State Nature Conservancy of the Slovak Republic
Slovak Caves Administration
Open on February 1, 2006. Permanent exposition is a part of the path for visitors of the cave. It is oriented on popular and educational presentation of cave bear (Ursus spelaeus) as one of the biggest extinct predators (Carnivora), which ever lived in the European continent. New features of the expositions are the reconstruction of skeleton and unique life-size sculpture of this animal, located in cave interior. Both enlarged the previous collection of bones, teeth, claws and skulls, presented for visitors in the palaeontological showcase in Kostnica and other underground spaces. There are two boards in front of the cave that supplement this exposition and offer general information on the body size and weight, origin and distribution, habitat, reproduction, food and reasons of extinction of the species as well as specific data concerning the local finds in the Važecká Cave. The third board is oriented to other cave animals like bats and invertebrates.
Dear visitors, visiting the cave requires adequate physical fitness.
The route includes:
- a longer walk in an enclosed darkened area
- reduced temperature and increased humidity
- ascent and descent
- higher number of steps (in some caves)
Special note to persons with medical limitations:
If you suffer particularly from cardiovascular disease, respiratory problems, high blood pressure, mobility limitations or are in poor physical condition, please consider taking part in the tour.
If you have any doubts about the appropriateness of your visit, please consult your doctor about your medical condition.
Your safety is of paramount importance to us.
Thank you for your understanding
Slovak Caves Administration, State Nature Conservation of the Slovak Republic
Dear visitors, we would like to inform you that due to the technical conditions of payment terminals, there may be situations when card payment will not be possible. For this reason, we recommend that you have an adequate amount of cash available if you want to be sure that you will be able to visit the cave. Thank you for understanding.
Dear visitors, due to technical reasons at the cave, it is not possible to provide food and drinks, including coffee vending machine services. We apologize for this inconvenience.
Dear visitors, the parking lot doesn't belong to cave administration. The fees are collected by different entity. Thank you for your understanding.
Dear visitors, the Domica cave will be closed on 24th of September 2025 due to operational reasons. We apologize for any inconvenience.
