Atta Cave

Welcome to the Atta Cave – The Queen of Dripstone Caves!

Discover one of Germany's most beautiful and impressive natural wonders with the official audioguide app. Deep beneath the city of Attendorn lies a magical world of stalactites and stalagmites that has grown over millions of years.

Whether you are visiting the cave for the first time or returning to admire its beauty again, this app is your personal companion. It guides you through the accessible parts of the cave, providing exciting stories, geological facts, and historical background information at every station.

🎧 IMPORTANT AUDIO NOTE To preserve the peaceful atmosphere of the cave for all visitors and to comply with museum regulations, this app does not use the main loudspeaker of your smartphone.

Please use headphones (Bluetooth or wired) for the best experience.

Or hold your smartphone to your ear, just like during a phone call, to listen to the audio commentary via the earpiece.

AVAILABLE IN 7 LANGUAGES We welcome visitors from all over the world! The app includes fully synchronized audio tours and texts in:

– English
– Dutch
– French
– Spanish
– Italian
– Greek

FEATURES OF THE APP

Timeline & Progress: See exactly where you are on the tour. The integrated slider lets you control the audio playback at your own pace.

Visual Orientation: Each station is accompanied by high-quality images, helping you identify the formations described in the audio guide.

Simple Navigation: The app is designed to be intuitive and easy to use. Swipe through stations like a digital book or select them from the list.

Dark Mode Design: The app interface is designed in a dark, eye-friendly style that matches the atmosphere of the cave and doesn't dazzle you underground.

Offline Capability: Once downloaded, you don't need an active internet connection inside the cave to play the audio files.

Overview Map: Orient yourself with the digital floor plan of the cave system.

HOW TO USE

Download: Ideally, download the app before entering the cave or at the entrance area.

Select Language: Choose your preferred language from the menu.

Start Tour: As you walk through the cave, select the current station number shown on the signs.

Listen: Hold the phone to your ear or put on your headphones and immerse yourself in the story of the Atta Cave.

ABOUT THE ATTA CAVE Discovered accidentally by quarry workers in 1907, the Atta Cave (Atta-Höhle) is today one of the most famous show caves in Germany. Its total length is over 6,000 meters, but the show part allows you to walk comfortably through a wonderland of stone. Marvel at the delicate draperies, the massive columns, and the mysterious colors of the limestone formations.

Prepare for an unforgettable journey into the depths of the earth.

Download the Atta Cave App now and let the stones speak to you!