Dechen Cave

Dechen Cave

The cave is named after Oberberghauptmann Heinrich von Dechen (1800–1889), in recognition of his contribution to researching the geology of the Rhineland and Westphalia.

Details

Length
870 metres
Geology
Rhenish Massif
Website
[https://www.dechenhoehle.de/ http://www.dechenhoehle.de]
Lighting
electric
Location
Sauerland, Germany
Discovery
1868
Elevation
250 metres
Show Cave
1868
Photo Caption
The Emperor Chamber in the Dechen Cave
Show Cave Length
360 metres