State Nature Conservancy of the Slovak Republic
Slovak Caves Administration
Scientific conferences “Research, Utilization and Protection of Caves” is organized by the Slovak Caves Administration biannualy since the second half of the nineties of the last century. The newest results from research, monitoring and protection of caves are presented within the programme, some of them as results of international cooperation. Papers concerning speleological documentation, operation of show caves and caving history are alson on the agenda.
22.09.2015 - 25.09.2015, Rožňava, Slovakia – Bódvaszilas, Hungary
More ...25.10.2017 - 26.10.2017, Liptovský Mikuláš Scientific conferences “Research, Utilization and Protection of Caves” are organized by the Slovak Caves Administration biannually since 1997. The newest results from research, monitoring and protection of caves are presented, mainly from Slovakia and neighbouring countries in Central Europe. The caves as natural monuments are protected from geological, mineralogical, geomorphological, hydrological, climatological, biological, paleontological, archaeological or historical point of views.
More ...08.09.2020 - 11.09.2020, Liptovský Mikuláš Scientific conferences “Research, Utilization and Protection of Caves” are organized by the Slovak Caves Administration biannually since 1997. The newest results from research, monitoring and protection of caves are presented, mainly from Slovakia and neighbouring countries in Central Europe. The caves as natural monuments are protected from geological, mineralogical, geomorphological, hydrological, climatological, biological, paleontological, archaeological or historical point of views.
More ...07.09.2021 - 09.09.2021, Liptovsky Mikulas
More ...06.09.2022 - 08.09.2022, Liptovský Mikuláš, Slovakia
More ...24.09.2024 - 26.09.2024, Liptovský Mikuláš, Slovakia
More ...08.10.1997 - 10.10.1997, Mlynky At the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Važecká Cave discovery, 25th anniversary of the Ochtinská Aragonite Cave opening to the public and 25th anniversary of the Stratenská Cave discovery
More ...16.11.2000 - 19.11.2000, Demänovská Valley At the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Slovak Caves Administration establishment and the 70th anniversary of the Driny Cave discovery
More ...14.11.2001 - 16.11.2001, Stará Lesná At the occasion of the 120th anniversary of the Belianska Cave discovery, 80th anniversary of the Demänovská Cave of Liberty discovery, 75th anniversary of the Driny Cave discovery and 50th anniversary of the Gombasecká Cave discovery
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05.10.2003 - 08.10.2003, Tále
More ...26.09.2005 - 29.09.2005, Demänovská Valley At the occasion of the RNDr. Anton Droppa, CSc. life jubillee
More ...01.10.2007 - 05.10.2007, Ždiar
More ...10.11.2009 - 13.11.2009, Smolenice
More ...03.10.2011 - 06.10.2011, Demänovská Valley
More ...23.09.2013 - 26.09.2013, Liptovská Sielnica Scientific conferences “Research, Utilization and Protection of Caves” are organized by the Slovak Caves Administration biannually since 1997. The newest results from research, monitoring and protection of caves are presented, mainly from Slovakia and neighbouring countries in Central Europe. The caves as specific and fragile natural phenomena are protected from geological, mineralogical, geomorphological, hydrological, climatological, biological, paleontological, archaeological or historical point of views.
More ...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.
