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Lillafüred · Hungary

Szent István Cave

Known locally as Szent István-barlang

Show cave near Lillafüred known for stalactites and manageable guided visits.

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Szent István Cave Szalax · CC BY-SA 3.0
Typical visit
1 hour 30 minutes
Setting
Mixed
Region
Miskolc & Bükk
Last checked
9 Aug 2026

Why visit

Show cave near Lillafüred known for stalactites and manageable guided visits. It opened the underground limestone world of the Bükk to a wide public through organised tours.

What you will see

  • Guided cave or underground sections.
  • Walking routes and outdoor scenery.
  • Family-friendly spaces or activities.

History

It opened the underground limestone world of the Bükk to a wide public through organised tours.

Photographs

Szent István Cave

Szalax · CC BY-SA 3.0 · full attribution on the image credits page.

Visitor tips

  1. 1

    Pair it with other stops in Lillafüred or the surrounding area.

  2. 2

    Wear suitable footwear and keep a lighter weather backup if conditions look poor.

  3. 3

    Check current local opening details shortly before travel.

About Miskolc & Bükk

Cave baths, forest valleys, limestone caves and mountain walking in north-east Hungary.

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