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In the bear cave. Conturines, an incredible cave

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Excursion to the Conturines cave.

The Conturines cave, discovered in 1987, is 200 metres long and located at 2750 metres above sea level. The bones of a previously unknown species of bear - Ursus Ladinicus – were found in the cave. It is the highest find in the world. To reach this fascinating place, you have to climb one thousand metres of altitude difference, some of it on steep scree, but the sight is well worth it. Itinerary: Capanna Alpina (1726 m) – Col de Locia – Conturines cave (2750 m) – Capanna Alpina Difficulty: difficult Meeting: 8.30 a.m. San Cassiano - Capanna Alpina Return: approx. 4.00 p.m. Altitude diff.: ↑↓ approx. 1100 m Distance: approx. 9 km Walking: approx. 7 hours Lunch: packed lunch P.S.: Good physical condition and experience in the mountains is required! Cave temperature: 0°C The guide speaks Italian and German. Information and reservation at the tourist offices or online within the day before (limited places). During the event photos or video footage may be taken for the purpose of documentation and promotion of the event and the region. The footage may be used and published on websites, on social networks and on media in compliance with the data protection regulations. Powered by Karpos.

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