Ispinigoli Cave
Dorgali
A cave near Dorgali with one of Europe's tallest stalagmitic columns — about 38 metres floor to ceiling.
At a glance
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- Eintritt
- 10.00 €
- Duration
- 40 min
Location
Ispinigoli Cave lies in the municipality of Dorgali in eastern Sardinia. Its landmark is a huge stalagmitic column linking the floor and roof of the entrance chamber across some 38 metres, among the tallest in Europe. The visit starts at a collapse doline, where a spiral staircase descends into the hall; from there galleries open out with flowstone pools and delicate helictites. Archaeological finds from the Abisso delle Vergini in the deeper section point to Phoenician-Punic use. Guided tours last about 45 minutes and run in bad weather too — the temperature inside stays constantly cool.
Highlights
- 38-metre stalagmitic column
- Spiral staircase into the collapse doline
- Archaeological finds from Punic times
Tips
- Wear closed shoes; the steps are damp.
- Easy to combine with Dorgali and the Cala Gonone coast.
Practical information
Rules & notes
- Dogs allowed No
Dogs are not allowed inside the cave.
Parking
- Available Yes
Guided tours
- Available Yes
Guided tours are available hourly and last approximately 40-45 minutes. There is a lunch break from 12 PM to 2 PM.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible No
Access to the cave involves a considerable number of steps, making the cave inaccessible to wheelchair users.
Visitor notes
The cave is open all year round, and visiting hours vary by month. The last tour is typically one hour before closing.
Nature Features
- Protected area Yes
Die Temperatur in der Höhle beträgt durchschnittlich 17 Grad Celsius. Der Besuch dauert etwa 45 Minuten.
Opening hours
- Seasonal Yes
January - February: 11:00 (Saturday and Sunday 11:00-12:00). May - June: 10:00-11:00-12:00-13:00-14:00-15:00-16:00-17:00. July - August from 10:00. Visits start hourly, except for lunch break (12:00-14:00).
Admission
€10.00
Specialties
The Grotta di Ispinigoli is especially known for the 'Colossus', one of Europe's tallest stalagmite columns, extending over 38 meters.
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