Les grottes époustouflantes les plus longues des Pouilles avec stalactites spectaculaires

Natural Wonder

Castellana Grotte

Apulia, Italy

Castellana Grotte est célèbre pour ses spectaculaires grottes souterraines s'étendant sur des kilomètres. Les formations de stalactites et stalactiques sont parmi les plus impressionnantes d'Italie avec une géologie fascinante.

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Grotte di Castellana (Castellana Caves)

NATURAL WONDER1-3 hours

Spectacular underground karst cave system with 3,348 meters of passages and chambers - one of Europe's most impressive

Geological formationsDramatic stalactitesUnderground lakesUnique ecosystem

Note: Tours available in multiple languages with certified guides

Plus de Lieux à Visiter

Attractions supplémentaires à explorer

Black Cave (Grotta Nera)

30 minutes (on tour)

First major chamber with dark formations - named for its coloring from mineral deposits

White Cave (Grotta Bianca)

30 minutes (on tour)

Most impressive chamber with brilliant white stalactites and stalagmites - centerpiece of tours

Monument Caves (Grotta dei Monumenti)

15 minutes (on tour)

Chamber with towering formations resembling monuments - impressive size and scale

Owl Cave (Grotta della Civetta)

15 minutes (on tour)

Chamber with formations resembling an owl - seen on longer tours

Little Paradise (Piccolo Paradiso)

15 minutes (on tour)

Small beautiful chamber with delicate formations and underground lake

Aliments à Essayer Absolument

Spécialités locales à ne pas manquer

Fresh Pasta al Tartufo (Truffle Pasta)

pasta dish

Fresh local pasta with truffle sauce - specialties found in restaurants

Where to find:Trattoria il CasalicchioLocal restaurants

Bombette di Castellana

meat dish

Local version of stuffed meat rolls - grilled specialty

Orecchiette with Local Sauce

pasta dish

Traditional pasta with various sauces made from local ingredients

Countryside Restaurant Specialties

main dish

Traditional Apulian farm cuisine at countryside restaurants

Where to find:La FontaninaOsteria Grotta Bianca

Expériences Recommandées

Profitez au maximum de votre visite

Grotte di Castellana - Long Tour (3km)

CAVE TOUR1.5-2 hours total€18

Comprehensive 100-minute tour through main chambers including White Cave - most immersive experience

Grotte di Castellana - Short Tour (1km)

CAVE TOUR50 minutes€15

50-minute tour of main highlights for those with limited time

Cave and Restaurant Combo

EXPERIENCE COMBINATION3-4 hours€35-50

Cave tour followed by lunch at countryside restaurant with Apulian specialties

Photography Tour of Caves

PHOTOGRAPHY2-3 hours€25-35

Special photography-focused tour with extended time in chambers for best shots

Informations Pratiques

Planifiez votre visite

Meilleure Période pour Visiter

April to October (caves open year-round, always 14-18°C)

Séjour Moyen

Half day to 1 day

Comment S'y Rendre

✈️ Bari Airport (55 km away, 1 hour drive)
🚂 Train to Castellana Grotte station, then walk/taxi to cave entrance
🚗 Easy car access, parking available near cave entrance

Destinations Proches

Alberobello•25 km•30 min

Fasano•20 km•25 min

Monopoli•25 km•30 min

Conseils d'Initiés

Conseils locaux pour les visiteurs

Book cave tours online to avoid long queues at entrance

Wear sneakers with good grip - cave floor can be slippery

Caves maintain 14-18°C year-round - bring a light jacket

Photography is allowed - bring tripod for best shots in low light

Long tour (3km) is recommended for complete experience

Best time to visit is spring or early fall for comfortable weather

Combine with countryside restaurant lunch at nearby traditional farms

Allow 3-4 hours for cave tour plus meals and other attractions

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