Salzburg Salt Mines Tour

Explore the underground labyrinths of Salzburg on this tour of the salt mines. You'll travel on board the miners' train and sail the salt lake on a raft!

Salzburg Salt Mines Tour

Meet at number 1 Hubert-Sattler-Gasse at the scheduled time and head towards the Salzburg salt mines, an underground labyrinth rich in history and adventure.

On the way, pass by the King's Lake and the Eagle's Nest, known for their ties to the Third Reich and World War II.

Upon arrival at the mines, dress in a protective miner's suit and board the miners' train that takes you into the mountain.

The Salzburg mines have been in operation since 1527. Explore the mines with your expert guide who will explain the processes of mining, transportation, and daily life of the miners. Experience sliding down the miners' slide during the tour.

Conclude the tour with a ride on a wooden raft across the salt lake, followed by a return on the miners' train to the outside world.

Before heading back to Salzburg, stop in the picturesque town of Berchtesgaden.