Scărișoara Ice Cave

📍 Near Gârda de Sus · 🚗 Approx. 25–30 minutes from Casa Milana · 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families

Hidden beneath the forests of the Apuseni Mountains, Scărișoara Ice Cave (Peștera Ghețarul de la Scărișoara) is one of the area's most fascinating natural attractions and an unforgettable place to visit during a stay at Casa Milana.

Inside the cave lies an enormous underground body of ice that has been preserved for thousands of years. Visitors descend into the impressive cavern where cool temperatures, rock walls and extraordinary ice formations create an atmosphere completely different from the landscape above. Scărișoara is recognised as one of Romania's most remarkable ice caves and is one of the signature natural attractions of the Apuseni region.

It's a wonderful excursion for families, nature lovers and anyone interested in geology or unusual places. Even during summer, temperatures inside the cave are very low, so we recommend taking a warm layer and wearing sturdy footwear.

Casa Milana tip: Combine your visit with a relaxed drive through the villages around Gârda de Sus and enjoy a full day exploring this beautiful part of the Apuseni Mountains.