Grotte di Frasassi

Cave Genga, Marches, Italy

What to expect

The Grotte di Frasassi, located in the municipality of Genga, Italy, is a karst cave system and one of the most famous show caves in Italy. The cave system includes a number of named chambers, such as the Grotta Grande del Vento, Abisso Ancona, Sala delle Candeline, and Sala dell'Infinito, featuring stunning stalactites and stalagmites. The caves are rich in water and home to a large colony of bats. Visitors can explore 1.5 km of the crystalline wonderland, which includes walkways and theatrical lighting. The temperature inside the cave is a constant 14 degrees C, making it a great destination for a rainy day. The nearby Frasassi Gorge and the Romanesque church in the little spa of San Vittore delle Chiuse are also worth visiting

Plan your family visit to the Grotte di Frasassi with these blog insights 👇

Frasassi Caves with Children

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the caves with a guided tour and saw the stunning stalactites and stalagmites

Highlights: The kids were amazed by the beauty of the caves and the parents enjoyed the interesting explanations of the guide ✨

Holiday at the Conero with children - travel

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the caves, which were an amazing natural wonder

Highlights: The kids were amazed by the beauty of the caves and the underground tunnels ✨