Wendelsteinhöhle

The Wendelstein Cave system stretches through limestone formations at 1724 meters elevation, featuring narrow passages and a natural entrance where snow accumulates.

Initially discovered by a Bayrischzell resident in 1864, the cave underwent professional exploration in 1882 before opening to visitors in 1921 with electric lighting.

The cave includes educational displays about geology and biology, reflecting the natural heritage of the Bavarian Alps through interactive information stations.

Access requires descending 82 steps through an artificial tunnel, with temperatures maintaining at 3 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating warm clothing.

The cave entrance functions as a cold trap, creating conditions where snow remains during summer months while serving as a habitat for multiple bat species.

Location: Brannenburg

Elevation above the sea: 1,724 m

Length: 573 m

Width: 3 m

Accessibility: No accesible en silla de ruedas

Website: http://www.umweltatlas.bayern.de/mapapps/resources/reports/geotope/generateBericht.pdf?additionallayerfieldvalue=187H001

Website: http://umweltatlas.bayern.de/mapapps/resources/reports/geotope/generateBericht.pdf?additionallayerfieldvalue=187H001

GPS coordinates: 47.70313,12.01327

Latest update: March 9, 2025 16:31