The Lurgrotte is one of the largest show caves in Austria. In fact there are two parts you can visit. Many years ago it had been even possible to cross a trail between both parts before it was destroyed by flooding. On this tour I was told there are thoughts to revive crossing tours but with a guide and without a pre-prepared path. Compared to the second entrance this part of the cave has the larger dome and overall a larger amount of stalactites and stalagmites around, among those the largest stalactite known so far (a formerly grown out column whose base had been destroyed in an earthquake.

We really enjoyed our visit and although we didn't understand much of the German commentary we managed to get an idea of what was being said. We were also given an English summary which was helpful. We loved the light and music show in the large cavern. The whole of the Semriach valley was beautiful, we couldn't find out much about the area before we arrived but we are glad we spent a few days here.