“Is Zuddas” Caves: An Underground Magic Created by Nature

The Is Zuddas Caves, located in the southwestern part of Sardinia, constitute a splendid underground landscape created by the incessant action of water.

The relief of the Mount Meana in which the cavity develops is made up of dolomitic rocks dating back to about 530 million years.

The cave has several rooms, all different from each other, as they are created by the magical work of nature.

In the 60s the cave was used as a marble quarry, but in 1971 it was decided to close it and control the entrance, now accessible only for a fee.

Characteristics of the cave

The cave has a constant temperature of 16 degrees and humidity close to 100%.

Along the tourist route that it extends for approximately 500 m you can admire stalactites and stalagmites, flowstones, cannulas and the rare aragonite eccentrics.

The aragonites present in the cave appear in two different types of forms: the acicular aragonites, similar to needles, called “cave flowers” ​​by speleologists, and the eccentric aragonites (concentrated in a single room), which are thread-like formations that, without the influence of gravity, often take on bizarre shapes.

Every year, a large nativity scene is set up in the “Organ Hall” to celebrate Christmas, made even more evocative by the stalactite and stalagmite sculptures.

Entrance ticket cost

The cost of the ticket for the Is Zuddas Caves is €10,00 for the visit of the complete itinerary, but reduced tickets are also available for other itineraries.

For further information, please visit the official website www.grotteiszuddas.com or by calling the following telephone numbers:

+39 0781 1888010, +39 3921922411°, or by sending an email to: ppgad@pucrs.br

During high season or for group excursions, it is advisable to book well in advance. 

Opening time

The opening hours vary depending on the time of year, but may be subject to change.

Generally they are the following:

• From 01.07 to 30.09 every day from 10.00 to 12.15 – from 14.30 to 18.00
• From 01.10 to 31.10 and from 01.03 to 31.03 every day at 12.00 and 16.00
• From 20.12 to 06.01 every day at 12.00 and 16.00
• From 01.11. to 19.12. and from 17 to 28.02., except holidays, the shop is closed.
  Reservations are accepted for groups of a minimum of 15 people.