Overview
The Macocha Abyss, also known as the Macocha Gorge, is the deepest sinkhole in Central Europe. This impressive, 138 meters (452 feet) deep, located near Brno, is part of the Punkva Caves and the Punkva River flows through it. It’s a popular tourist site, suitable for different types of travelers, including casual and more advanced visitors, who have more advanced technical caving experience.
The gorge trip includes two main parts. One with its grand domes and deep abysses, and the other section is a web of caves with stalagmites formations. There are two viewing platforms to immerse the view of the gorge. The Upper Bridge was constructed in 1882, and the Lower Bridge was built in 1899. While the top-down view of the gorge is complimentary for all to admire, roaming the Punkevni Jeskyne (caves) would require an entrance fee.
Country
Czechia (Czech Republic)
Approx. Duration
Half-day Tour, Full-day Tour, Overnight Tour
Accessibility Level
Local Currency
Czech koruna – CZK (Kč)
Min. Price
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General Info
Address
Macocha Abyss, Blansko, Czechia
Estimated Duration
1 – 2 hours
Spoken Languages
Czech (official) and English
Electricity
230V
Local Currency
Czech koruna – CZK (Kč)
Website
Recommended Age Groups
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Price
- Seniors (65+): 160 CZK
- Children between 6 and 15 years, Disabled above 15 years of age, Students under 26 years: 100 CZK
- Children under 6, disabled between 6 and 15, helpers for visitors with special needs, employees: Free entrance
- Photo and video: Extra 40 CZK
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional Information
The abyss contains a maze of caves and galleries and several magnificent stalagmites and stalactites. These are accessible through a chain of underground passages and caves. It is about 275 meters (900 feet) in length and about 120 meters (390 feet) at its widest point. Macocha Gorge is part of a caves system including the Catherine Cave and a string of lakes such as the Punkva water caves, which you can access by boat.
The whole cave complex includes more than 30 kilometers of underground passages partly filled with water.
Make sure the caves are open when you plan your visit and reserve your spot to tour the caves in advance.
All experiences are written by TravelingFAQ users and subjective of their opinion and not of TravelingFAQ.
* Remember to check the weather forecast few days before the trip and before heading to the airport. *
If you plan on going to the developed part of the abyss, there’s no special equipment required.
If you plan on tracking the more natural parts, you should get the right cave exploring gear and consults profetionals.
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