Zwergenhöhle, Cave and archaeological site in Odenthal, Germany.
The cave contains natural rock formations within a beech forest, featuring limestone deposits formed from an ancient tropical shallow sea 380 million years ago.
Excavations in the Zwergenhöhle revealed numerous artifacts indicating human occupation during prehistoric periods, contributing to understanding early European settlements.
The name translates to 'Dwarfs Cave' and local folklore tells of underground passages where dwarves crafted shoes at night for regional shoemakers.
The cave remains permanently closed to protect hibernating bat species, including Brown Long-eared Bats, Greater Mouse-eared Bats, and Daubenton's Bats.
Located in the Paffrath limestone formation, the cave developed through extensive karst processes during different geological periods of the Tertiary era.
Location: Odenthal
GPS coordinates: 51.01216,7.18614
Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:23
Burg Zweiffel
962 m
Malteser Komturei
684 m
St. Antonius Abbas
2.6 km
Igeler Mühle
2.1 km
Dürschbach
2.5 km
Strundetal
2.3 km
St. Jakobus
1.5 km
Maltesermühle
757 m
Sankt Nikolaus
2.2 km
Sankt Johann Baptist (Bergisch Gladbach)
658 m
St. Maria Frieden
846 m
Kalkofen
1.8 km
Hombachtal
1.7 km
Schiff
1.4 km
Hauserhof
2.6 km
Scherfbachtal
2.5 km
Schanze
1.8 km
Hove
2.3 km
Oberkäsbach
1.3 km
Keller
2.3 km
Saint Engelbert Church
2.7 km
Käsbachtal
2.5 km
Bodendenkmal Burg Zweiffel
970 m
Steeger Berg
2.5 km
Ehemalige Pulvermühle IV von Gut Schiff
1.8 km
Feuchtwiese bei Keller
2.2 km
Kalkbuchenwald zwischen Hove und Weyermühle
2.4 km
Landschaftsschutzgebiet Paffrather Kalkmulde
1.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes