Dragon Cave Mixnitz: Guided Tour

An important prehistoric site

The entrance to the dragon cave, which is surrounded by legends, is located about 500m above the western slope of the Röthelstein (Mixnitz). Humans, bears and wolves have sought out the cave as a place of retreat since prehistoric times. Trained cave guides accompany visitors through the cave, which is protected as a natural monument. It is also an important roost for bats.

For ecological reasons, visits to the cave are only permitted as part of a guided tour.

Tours take place from May to October, special tours for large groups or school classes are also possible. You can find the guided tour dates at www.almenland.at or at www.pernegg.at.

Details of the guided tour/hike:

• Meeting point always at 8.30 a.m. at the parking lot Drachenhöhle (Heubergstraße 32, 8131 Mixnitz).
• Length of walk approx. 7 kilometres (there & back)
• Ascent approx. 1.5 hours, guided tour approx. 1 - 1.5 hours, descent approx. 1 hour, difference in altitude approx. 500m
• Equipment: Good hiking equipment (sturdy shoes, spare clothes, snack, drink, work gloves), headlamp or torch.
• The temperature in the cave is 7 - 9 degrees Celsius and the humidity is approx. 80%, furthermore clothes are likely to get dirty

Registration is compulsory please by telephone on 0043 676/6308474 or by e-mail at drachenhoehle@pernegg.at.