"Venetsa" Cave — Attraction in Dimovo

I really don't think they are persevering the cave like other caves around the world. There is even a bench inside to have dinner. It looks half like a construction site.

That is not the reason for the bad review. The woman on the counter barely spoke English and was annoyed we didn't speak Bulgarian. Hardest time for a traveler to buy a ticket. Then she told us to go inside. We went inside and saw people leaving with helmets. We asked if we should go back, because we didn't knew what to do. She said it's okay and gave us a tour. She didn't really know the science behind it or the real history. The just saw us stones that look like faces. Later she found out, we weren't supposed to enter because a Bulgarian group had a tour booked. They were rude to us, not knowing, we don't speak Bulgarian. She even refused the tip and said she is"very angry". We were send out like criminals. Not worth the trip. Go to other countries, they have ...

Walking into Venetsa Cave felt like stepping into another world — dark, quiet, mysterious, and alive with underground beauty. The air is cool and moist, the stone walls glow faintly under colored LED lights, and every stalactite or crystal formation feels like nature’s artwork. The cave is located near the village of Oreshets, not far from the Belogradchik Rocks, so it fits nicely into a day’s journey of exploring that region. Inside, there are corridors of around 200 m with five halls full of onyx, calcite formations, ice crystals, and shapes that hint at animals, flowers, even mythical creatures.

Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes — there are stairs, wet patches, and narrow passages.

Bring a sweater or jacket — inside the cave the temperature is around 10 °C and very damp.Be okay with tight spaces — the entrance and some corridors are narrow.Check in advance whether it’s open — sometimes tours are suspended or require arranging a...

Venetza Cave – Belogradchik (May 2025)

Please note that the entrance fee is cash only. Entry is allowed every full hour.

Access to the cave is through a narrow and steep passage, and oxygen levels inside are low. For this reason, it’s recommended to visit earlier in the day, when conditions are better. Visitors with claustrophobia, heart problems, or respiratory issues are advised not to enter.

Helmets are mandatory and will be provided on site.

Venetza Cave was reopened to the public in 2005. It stretches approximately 200 meters and the visit lasts around 40 minutes. There are five known galleries, four of which are open to visitors. The fifth is very steep and not accessible to the public.

The cave is uniquely formed with semi-precious onyx stone covered in limestone, enhanced by artistic lighting. It is often considered one of the most beautiful caves...