Gustav-Jakob-Höhle

The Gustav-Jakob-Höhle is a cave system in Baden-Württemberg that runs through limestone layers and connects multiple chambers underground. The passages display natural rock formations shaped over time by water flow through the stone.

The cave formed through geological processes in the limestone Alps of the Swabian region over extended periods. It later became known as a research site for studying how karst drainage and cave systems develop in this area.

Local speleology groups regularly conduct guided tours through the cave, teaching visitors about underground ecosystems and geological processes.

Visitors should bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes as the cave is dark and the ground is uneven. Warm clothing is necessary since the underground passages stay cool throughout the year.

The cave entrance has an unusual hourglass shape that stands out immediately when approaching it. Near the water facility, there is also a natural carbon dioxide shaft that shows how gases circulate through the rock formations.

Location: Baden-Württemberg

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Fee: No

GPS coordinates: 48.52059,9.47383

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:48