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Driny Cave
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Driny Cave

Smolenice, Trnava Region, Slovakia

4.2 (0)
Overview

Western Slovakia's only public show cave — 450 m of narrow fissure passages hung with curtain and shield formations beneath the Small Carpathians. One of Slovakia's show caves in Western Slovakia, it's seen on a guided walk through cool, floodlit chambers — a fine escape from summer heat or a rainy day.

Why visit: The west's one show cave, with unusual curtain sinter.

Things to do
  • ›Sinter curtains
  • ›Guided passage tour
  • ›Forest approach walk
  • ›Smolenice Castle combo
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Travel Information

Best time

April – October

Weather

A near-constant 6–9°C inside the cave all year — cool even in high summer, so carry a light layer.

Entry fee

€7

Hours

Guided tours; closed Nov–Mar

Est. budget

€7–15

Duration

1–2 hrs

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