La Grotta dei Dossi: Italy's Most Colorful Cave
Discover a subterranean wonderland of vibrant colors and unique formations in Italy's most colorful cave, La Grotta dei Dossi.
Explore La Grotta dei Dossi, a stunning cave system in Villanova Mondovì, Italy, renowned as the country's most colorful cave. Discovered in 1797, it features vibrant mineral formations, illuminated pathways, and captivating underground chambers, offering a unique subterranean adventure.
A brief summary to La Grotta dei Dossi
- Strada della Grotta, Villanova Mondovì, Province of Cuneo, 12089, IT
- +393397966644
- Visit website
- Monday 3 pm-6 pm
- Tuesday 3 pm-6 pm
- Wednesday 3 pm-6 pm
- Thursday 3 pm-6 pm
- Friday 3 pm-6 pm
- Saturday 3 pm-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-12 pm
Local tips
- Wear warm clothing; the cave temperature is a constant 8-9°C.
- Check the opening hours and book in advance, especially for groups.
- Wear non-slip shoes for the sometimes damp cave floor.
- Visit during the Christmas season to see the Presepi in Grotta (Nativity scenes).
Getting There
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Car
From Villanova Mondovì, follow Strada della Grotta. The road leads directly to the cave entrance. Parking is available near the site, but it can be limited during peak season. Parking cost is approximately €2 per hour.
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Public Transport
Take bus line 099 or 176 to Branzola. From Branzola, it's approximately a 20-minute (1.4 km) walk to La Grotta dei Dossi. A single bus ticket costs around €1.50 - €3.00.
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