A reservation is absolutely necessary, as the number of spots for the cave visit is limited. Without a reservation, it may not be possible to visit the Obir Dripstone Caves. You can make reservations by phone at +43 4238 8239 or online.

Please pick up your reserved ticket at the ticket office at least 15 minutes earlier, or your reservation will be forfeited!

• For safety reasons, children are only allowed in the caves from 4 years of age.
• Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the cave.
• The cave is not wheelchair accessible! There are many steps to navigate in the cave, so the visit is unfortunately not possible for wheelchair users.
• Photography and filming are only permitted in designated areas inside the caves (not while walking).
• The instructions of the cave guide must be followed at all times.
• Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed inside the cave.
• Touching the dripstones is strictly prohibited.
• Wearing a helmet is mandatory; you will receive a helmet for the duration of the tour.

The most important guidelines summarized as a PDF Important Guidelines (PDF)

The temperature in the caves is constantly 8°C, both in summer and winter. Warm clothing and good footwear are recommended. Helmets are included in the admission price. A jacket can be rented on-site.

The entire experience to the fascinating natural wonder with a regular tour lasts about 3 hours. 1.5 hours of this time is spent touring the caves. You can relax in the mountain inn, where you will have a wonderful view of the beautiful landscape of southern Carinthia.

If you would like a tour in another language, we offer audio guides (for a fee). Currently, the following languages are available:

• English
• Dutch
• Italian
• Slovenian
• Hungarian

Please let us know at the ticket counter if you would like an audio guide.

We aim to make the visit more interesting and exciting for children. As part of the regular tour, children have the opportunity to book the cave explorer game. Equipped with a treasure map, pencil, and flashlight, children can search for spiders, cave bears, and bats, and solve small puzzles to receive a surprise. Ask us about this offer at the cave office.

We have summarized the most important questions and answers on this page.

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