Austria's largest active salt mine, operating since 1147.
Known for its historical role in protecting art during WWII.

Why Go

💎 Explore deep rock salt tunnels
🖼️ See the permanent art exhibition "The Fortune of Art"
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly tours with mine duck Sally and slides
📚 Learn about WWII art rescue by Monuments Men

Why Avoid

🥶 Mine interior is cool (8°C/46°F), dress warmly
🚫 Registration required for special tours

Tips

👶 Minimum age for children is 4 years
🗓️ Check website for varied seasonal opening hours and specific closed dates
🗣️ Audio guides available in multiple languages

Cost

💰 Adults €27, Children (4-15) €13. Group and member discounts available.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m., varies by season. Special tours at 4:00 p.m. on Fridays.

🅿️ Parking

Disabled parking available.

🚻 Toilets

Available.

🛍️ Shop

Available.

🍽️ Food

Catering/food available.

💳 Payment

Cash, invoice, debit/credit cards (JCB, Mastercard, Unionpay, Visa), mobile/online (Alipay, Klarna, PayPal).