Caving in Soria
The Galiana Cave is located in the vicinity of the canyon of the river Lobos, within the only natural park in Soria. La Galiana Baja is located next to the source of the river Ucero. In order to access it, it is necessary to contact the company that manages the tourist visit (Soria Cavernaria). This area has almost 300 caves, including cavities, chasms and galleries of all kinds. The Galiana Cave is the best known and the only one that can be visited as a tourist attraction. Its interior is full of stalactites and stalagmites of all shapes and sizes.
- Duration: 2 hours
- Difficulty: low
- Approximate distance: 1.5 km
- Place: Soria
- Recommended time of year: september
La Galiana Baja is an excellent opportunity for those who want to start caving, an activity that allows you to penetrate and get to know the underground world. The cave is 3 kilometres long and can be explored easily and without difficulty with just a carbide lamp and suitable boots.
The route begins with high ceilings and a considerable width, but little by little blocks of stone occupy the gallery, forcing a meandering route. The first step on the route is to enter the Bedroom Room, a room invaded by rocks and made up of a series of blind diverticula. The route continues to the Lake Room, where the typical underground formations of stalactites and stalagmites begin to appear. Further on, you enter the Sala de los Gours, with small pools of crystal-clear water. But the highlight of the cave is undoubtedly the Sala del Bosque (Forest Room), where you have to climb a stretch with the help of a rope. Finally, in El Bosque, the cave reaches its maximum height of 15 metres.
