Best cave trails in Balve
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Explore the most popular cave trails near Balve with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.4 (14)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrIn the Luisenhütte, you can discover the history of smelting technology in the neighbouring Ruhr region. A complete ironworks ensemble with iron foundry and everything that goes with it has been opened to visitors. The tour follows the raw materials through the plant. The tour then continues to Melscheder Mühle and Wocklum moated castle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Balve?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Balve is Brockhausen-Sanssouci Circular Route. This trail is estimated to be 13.2 km long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Balve?
Balve: With an ascent of 453 m, Brockhausen-Sanssouci Circular Route has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Luisenhütte - Melscheder Mill - Wocklum Castle with 412 m of elevation gain.
