Villages & Castles
Equi Terme: caves, thermal baths and adventure
The village in the Apuan Alps with show caves, climbing, caving, e-bikes and thermal baths. About 25–30 minutes from Camporaghena.
![Equi Terme — the village and the mountains]
What it is and why go
Equi Terme is a small village nestled in the Apuan Alps, in the municipality of Fivizzano. It's the right place for those who want to alternate the silence of Camporaghena with a day of activities: caves, climbing, caving, e-bikes. And if you just want to relax, there are the thermal baths.
The village itself is small but well kept. The real attraction is the Equi Caves, an underground route among stalactites and lakes, and the Tecchia Museum, which tells the prehistory of the area. Perfect for a day of exploration.
What to see and do
- Equi Caves — Guided tour among stalactites, stalagmites and underground lakes. ~1 hour
- Tecchia Museum — Prehistoric finds from the area
- Caving Adventure — Caving route for the adventurous
- Climbing — Equipped walls for all levels
- E-bike — Rental and routes in the valley
- Thermal baths — Spa centre (check if open)
What to expect
- A small but lively village, with activities for everyone
- Caves that stay cool even in summer (constant temperature ~14°C)
- Suitable for families with children (caves and museum)
- Also for the adventurous (caving, climbing)
- Parking available
Practical information
- Distance from Camporaghena: about 25–30 minutes by car
- Parking: available in the village
- Accessibility: village accessible. Caves not wheelchair accessible
- Dogs: allowed in the village. Check for the caves
- Services: bars, restaurants
- Google Maps: Equi Terme MS
- Time needed: half a day or full day
- Cave opening hours: [not verified — check www.grottediequi.it]
- Cave prices: [not verified]
- Season: all year round. Caves always open (constant temperature)
Who it's for and who it's not
Equi Terme is for you if:
- You want to visit spectacular caves without extreme caving
- You're looking for outdoor activities (climbing, e-bike)
- You're travelling with children (caves and museum are suitable)
- You want a destination for a rainy day (the caves are indoors)
Equi Terme is NOT for you if:
- You suffer from claustrophobia (the caves are enclosed spaces)
- You can't walk on uneven ground (the caves have stairs and narrow passages)
- You're looking for a traditional medieval village (Equi is small, the attraction is the caves)
Experiences in Equi Terme
- Equi Caves — Guided tour
- Tecchia Museum — Prehistory
- Caving Adventure — For the adventurous
- Climbing in Equi — Equipped walls
- E-bike in Equi — Rental and routes