{"id":6121,"date":"2026-08-28T14:51:12","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T14:51:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/caves-of-kanne\/"},"modified":"2026-09-05T07:58:26","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T07:58:26","slug":"caves-of-kanne","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/caves-of-kanne\/","title":{"rendered":"Caves of Kanne"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.dzs-attraction{--green:#3B6561;--gold:#CFA245;--link:#DBA733;color:#24433f;font-family:Comfortaa,Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.75}.dzs-full{width:100vw;margin-left:calc(50% - 50vw)}.dzs-hero{height:clamp(480px,70vh,760px);position:relative;overflow:hidden;background:#24433f}.dzs-hero img{width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover}.dzs-hero:after{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg,rgba(16,35,32,.18),rgba(16,35,32,.62))}.dzs-hero-copy{position:absolute;z-index:2;inset:0;display:flex;flex-direction:column;align-items:center;justify-content:center;text-align:center;color:#fff;padding:32px}.dzs-hero h1{margin:0;color:#fff;font-family:\"Dancing Script\",cursive;font-size:clamp(46px,6vw,86px);font-weight:400;text-shadow:0 2px 18px rgba(0,0,0,.35)}.dzs-hero p{font-size:clamp(18px,2vw,27px);margin:12px 0 0;max-width:900px}.dzs-credit{max-width:1140px;margin:7px auto 0;padding:0 22px;font:12px\/1.5 Raleway,Arial,sans-serif;color:#667}.dzs-credit a{color:var(--green)}.dzs-wrap{max-width:1140px;margin:auto;padding:72px 22px}.dzs-lead{max-width:900px;margin:auto;text-align:center}.dzs-attraction h2{font-size:clamp(28px,3vw,42px);line-height:1.25;color:var(--green);font-weight:500;margin:0 0 24px}.dzs-attraction h3{font:600 25px\/1.35 Raleway,Arial,sans-serif;color:var(--green);margin:0 0 18px}.dzs-attraction p{font-size:17px;margin:0 0 20px}.dzs-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:54px;align-items:center}.dzs-grid img{width:100%;height:430px;object-fit:cover;border-radius:0 80px 0 80px}.dzs-soft{background:#eef4f2}.dzs-practical{background:#f4f6f5;border-left:5px solid var(--gold);padding:34px 38px}.dzs-attraction a{color:var(--link);text-decoration:underline}.dzs-cta{background:var(--green);color:#fff;text-align:center;padding:68px 22px}.dzs-cta h2{color:#fff}.dzs-cta p{max-width:760px;margin:0 auto 28px}.dzs-button{display:inline-block;background:var(--gold);color:#fff!important;text-decoration:none!important;padding:15px 30px;border-radius:2px;font:600 16px\/1 Raleway,Arial,sans-serif}.dzs-links{margin-top:30px;font:15px\/1.7 Raleway,Arial,sans-serif}.dzs-links a{margin:0 9px}.dzs-note{font-size:13px;color:#657570;margin-top:26px}@media(max-width:767px){.dzs-hero{height:58vh;min-height:420px}.dzs-wrap{padding:50px 20px}.dzs-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:28px}.dzs-grid img{height:320px;border-radius:0 52px 0 52px}.dzs-practical{padding:28px 24px}.dzs-credit{padding:0 18px}}\n<\/style>\n<article class=\"dzs-attraction\">\n<section class=\"dzs-hero dzs-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/dzs-grotten-van-kanne-galerij-3.avif\" alt=\"Scenic view of the Kanne Caves\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"dzs-hero-copy\">\n<h1>Caves of Kanne<\/h1>\n<p>Step into a world of marl, craftsmanship, and local products<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p class=\"dzs-credit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mergelgroeve_van_Kanne_3-10-2020_12-22-32.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Paul Hermans \/ Wikimedia Commons \u2014 CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">License<\/a><\/p>\n<section class=\"dzs-wrap dzs-lead\">\n<h2>A hidden world beneath the landscape<\/h2>\n<p>Beneath the village of Kanne lies an extensive network of tunnels that was carved out by hand over the course of centuries. The limestone was used as a building material, leaving behind a unique underground landscape filled with old work faces, stories, and traces of craftsmanship. <\/p>\n<p>A passionate guide will take you on a journey through this world. Along the way, you\u2019ll discover how the marl was formed, how the stone cutters worked here, and why the caves are so much more than just a series of dark passages. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"dzs-full dzs-soft\">\n<div class=\"dzs-wrap dzs-grid\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 940px;\">\n<div>\n<h2>Mosasaurs, a chapel, and flavors from the cave<\/h2>\n<p>The guided tour combines geology, history, and a sense of the local area. You\u2019ll learn about fossils and the mosasaur, ancient mining methods, and a beautifully recreated underground chapel. <\/p>\n<p>The constant climate inside the caves still plays a role today. There, you can explore the beer aging cellars and\u2014except in July\u2014the active underground mushroom farm. For groups, there are additional packages featuring local products, wine, or a workshop on working with marl.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p class=\"dzs-credit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mergelgroeve_van_Kanne_3-10-2020_12-22-32.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interior photo: Paul Hermans \/ Wikimedia Commons \u2014 CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">License<\/a><\/p>\n<style id=\"dzs-gallery-style\">\n.dzs-gallery-section{padding-top:20px}.dzs-gallery-head{text-align:center;max-width:820px;margin:0 auto 34px}.dzs-gallery-eyebrow{display:block;color:#CFA245;font:600 12px\/1 Raleway,Arial,sans-serif;letter-spacing:.15em;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px}.dzs-gallery-head p{color:#657570}.dzs-gallery-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:22px}.dzs-gallery-card{margin:0;background:#eef4f2;box-shadow:0 8px 24px rgba(36,65,60,.09);overflow:hidden}.dzs-gallery-card img{width:100%;height:285px;object-fit:cover;display:block;transition:transform .35s ease}.dzs-gallery-card:hover img{transform:scale(1.025)}.dzs-gallery-card figcaption{padding:12px 15px;font:11px\/1.5 Raleway,Arial,sans-serif;color:#657570}.dzs-gallery-card figcaption a{color:#3B6561}@media(max-width:767px){.dzs-gallery-section{padding-top:8px}.dzs-gallery-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:16px}.dzs-gallery-card img{height:245px}.dzs-gallery-head{margin-bottom:25px}}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"dzs-wrap dzs-gallery-section\">\n<div class=\"dzs-gallery-head\"><span class=\"dzs-gallery-eyebrow\">Even more to look forward to<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Get inspired<\/h2>\n<p>A sneak peek at what you can discover during your trip.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dzs-gallery-grid\">\n<figure class=\"dzs-gallery-card\"><img src=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/dzs-grotten-van-kanne-galerij-1.avif\" alt=\"Traces of marl mining\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption><strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 8px; color: rgb(59, 101, 97);\">Traces of<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mergelgroeve_van_Kanne_blokbrekers_3-10-2020.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">marl mining Photo: Paul Hermans \/ Wikimedia Commons \u2014 CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"dzs-gallery-card\"><img src=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/dzs-grotten-van-kanne-galerij-2.avif\" alt=\"Beer Aging in a Cave-Like Environment\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption><strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 8px; color: rgb(59, 101, 97);\">Beer Aging in a<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mergelgroeve_van_Kanne_grottenbier_3-10-2020.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cave Environment Photo: Paul Hermans \/ Wikimedia Commons \u2014 CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"dzs-gallery-card\"><img src=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/dzs-grotten-van-kanne.avif\" alt=\"The entrance on Avergat in Kanne\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption><strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 8px; color: rgb(59, 101, 97);\">The entrance on Avergat in<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mergelgroeve_van_Kanne_3-10-2020_12-14-41.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kanne. Photo: Paul Hermans \/ Wikimedia Commons \u2014 CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"dzs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"dzs-practical\">\n<h3>Practical Planning<\/h3>\n<p>Visits are only permitted when accompanied by a guide. The temperature in the cave system remains around 11\u00b0C year-round, so be sure to bring a sweater and sturdy shoes, even on warm days. The entrance is located at Avergat 14 in Kanne. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/grottenvankannevzw.be\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official website of the Caves of Kanne<\/a> for current tour schedules, availability, and tickets.   <\/p>\n<p class=\"dzs-note\">Hours, prices, and accessibility are subject to change. Always check the official website shortly before departure. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"dzs-wrap dzs-grid\">\n<div>\n<h2>Discover Kanne from De Zwarte Stok<\/h2>\n<p>The Kanne Caves are located in the same municipality as De Zwarte Stok. This makes it easy to combine this outing with a relaxing stay at our historic square farmhouse. <\/p>\n<p>Make it a full day of exploration with Kanne, the Passerelle of Caestert, Fort Eben-Emael, or a walk along the Albert Canal. Afterward, enjoy the tranquility of our garden and the Haspengau countryside. <\/p>\n<p class=\"dzs-links\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/caestert-footbridge\/\">Caestert Footbridge<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/fort-eben-emael\/\">Fort Eben-Emael<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/bed-and-breakfast\/\">Bed &#038; Breakfast<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/surroundings\/\">Explore the Area<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4208-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Relaxing in the garden at De Zwarte Stok\"><\/section>\n<section class=\"dzs-cta dzs-full\">\n<h2>Go underground and stay a little longer<\/h2>\n<p>Combine a unique guided tour of Kanne with peace, comfort, and personal hospitality at De Zwarte Stok.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"dzs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/reservations.cubilis.eu\/de-zwarte-stok-millenriemst\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/section>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visit the Kanne Caves and discover marl, fossils, local products, and underground craftsmanship starting from De Zwarte Stok in Riemst.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":6122,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6121","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","entry","has-media","owp-thumbs-layout-horizontal","owp-btn-normal","owp-tabs-layout-horizontal","has-no-thumbnails","has-product-nav"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6121","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6121"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6121\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6533,"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6121\/revisions\/6533"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6122"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dezwartestok.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6121"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}