The labyrinthian El Soplao Cave holds a treat for speleology enthusiasts with numerous natural formations in its 17-mile system. Go on a guided visit of select portions within the cave and its adjacent mines to learn about the wonders of this underground world.
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Take a guided visit through intricate speleothems in Cueva El Soplao.
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Select from 3 types of experiences: the General Guided Visit, the Adventure Tourism Visit, and the Mine Visit.
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See spectacular karst formations like helictites, stalactites, stagmalites, dog-tooth spars, and more.
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Encounter towering columns and dizzying gorges, try to spot cave pearls and elusive manganese stromatolite structures.
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Dare to explore the tunnels of Campamento, El Órgano, El Bosque, and other less accessible portions of the cave on the Adventure Tourism Visit.
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Understand the process and practice of mining if you choose to visit the adjacent mine galleries of La Florida.
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Guided visit of Cueva El Soplao
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Access to Campamento, El Órgano and El Bosque tunnels (only with Adventure Tourism Visit)
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Access to La Florida mines (only with Mine Visit)
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Helmet with lamp, overalls and rubber boots (with Adventure Tourism Visit)
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Fernando
Mar, 2025
The cave is great and the guide explained it well, but you were a very large group.View original review in Spanish
Bernardino
Feb, 2025
Alexia
Feb, 2025
Aurora
Nov, 2024
The guide's explanation, as well as the formations caused by the water. All very curious.View original review in Spanish
Laura
Nov, 2024
A Speleological Odyssey
After driving 3km up a mountain, you will board a mining train to access the main entrance of the cave through La Isidra tunnel. Once inside, magnificent geological formations await. From eccentric helictites to cascading sheets of translucent calcite draperies. See natural structures like the Sentinels, the Opera, and the gallery of Ghosts, where stalagmites and stalactites make uncanny shapes. The visit is supplemented by light and sound effects as well as a voice-over in the La Gorda room. 6 of the cave’s 17 miles are currently open to the public.
Choose from the following ticket options with varying levels of depth and difficulty.
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General Guided Visit: 55-minute guided visit of the 300-meter Pasarela route.
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Adventure Tourism Visit: 2.5-hour guided visit of crude portions in the cave, including the tunnels of Campamento, El Órgano and El Bosque.
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Mine Visit: 3.5-hour guided visit of a 2.5-kilometre long route through the mines of La Florida.
Discover How Mines Work
This cave system was discovered and subsequently exploited in the early 20th century when the mines of La Florida were being built. The name ‘El Soplao’ comes from a mining term that describes the blowing air felt when perforating a tunnel with less oxygen. As you traverse through the mine galleries, you will experience the culture, traditions, and working conditions of this historic economic practice.
Your chosen walking tour ends when you arrive back at the inner station of the cave. You will once again take the El Soplao mining train to access the outer station and make your way out.
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Important Information
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The use of a surgical mask or FFP2 is mandatory to access this visit.
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This experience is accessible by wheelchair but it is necessary to inform in advance if you use it.
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A sign guide is available with limited capacity for people with hearing difficulties.
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Children up to the age of 12 and people needing wheelchairs must be accompanied by an adult.
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The Adventure Tourism Visit is unsuitable for children under 12; children between 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult who has signed a responsibility form.
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It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and warm clothes.
Timings
Guided Visit
- Oct to Mar
Tue to Sun: 10am to 2pm and 3pm to 5pm
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April to June
Tue to Sun: 10am to 2pm and 3pm to 6pm
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July
Mon to Sun: 10am to 7pm
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August
Mon to Sun: 10am to 9pm
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September
Mon to Sun: 10am to 2pm and 3pm to 6pm
Adventure Tourism
- Oct to June
Fri: 3pm and 4pm
Sat and Sun: 10am, 11am, 3pm and 4pm
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July and Sept
Tue to Sun: 10am, 11am, 3pm and 4pm
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August
Mon to Sun: 10am, 11am, 3pm and 4pm
Mine Visit
- Oct to Jul
Sat and Sun: 10am and 4pm
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August
Fri to Sun: 10am and 4pm
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September
Mon to Sun: 10am to 2pm and 3pm to 6pm
Schedules are indicative and may undergo changes depending on the activity or possible incidents.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Cueva El Soplao.
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Address: Prao el Colla, s/n, 39553 Celis, Cantabria, Spain.
Get Directions to the Meeting Point
Getting There
By Car
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The Cave can be reached trough the A-8 motorway that goes from Santander to Oviedo, exit 269 (Los Tánagos-Pesués-Puente Nansa).
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Before reaching the town of Pesués, take the detour to Puente Nansa until arriving at Rábago. From there, follow the road to El Soplao.
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