Zugarramurdi Caves
Zugarramurdi, Spain
A limestone cave tunnel linked to the witch trials of 1610, with a witch museum in the village. The loop path through the cave takes about 45 minutes; entry fee and parking by the ticket office.
The Cave of Zugarramurdi (Sorginen Leizea, "Cave of the Witches") was carved out by the Olabidea stream. It is about 120 m long, has two entrances and, in its upper part, two galleries, one of which serves as a viewpoint; there are no spectacular stalactites. The village became famous through the Basque witch trials, which the Inquisition held in Logroño in 1610 against villagers. According to legend, the locals held festivities here around a black billy goat, the Akerra.
The cave lies less than 500 m from the village centre, on the old road to Sara. The loop has steps throughout, and dogs are not allowed. The Witches' Museum, housed in the village's former hospital, makes a good complement. Around the summer solstice a large festival is held in the cave.
- Nearest town
- Zugarramurdi, Spain
- Category
- Roadside oddities
- GPS
- 43.2720, -1.5460
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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FAQs
Where is Zugarramurdi Caves?
Zugarramurdi Caves is in Zugarramurdi, Spain, at GPS 43.2720, -1.5460. It is about 5 km from Sare.
Can you camp near Zugarramurdi Caves?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is La Petite Rhune, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 95 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Zugarramurdi Caves?
Zugarramurdi Caves is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Navarre Pyrenees: gorges, the Irati forest and Roncesvalles.
What is there to see near Zugarramurdi Caves?
Places worth a stop nearby: La Rhune rack railway (8 km), Corniche Basque (18 km), Rocher de la Vierge (24 km) and Irati Forest (48 km).
When is the best time to visit Zugarramurdi Caves?
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)