Dudychova jeskyně – Bor u Skutče

Location: Bor u Skutče, 539 44 Bor u Skutče · Pardubice Region

Category: sandstone cave

A natural sandstone cave in the Maštale nature reserve near the village of Bor u Skutče. The cave was discovered by Bedřich Vladimír Dudycha, a school headmaster and teacher from Litomyšl, in the first half of the 20th century — according to legend it was once a hideout for local thieves. Part of the Toulovcovy Maštale nature reserve, it makes an ideal stop on a trip through the rock city.

Why visit this place?

• The cave is a widened fissure in the rock about 20 m high, which can be climbed all the way to the top.
• According to preserved legends it was a favourite thieves' hideout; carved steps and several handholds now help you move inside the rock.
• Rated 4.5 out of 5 by 69 visitors on Google Maps.
• Admission is free, which helps when the class budget is tight.
• Allow roughly half an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 42 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Freely accessible year-round
• Typical visit: 30 min
• Admission: free
• Visitor rating: 4.5 ★ from 69 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Suitable as a stop on a school excursion to the Toulovcovy Maštale nature reserve. Explanation of the geology of sandstone rock formations and the nature reserve.

Official website: https://www.kudyznudy.cz/aktivity/dudychova-jeskyne-v-boru-u-skutce

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