Hidden gem Biggesee: Atta Cave - Discover the stalactite cave | FIV

Biggesee Vacation: The man-made reservoir, also colloquially called “Bigge,” is a real vacation paradise and located near Cologne. Whether it’s a mountain bike park, exciting events with live music or simply a relaxed day on the embankment beach. Here, real vacation feeling comes to life!

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Biggesee Secret Tip: Atta Cave

Cave Restaurant Himmelreich

Atta Cheese Factory

Vacation at the Bigge

Biggesee Secret Tip: Atta Cave

Perfect for a rainy day at the Bigge! Dive into the underworld and let yourself be enchanted by the beautiful Atta Cave. The labyrinth extends for 1.2 km through the Attendorner underworld. With sound and light effects, the atmosphere of the stalactite cave is especially emphasized. The pure air can even have a healing effect for people with respiratory diseases. The 40-minute tours cost 11.50. You definitely shouldn’t miss this!

The air has a special healing effect for respiratory diseases
The labyrinth extends for 1.2 km through the underworld
40-minute tours are offered for 11.50

The Atta Cave is located in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia, near the cities of Olpe and Finnentrop.

Dive into another world, the Atta Cave in Attendorn:

Here you get a virtual tour through the Atta Cave already:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGK0LM4Ely4

Cave Restaurant Himmelreich

At the Himmelreich restaurant, you can reward yourself with delicious schnitzels and trout after your underground experience.

Atta Cheese Factory

If you still need a souvenir from the Atta Cave afterwards, a visit to the cheese factory is a good idea. The stalactite cave gives the special cheese a unique flavor at a constant temperature of 9 degrees. Once a month, the cheese is washed with salt water to prevent mold growth.

Vacation at the Bigge

Thousands of hot air balloons, sandy beaches and crystal clear water. The Bigge has a lot to offer even on summer days. Here you will find all the information about the various leisure and event opportunities at Biggesee.