Kakushöhle und Kartsteinfelsen

Beautiful semi-open cave of course. The view from the nearby Eulenberg should not be missed either.

The Kakushöhle is the larger of two caves in the Kakusfelsen (Kartstein) near the Dreimühlen district of Mechernich. It is one of the largest open caves in the Eifel and part of the 5.8 hectare nature reserve Kartsteinhöhlen with Kakushöhle.
A second small cave is north of the large cave. There is a plateau above the cave, which was bordered to the west by a section wall, which made the plateau a refuge.
The caves always attracted people who used them and the plateau in a variety of ways. Findings prove that the Kakus cave was already visited by Neanderthals and then by glacial now people. About 12,000 years ago, in the late Paleolithic, reindeer hunters of Ahrensburg culture pitched their tents at the caves.

Source: Wikipedia

The cave is named after the giant Kakus, a figure from Roman mythology. Exactly how it came about that this legendary figure from Lazio crossed the Alps into the Eifel remains uncertain.
Volume three "In the realm of the matrons" of the book series "Sagenhaft Eifel! Adventures in a fantastic region" by Christian Humberg takes place in the triangle of Nettersheim (with the well-known temple of the matrons), Steinfeld (with the no less famous monastery) and the Kakus cave. In the latter, the exciting finale takes place with the giant Kakus and the teenage heroes of the book series.

The nature reserve of the Kartstein with the Kakushöhle in the city of Mechernich is one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe.
Located above the scenic Fey Valley in the Dreimühlen district, the Kartstein with the Kakushöhle offers numerous opportunities for hikers, nature and culture enthusiasts and little adventurers. Let yourself be captured by largely untouched nature, legends and stories and a unique cave area.
Source: kakushoehle.de

A visit to the Kakus Cave is usually more relaxed during the week than on the weekends, at least during Corona times.

The traces of settlement on the prehistoric cacus cave between Eiserfey and Weyer date back to 80,000 BC. Hunter and gathering groups from the Neanderthals left behind numerous stone tools from the Middle Paleolithic epochs and animal bones.
The nature reserve of the Kartstein with the Kakushöhle in the city of Mechernich is one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe. (Source: eifel.info)

Great excursion tip, also suitable for children, rest area and bistro available at the entrance

The Kakushöhle is the larger of two caves in the Kakusfelsen (Kartstein) near the Dreimühlen district of Mechernich. It is one of the largest open caves in the Eifel and part of the 5.8 hectare nature reserve Kartsteinhöhlen with Kakushöhle.

A second small cave is north of the large cave. There is a plateau above the cave, which was bordered to the west by a section wall, which made the plateau a refuge.

The kakus cave consists of a large church (up to 15 m high and 30 m wide) and an adjoining room, the dark chamber. The small cave, located 50 m north of the large cave, is also called the cold hole

The caves are worth a visit. Very nice circuit from the parking lot where there is also a toilet with a small kiosk / snack

Impressive cave with many opportunities for hiking in the area. The cake at the Imiss is also recommended.

The Kakusöle is the larger of two caves in the kakus rock made of Kartstein (limestone tuff or travertine). Created about 300,000 years ago.
At that time people were already at this place, but according to legend the giant cacus lived there.

A freely accessible cave, for which one does not have to pay admission.

The Kakushöhle is one of the largest accessible caves in the Eifel.
Even the Neanderthals appreciated them, because that way it didn't rain into the dwelling. 😎

A very large cave with many exits, so a lot of light falls into the cave. It is also very bright and, with stairs and concrete reinforcements, can be entered even by fearful people (claustrophobia, darkness, etc.) In the back part - up the stairs - you can crawl out on your knees by lowering. The various openings of the cave have something like windows, so no artificial light is necessary during the day

The Kakushöhle is the larger of two caves in the Kakusfelsen (Kartstein) in the Dreimühlen district of Mechernich. It is one of the largest open caves in the Eifel and part of the 5.8 hectare nature reserve Kartsteinhöhlen with Kakushöhle, which was designated in 1932.

The traces of settlement on the prehistoric Kaku cave between Eiserfey and Weyer date back to 80,000 BC. Hunter and collector groups from the Neanderthals left behind numerous stone tools from the Middle Paleolithic epochs and animal bones. The nature reserve of the Kartstein with the Kakushöhle in the city of Mechernich is one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe. Located above the scenic Fey Valley in the Dreimühlen district, the Kartstein with the Kakushöhle offers numerous opportunities for hikers, nature and culture enthusiasts and little adventurers. Let yourself be captured by largely untouched nature, legends and stories and a unique cave area! (Text: Eifel.Info)

Archaeological finds from the Kartstein rock and its caves date back more than 300,000 years of human history.

Very interesting natural sight. The caves form the first multi-family house of mankind. Great and exciting with children. Very nice round for in between with a great view.

The Kakushöhle is open all year round and invites you to explore. Sometimes the passageways or ceilings are so low that you should be careful not to hit your head. Archaeologists have been able to identify several layers of settlement and have shown that the cave was already inhabited in the Stone Age.

Unique prehistoric cave located in beautiful forest.

Starting point for beautiful hikes. Small snack on the spot to strengthen after the tour

Impressive caves

An impressive place of prehistoric importance

The caves are really nice! Must see !!!