Devil's cave Steinau (Teufelshöhle Steinau)
The devil, who plays a role in many Grimm fairy tales, also plays a role in the history of the Steinauer stalactite cave "Devil's Cave".
In 1584, for example, a shepherd was tending his cows when a calf suddenly disappeared from the ground. The earth had swallowed a calf, only the devil could be at work! In those days people stayed away from the cave out of fear. However, in the 19th century, scientific curiosity overcame fear of the devil and excavations began.
Today guests can admire the special stalactites and even the "face of the devil". During a 30-40 minute tour you will immerse yourself in a special world that will leave you with unforgettable impressions.
In 1584, for example, a shepherd was tending his cows when a calf suddenly disappeared from the ground. The earth had swallowed a calf, only the devil could be at work! In those days people stayed away from the cave out of fear. However, in the 19th century, scientific curiosity overcame fear of the devil and excavations began.
Today guests can admire the special stalactites and even the "face of the devil". During a 30-40 minute tour you will immerse yourself in a special world that will leave you with unforgettable impressions.
Good to know
Openings
The cave is open from 20 April to 30 September.
The last guided tour starts one hour before closing time.
Sensory tours:
Monday-Friday: 17:15
Guided tours can only be booked in advance.
Exception: On Sundays and public holidays, no advance booking is necessary; from 13:00, please report to the cave ticket office.
Online booking at: https://buchung.tropfsteinhoehle-steinau.de/
The last guided tour starts one hour before closing time.
Sensory tours:
Monday-Friday: 17:15
Guided tours can only be booked in advance.
Exception: On Sundays and public holidays, no advance booking is necessary; from 13:00, please report to the cave ticket office.
Online booking at: https://buchung.tropfsteinhoehle-steinau.de/
Price info
Price adult: €5.00
Price child: €4.00
Holders of the volunteer card: free admission
Sensory tours: € 6.00/guest
School classes and kindergarten groups:
Adults: € 5.00
Children: € 4.00
Prices for group tours outside the above opening hours
All-inclusive price (up to 10 people): €40.00
Each additional guest pays the regular admission price (see above)
Sensory tours: € 6.00/guest
School classes and kindergarten groups:
Adults: € 5.00
Children: € 4.00
Prices for group tours outside the above opening hours
All-inclusive price (up to 10 people): €40.00
Each additional guest pays the regular admission price (see above)
Eligibility
Bad Weather Offer
Suitable for any weather
for Groups
for Class
for families
for individual guests
for Children of the age of 3-6
for Children of the age of 6-10
for Children of the age of 10 upwards
Foreign Language
German, English
Other Furnishing/Equipment
Children's Playground (outdoors)
Toilet
Directions & Parking facilities
Coming from Steinau on the L 3179 road in the direction of Freiensteinau to the "Mooshecke" car park.
From the parking lot it is about a 10-minute walk uphill to the entrance of the cave.
From the parking lot it is about a 10-minute walk uphill to the entrance of the cave.
Author
Deutsche Märchenstraße e.V.
Kurfürstenstraße 9
34117 Kassel
Organization
Deutsche Märchenstraße e.V.
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