Hermannshöhle - Rübeländer caves - Elbingerode

Saga I. R.

The tour is purely in German, and I was thoroughly disappointed by it. They turn the lights off if you’re too slow, even though you need to wait for the group to leave before you’re even able to see the cavern properly. The guide seemed knowledgeable, although I’d have no way of knowing. When we told her we didn’t speak German, she ranted for a moment in German about it to us, and promptly moved on.

You’re not allowed to take photos, which is weird, and there’s no gift shop on the other end where you can buy photos or have photos taken for you. The caves themselves are pretty interesting, but I would have enjoyed it a lot more with no guide and with more time. Also, the “glitter cave” is just a brief stretch of salt crystals. It’s not even big enough to enter, the only reason it shines is because they blast it with UV and blue light.

Overall I was disappointed and couldn’t wait to get out after it started.

Janči K.

Cave is more less standard as any other (I saw too many caves). There is 2 extra things I liked. One part of cave called crystal room is beautiful and they have this skeleton of cave bear. Definitely worth to see if you are in the area. And for sure very nice place to cool yourself during summer. It is bummer that staff there tries (not successfully) to stop you from making photos (even when I on purpose disabled flash to protect living creatures from being stressed) - very strange rule.

Kaumudi P.

The caves are really nice. Many stalactites and stalagmites to see. The crystals and the patterns are really cool. We also saw the tail of the cave salamander! English audio guides are available. The only downside is that the guide was in a rush - we did not have enough time to admire the beautiful patterns in the caves.

christina V.

Incredibly beautiful. But we were sad to discover we didn't get time to really see it all. Feels a lot like we were rushed through it all. We didn't get time to see the crystals. We could've spent at least twice as long time there, and it made the whole experience less good. Sadly. And the guide only speaks german; if you want an english guide, you have to download an app to your phone and listen that way around (while disturbing the other guests cause you have to play it while the guide speaks, because of the short time you have). But very beautiful place indeed, amazing how nature works that way!

Mirjam O.

Really beautiful cave system! It was really fun to walk around and learn about the whole cave on our own with a little English guide book. The paths were very fun and interesting and really gave a special feeling to it all. There were some crystalization of the rocks I've never seen before and they are truly stunning. Can only recommend a visit!

Clément B.

Great activity, especially in summer, to have a first encounter with the Earth insides. More information in English along the path would be welcome to have a better understanding as a non-german speaker. The family ticket makes it more affordable. Getting there early in the day avoided us the long wait we observed when we got out.

Martin F.

Definitely worth seeing. You may want to bring a thin jacket, as the inside temperatur is a cool 8 degrees Celsius.

Jakob B. J.

Great tour from an informed guide. A very great experience walking through the long cave systems. Remember to bring a jacket if you decide to come visit. Would definitely recommend.