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German Speleological Federation

Logo: vdhk.de4

Organization in Germany

The German Speleological Federation (German: Verband der deutschen Höhlen- und Karstforscher, VdHK) is an umbrella organisation for speleologists in Germany and a point of contact for the issues connected with caves and karst landscapes. 90 regional clubs (especially caving clubs) and groups, as well as 5 state federations and over 500 individual members, belong to the Federation. Its main aims are the exploration and conservation of caves and karst features in Germany.2 It was founded in 1955.1 It is headquartered in Munich.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1955Founded1
  • HeadquartersBavaria, Germany1
  • Websitewww.vdhk.de
  • Legal formRegistered association (eingetragener Verein)1
  • Kind of organizationNonprofit organization1
  • LEI3912003VHOZ26QK33V373
  • StatusActive3
  • LEI statusLapsed (not renewed)3
  • Registered addressGraßlergasse 24, 80331 München, Germany3
  • Registered withLocal Court München, VR 56423

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The German Speleological Federation (German: Verband der deutschen Höhlen- und Karstforscher, VdHK) is an umbrella organisation for speleologists in Germany and a point of contact for the issues connected with caves and karst landscapes. 90 regional clubs (especially caving clubs) and groups, as well as 5 state federations and over 500 individual members, belong to the Federation. Its main aims are the exploration and conservation of caves and karst features in Germany. Cave exploration in Germany is a voluntary activity that is carried out with the involvement of the VdHK and its members. Their main concern is to look after natural karst and cave terrain in a responsible manner. The Federation is a voluntary association.2

Timeline

  1. 1955Founded Founded1

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