FamxplorHomburger Schlossberghöhlen
What to expect
The Homburger Schlossberghöhlen are Europe's largest man-made mottled sandstone caves, located below the ruins of the Hohenburg Castle. The caves feature mysterious corridors and impressive domed halls with yellow and reddish colorings. Visitors can explore the caves and learn about their history, which dates back to the 17th century. The caves were used for various purposes, including as a quarry for sand and as a shelter during World War II. Today, the caves are open to visitors and offer a unique glimpse into the region's geological and historical past
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Activities: We went to the Homburger Schlossberghöhlen and explored the caves. We received a short introduction, a map, and helmets. We walked through the caves on our own, using buzzers to illuminate certain areas. We also discovered old dinosaur tracks. The visit lasted about 45 minutes
Highlights: The children loved the buzzers, and we adults enjoyed playing with shadows. We all thought it was a very interesting experience. The caves were varied and interesting ✨