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Baltzola Cave

From the Indusi district to the Abaro bridge and the caves

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility (PRM)

The tour of approximately 2 km (outgoing and return) starts at the information panel, follows the course of the Baltzola River, crosses Abaro Natural Tunnel and reaches the interior of the great rocky cavity of Baltzola Caves.  It is considered to be of low difficulty and suitable for family outings, however, it is sloped and stony on the approach to and inside the cave (no footbridges or handrails). It is advisable to use torches/headlamps due to the lack of lighting in the centre of the cave.

  • Section length
    1,17 km
    Pavement
    Starts off asphalted, dirt and stony path, stone caves.
    Obstacles
    • Rocky underfoot in parts of the path and interior of the cave.
    • Rocky slopes in the vicinity of the caves.
  • Is there reception equipment on the section?
    Yes

    Outdoor space: Parking areas and access to equipment

    Is there a parking area?
    Yes
    Parking. Are there any minimum dimensions for adapted vehicles?
    Yes
    Is there any adapted access?
    No
    Are there slopes at the entrances?
    Yes
    Are the access slopes suitable for people with reduced mobility?
    No
    Are there railings and/or handrails?
    No
    Is there an equipment entrance sign next to the access, and is it adapted?
    Yes
    Is the access properly signposted to guide users?
    Yes

    Indoor space: General features

    Are the access slopes suitable for people with reduced mobility?
    No

    Rest zone

    Is there a rest area at the reception?
    No

    Store

    Is there one or more stores at the reception?
    No

    Children’s area

    Is there a children’s area at the reception?
    No

    Exhibition room

    Is there an exhibition room at the reception?
    No

    Exhibition Hall

    Is there an exhibition hall at the reception?
    No

    Exhibition Hall: Panel

    Information in written format
    No
  • Are there trails on the section?
    Yes

    Access

    Is there lighting at night?
    No
    Minimum accessible connection between parking spaces, if any, the start of the obstacle-free trail
    Yes
    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    Yes, with no required assistance from third parties
    Informative poster at the start of the trail indicating the length, route, difficulty, duration and slopes by sections
    Yes
    Path start sign positioned no higher than 195cm
    Yes

    Itinerary

    Vertical start signage
    Yes
    Vertical signage type
    Visual information panel with information about the route (flora, time span, history and culture) and the different points of interest.
    Compact, non-slip and with no projections along their entire length, allowing wheelchair transit
    The section begins with asphalt paving, and continues on a dirt track, with stones and wet areas as it is close to a river bank. The path near the tunnel and caves, as well as inside, is made of stones of varying sizes. It is not apt for wheel-chair use.
    The route is more than 150cm wide, with occasional narrowings of 90cm
    Yes
    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    No
    Tree branches do not obstruct the route at below 2.20 m
    Yes

    Cycle touring lane

    Does the section have a cycle touring lane?
    No

    Lookout and observatory

    Is there a lookout or observatory on the section?
    No

  • Nature classroom

    Is there a nature classroom on this section?
    No
  • Is there a recreational area on this section?
    No

    Access

    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    No
  • Is there a beach on this section?
    No

From Baltzola neighbourhood to the caves

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility (PRM)

The route of approximately 2 km (outgoing and return) follows a dirt and gravel path through the interior of the Natural Park and takes you inside the large rocky cavity of the Baltzola Caves. It is considered to be of low difficulty and suitable for a family outing, however, it is a stony trail all the way and especially inside the cave (with no footbridges or handrails). It is advisable to study the route as there is no signposting. You are also recommended to use torches/headlamps due to the lack of lighting in the centre of the cave.

  • Section length
    1,01 km
    Pavement
    Dirt and stones
    Obstacles
    • Stony path
    • Irregular stony ramps inside the caves.
    • Only natural lighting and completely dark inside the cave.
  • Is there reception equipment on the section?
    No

    Outdoor space: Parking areas and access to equipment

    Is there a parking area?
    Yes
    Parking. Are there any minimum dimensions for adapted vehicles?
    Yes
    Is there any adapted access?
    No
    Are there slopes at the entrances?
    No
    Are the access slopes suitable for people with reduced mobility?
    No
    Are there railings and/or handrails?
    No
    Is there an equipment entrance sign next to the access, and is it adapted?
    No

    Indoor space: General features

    Are the access slopes suitable for people with reduced mobility?
    No

    Personal care area

    Are there personnel trained in accessibility in the facilities?
    No

    Rest zone

    Is there a rest area at the reception?
    No

    Store

    Is there one or more stores at the reception?
    No

    Children’s area

    Is there a children’s area at the reception?
    No

    Exhibition room

    Is there an exhibition room at the reception?
    No

    Exhibition Hall

    Is there an exhibition hall at the reception?
    No
  • Are there trails on the section?
    Yes

    Access

    Is there lighting at night?
    No
    Minimum accessible connection between parking spaces, if any, the start of the obstacle-free trail
    Yes
    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    No
    Parking signage, if any, with the International Accessibility Symbol on the floor and/or on walls
    No
    Informative poster at the start of the trail indicating the length, route, difficulty, duration and slopes by sections
    No

    Itinerary

    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    No

    Cycle touring lane

    Does the section have a cycle touring lane?
    No

    Lookout and observatory

    Is there a lookout or observatory on the section?
    No

  • Nature classroom

    Is there a nature classroom on this section?
    No
  • Is there a recreational area on this section?
    No

    Access

    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    No
  • Is there a beach on this section?
    No