Cueva Las Monedas
Cueva Las Monedas
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BosleyCloud
7 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
Well worth visiting in addition to El Castillo cave. (see full review for that particular cave) I would thoroughly recommend Cueva Las Monedas to all visitors - especially those visiting Altamira. With the Puente Viesgo cave complex visitors can experience real caves, which you will not get @ Altamira unless you enter the Altamira Draw, held on Friday mornings, with only 5 names being draw to see the real Altamira cave. For anyone interested in prehistory, anthropology, archaeology; or just interested in learning about amazing places, then Las Monedas is a must see.
Written July 7, 2018
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Stuart B
Ipswich, UK27 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
We came across these caves almost by accident. For 3 euros it's a must see if you are in the area. Lovely walk from puente Visego to the caves. Inside a guided tour; although in Spanish the guide translated bits and pieces. Cave drawings, stalagmites and stalactites were fascinating.
Written September 30, 2016
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redhead_roaming
Seattle, WA2,919 contributions
Jun 2022
We went here during our kid's nap time, while grandparents watched them. It was a nice grown-up escape! We drove there and parked in Cuevas del Monte Castillo- Aparcamiento. There are around 50 parking spots. There's a gate across the road so you can't go any further so it's on foot from there.
We didn't realize the walk to the cave was about 10 minutes from the place where you pickup your tickets (we had bought them ahead of time) so we hustled to it, given that we had bought tickets to this cave first. We ended up getting there 1-2 minutes late and were calling into the cave (it was a metal-bar door that was locked) but no one responded and it was pitch black. Turns out, even though we were late, we were still there before the guide was, who showed up about 3-5 minutes later, no one else with him. Prior to his arrival, I wasn't sure if we should walk back to the ticket center to get help so I'm glad he showed up.
Despite our delay in getting started, the cave was amazing. Of the two caves, El Castillo & Las Monedas, this one was our favorite. Perhaps it was our guide, perhaps it was what we saw or perhaps it was because we were the only people in our group - I'm not sure. But I loved all the beautiful stalactites & mites, combined with the amazing history. We saw so many cool drawings on the wall and our guide, who claims his English isn't great, spoke beautifully about all the things we were looking at. There were less groups/people overall in this cave so we could linger a little longer at each spot
We didn't realize the walk to the cave was about 10 minutes from the place where you pickup your tickets (we had bought them ahead of time) so we hustled to it, given that we had bought tickets to this cave first. We ended up getting there 1-2 minutes late and were calling into the cave (it was a metal-bar door that was locked) but no one responded and it was pitch black. Turns out, even though we were late, we were still there before the guide was, who showed up about 3-5 minutes later, no one else with him. Prior to his arrival, I wasn't sure if we should walk back to the ticket center to get help so I'm glad he showed up.
Despite our delay in getting started, the cave was amazing. Of the two caves, El Castillo & Las Monedas, this one was our favorite. Perhaps it was our guide, perhaps it was what we saw or perhaps it was because we were the only people in our group - I'm not sure. But I loved all the beautiful stalactites & mites, combined with the amazing history. We saw so many cool drawings on the wall and our guide, who claims his English isn't great, spoke beautifully about all the things we were looking at. There were less groups/people overall in this cave so we could linger a little longer at each spot
Written May 21, 2023
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JimFinPortland
Seattle, WA161 contributions
Nov 2021
Both caves are great. El Castillo has more cave paintings. But if you're going to do one, you should do both. The guide for Las Monedas said the tour is basically just showing off the cave itself (stalactites, stalagmites, columns, curtains, etc.) with a few 'paintings' near the entrance. I think fewer people see Las Monedas. But it's there, it's cheap, it's easy. So do it.
Written November 30, 2021
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WYD_Pilgrims
Girona, Spain121 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
We visited the cave with our children, the guide that went with us was great even to our small children! Really nice visit!!
Written August 22, 2018
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BigShrub
Hoylake, UK65 contributions
Jul 2017
There are a number of caves in the area and to avoid disappointment book in advance. This is easily done on line. There are two caves on this mountain and it's worth visiting both. This cave name literally translates to cave if the money. This us because if the small horde if coins found.
Written April 5, 2018
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DodoDidi
Tampa, FL891 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
Found the site based on restaurant rec, worth the drive. Air did get cooler as we descended, our clue was when tour guide put on parka mid-July. Wonderful explanations, insight and time permitted to explore. There is nothing to compare to-the up close and personal vs. the replica or inaccessible caves of other sites. Please visit and support this national treasure.
Written October 1, 2017
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North_Mermaid
Copenhagen, Denmark95 contributions
Jul 2017
Sister cave to El Castillo. Las Monedas is also open for a 45 minutes guided tour, which is in Spanish. The cave offer spectacular ancient cave art. Las Monedas has more stalactites and stalagmites than El Castillo, and very fine small size cave art. You will explore about 500 m into the cave, and the cave art is breathtaking. Unlike in Altamira you see the genuine art rather than a replica. Highly recommended to book in advance since the visitor number is restricted on the tours.
Written September 24, 2017
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thelittlegecko
Madrid, Spain59 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
A must must must do... we went online planning to go to the Castillo caves and there were no slots available... looked at another few caves and the same and then found slots here. So glad we did what you'd think is second best. It's incredible... loved the labyrinth of walkways we were led down, the formations and the 6 paintings we saw. There are 32 in total and a whole lot more cave but you are only given a taster. No pictures allowed.... the guide was wonderful. A note, you have to be there 30 minutes before your slot for a few reasons; car parking could be tricky... we were in the second slot of the day and it was getting that way... another is there is a walk up to the ticket desk where the Castillo cave is, then a ten minute walk to the Las Monedas to meet the guide. We were a 5 minutes llate due to our little one having an accident on route, but they waited for us thankfully. Didn't need sweater after running most of the route with my little one in my arms... oh, and the price is incredible too at 3 euros an adult!
Written August 30, 2017
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MrsKetchup
6 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
A good addition to touring El Castillo cave. A beautiful pale cave. The main reason to visit are the many calcium salt formations of different types but the charcoal horse and (smiling!) deer are the icing on the cake - simple, elegant and moving.
Written October 14, 2016
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Weyo
Torrent, Spain130 contributions
Buenas, me pareció ver por internet q se puede hacer una visita más profunda con equipamiento y todo, alguien me puede informar?, gracias.
Carol YA
Muriedas, Spain99 contributions
Pues en las monedas no lo vi, pero igual en la web de reservas te da la opción. Suerte😄
Hi. I'm staying in Santander and can't quite figure out what bus goes from SAntander to El Castillo/Puente Viesgo. Where do I catch it in Santandar and does it run frequently? Also, are the restaurants closed then during siesta or can I catch a bus during siesta? Thanks!
Koro
Barcelona108 contributions
Is the cave very claustrophobic?
DodoDidi
Tampa, FL891 contributions
No! The walkways are wide, have railings to hold, the guide navigates you around any puddles or water. There are huge, expansive rooms to view. I remember only one ledge that was low and near my head, but I was able to swerve around it. This is one of the most fascinating, unspoiled experiences that our family experienced in all of Spain-and my husband is from Spain. That one can see this up close for so little money was truly marvelous to me. Enjoy your time-but bring a jacket, it's cold underground!
LHBAU
Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain36 contributions
Es adecuado para ir con dos niñas? De 5 años y 22 meses?
Alia S
Cantabria, Spain100 contributions
Las dos cuevas no tienen apenas desnivel y están iluminadas. Cuando yo fui había una pareja con un niño en "mochila" y otro niño de unos 7 años. Yo creo que de la mano irían sin problema pero es mi opinión personal.
Jeddahgirl
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia18 contributions
Are there any tours to visit many caves in one or two days?
fwebz
London50 contributions
It's easy to visit El Castillo and Monedas in one day. Booked the two an hour apart, gives enough time for the tour and to walk between the two :)
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- Hotels near Cueva Las Monedas:
- (0.57 mi) Gran Hotel Balneario Puente Viesgo
- (0.48 mi) Posada La Anjana
- (0.74 mi) Hotel Villa Arce
- (0.55 mi) La Terraza de Puente Viesgo
- (0.59 mi) Posada Rincon del Pas
- Restaurants near Cueva Las Monedas:
- (0.52 mi) La Union
- (0.54 mi) El Marqués
- (0.51 mi) Mama Pancha Cantina Mexicana
- (0.37 mi) Meson Giro Bar
- (0.49 mi) Casa Ibañez
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