong connection between the town and this natural wonder as you walk through the area.
The cave is located at Finnentroper Strasse 39 and maintains a constant temperature of around 9 degrees Celsius year-round. Wear warm clothing and sturdy shoes since the paths can be slippery.
One area of the cave serves as a natural aging chamber for cheese, with a water curtain system installed to control odor spread. This unusual use shows how the stable underground conditions are used for specialized purposes.
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