📜 Second largest mercury mine in the world, one of Europe's oldest preserved mine complexes.
Explores 240 million years of geological history and mercury's significance.
⛏️ Explore Anthony's Main Road, Europe's oldest preserved mine entrance
✨ Witness cinnabar ore and sparkling liquid mercury droplets
⛪ Visit a unique underground chapel within the mine
🔬 Engage with interactive exhibits at the Hg Smelting Plant
📚 Learn about Idrija's 500-year mining history and its impact
🚫 Anthony's Main Road is not suitable for children under 3 or dogs
🥶 Mine temperature is around 13°C, requiring appropriate footwear
👷 Protective overalls and helmets are provided for the mine tour
🎟️ Consider a combined ticket for both the mine and the smelting plant
💰 Adults 17-22 EUR, varies by season; discounts for combined tickets.
🕒 Anthony's Main Road: Daily, times vary by month. Hg Smelting Plant: Daily, hours vary, some days by arrangement.
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