The beautiful cave of Segovia that houses a real museum underground

According to the Spanish Geological and Mining Institute (IGME), there are approximately 10,000 catalogued caves across the country, revealing a whole subterranean world that fascinates all who dare to venture within. One of the most impressive caves in all of Spain is hidden in the south of the province of Segovia, almost bordering Madrid and Castilla-La Mancha. It is none other than the fascinating Cueva de los Enebralejos.

This cave, located in the southernmost part of Castile and León, is no ordinary cavern. Its impressive galleries filled with stalactites and stalagmites form a veritable underground museum crowned by spectacular cave paintings, making it one of the most important sites for speleology in Spain. Delving into it is a truly subterranean adventure that will leave no one indifferent.

The Enebralejos Cave, the underground jewel of Segovia

The Enebralejos Cave is located less than two kilometers from the town of Prádena and is approximately 40 million years old, although it was discovered less than a century ago (in 1932). It is made up of a network of galleries that extend some 3,670 meters underground, but those curious enough to explore it will only be able to explore 600 meters... although there's no need to go any further to fully appreciate the importance and beauty of this subterranean wonder.

This extraordinary cavern has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest (with the status of Archaeological Zone) and was used as a refuge and necropolis during the Copper Age, more than four millennia ago. Proof of this are the sublime cave paintings and engravings that have survived the passage of time and leave those lucky enough to witness them in person speechless. It is certainly an underground treasure well worth discovering.

Throughout its impressive rooms, such as the Burial Room and the Sanctuary Room, as well as at such astonishing sites as the Wall of Colors, the Waterfall Formation, and the Ghost, you can find unique geological structures, as well as a multitude of speleothems that are striking at first glance. According to the Castilla y León Tourism Portal, it is said that the Inquisition closed access to the cave because it was believed that Jews were hiding there.

Visiting the Enebralejos Cave: tickets and prices

Fortunately, the Enebralejos Cave has been open to the public for several decades, allowing anyone who wishes to explore it. To do so, you must take a guided tour, lasting approximately 50 minutes and on a first-come, first-served basis (groups range from 4 to 20 people). The tour is open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., although it closes an hour earlier on weekends between April and September. There is also a free tour every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.

The price of a general admission ticket to the cave is 8.50 euros, although there is a reduced rate of 6.50 euros for seniors and children between the ages of 3 and 10 (children under 3 enter free). Tickets can also be purchased through the cave's website .