Frasassi Caves: A Subterranean Spectacle
Explore the mesmerizing Frasassi Caves in Italy: a subterranean world of stunning stalactites, vast chambers, and natural wonders formed over millions of years.
The Frasassi Caves, discovered in 1971, are a stunning karst cave system in Genga, Italy, within the Gola della Rossa and Frasassi Regional Nature Park. These caves feature vast chambers adorned with impressive stalactites and stalagmites, shaped over millions of years by water and erosion. A guided tour reveals the Ancona Abyss, one of the largest cave systems in Europe, and other whimsical formations.
A brief summary to Frasassi Caves
- Parcheggio e Biglietteria Grotte di Frasassi, Località la Cuna, Genga Stazione, Province of Ancona, 60040, IT
- +39073290090
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-5:30 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5:30 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm
- Friday 9 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5:30 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring a sweater or jacket, as the cave temperature is a constant 14°C (57°F).
- Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid long queues, especially during peak season.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before your tour time to allow for parking, ticket purchase (if not bought online), and the shuttle bus ride to the cave entrance.
- Consider visiting the nearby Abbey of San Vittore delle Chiuse and the Temple of Valadier for a complete experience of the area.
- Check the Frasassi Caves official website for the most up-to-date tour schedules and information.
Getting There
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Train
From Ancona, take a direct train to Genga-San Vittore station on the Rome-Ancona line. Trains depart hourly, and the journey takes approximately 57 minutes. From the station, it's a 15-minute walk to the Frasassi Caves Parking and Ticket Office. Purchase your tickets here and take the free shuttle bus to the cave entrance.
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Car
From Ancona, take the SS76 towards Rome and exit at Genga-Sassoferrato. Follow the signs to the Frasassi Caves Parking and Ticket Office in San Vittore delle Chiuse. Parking is available at the ticket office. Purchase your tickets and take the free shuttle bus to the cave entrance. Parking rates vary, expect to pay around €1-€2 per hour.
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Local Bus
From the town of San Vittore, the Frasassi Caves are located approximately 0.4 km away. You can take a local bus, taxi, or guided tour to reach the caves. The bus will drop you off near the ticket office where you can purchase your tickets and take the free shuttle bus to the cave entrance.
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