There are many ice caves around the world but did you know that the world’s largest ice caves are found in Austria? Eisriesenwelt Ice Caves are some of the largest known to man. The ice in Eisriesenwelt caves remains frozen throughout the year and you can see some spectacular ice formations such as waterfalls and glaciers.
Owned by the National Austrian Forestry Commission, it is a natural limestone ice cave that has a length of 42 km. Only the first kilometer is covered in ice and rest of the cave is formed of limestone. The caves are open during the summer months and closed during winters from November to April due to worse Alpine weather.
If you are heading to Austria and wish to visit the Eisriesenwelt Ice Caves warm yourself up. Usually the temperature remains under zero, so make sure to be prepared to save your-self from the cutting cold. The cave would provide you one of the most thrilling experiences during your Austria visit.
Location:
Eisriesenwelt Caves are situated near Village Werfen, about 40 km south of Salzburg city. Sitting at the height of 1640m, these caves have more than 40km (25mi) of explored passageways.
Getting There:
Eisriesenwelt Caves can be reached on the Tauern motorway, on the trunk road from Salzburg or by train. Local buses are also available from the Werfen village. People who are comfortable walking 5 km can reach on foot also. There are no electronic lights in the cave. One has to guide himself on his own with the help of carbide lamps provided.
Source: Gadling
