Historic salt mine in the Bavarian Alps, operating since 1517. Offers a unique underground experience with slides, trains, and a laser light show.

Why Go

⛏️ Dress up as a miner
🎢 Enjoy wooden slides and a train ride into the mountain
💡 Experience a laser light show on a mirror lake and multimedia installations
🌊 Take a boat trip across an underground salt lake
🌡️ Constant 12°C, ideal for any weather
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages

Why Avoid

⏳ Guided tours only, requires booking ahead
🚧 Road closures may impact travel

Tips

🎟️ Book tickets online to avoid waiting.
⏰ Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for the full experience.
👕 Mining coveralls are provided for visitors.
🌡️ Constant 12°C inside, dress appropriately.
🚌 Accessible by bus from Berchtesgaden station.

Cost

💰 Adults 26.50 €, children (4-16) 13.50 €, family tickets available. 10% discount with BGL-Tagesticket.

Hours

🕒 Daily. April 1 - November 8: 9:00-17:00. November 9 - March 31: 11:00-15:00. Closed on January 1, Good Friday, Whit Monday, November 1, December 24, 25, 31.

🅿️ Getting There Address: Salzburger Straße 24, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany. Reachable by car, bus (line 840, "Salzbergwerk" stop), or train (1.4km walk from station).