Býčí skála – Moravský kras

Location: Moravský kras, 679 35 Blansko · South Moravia

Category: natural cave with archaeological finds

A significant natural cave in the Moravian Karst with a rich archaeological history. It contains remains from 17 cultural periods spanning from the Palaeolithic to the modern era. The site is also a faunistically valuable winter roost for bats. Traditional Open Days are held here, during which the cave is accessible to the public with guided tours and expert commentary.

Why visit this place?

• Together with the Barová cave and Rudické propadání it forms the second longest cave system in the Czech Republic, over 18 kilometres long.
• Jindřich Wankel began excavating here in 1867 and in 1872 more than 40 skeletons and many Early Iron Age objects were found.
• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 1,026 visitors on Google Maps.
• Admission is free, which helps when the class budget is tight.
• Allow roughly an hour and a half; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 89 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Only during Open Days (June, and possibly other months)
• Typical visit: 90 min
• Admission: free
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 1026 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

A walk through cave history and an introduction to archaeological finds

Official website: https://www.byciskala.cz

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