Hallein Salt Mine

The salt mine features underground tunnels extending across multiple levels, with wooden slides, lakes, and mining chambers carved into the mountain.

Celtic miners initiated salt extraction in this location around 600 BC, establishing one of the primary salt production centers in Central Europe.

The mine represents the foundation of Salzburg's economic power, providing the region with the valuable white mineral that gave the city its name.

The guided tours last 90 minutes, requiring warm clothing and sturdy shoes as the temperature remains at 10 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

Visitors cross the underground border between Austria and Germany during the mine tour while learning about salt extraction techniques through the centuries.

Location: Hallein

Operator: Salzwelten GmbH

Part of: Salzwelten

Address: Ramsaustraße 3 5422

Phone: +4361322008511

Email: info@salzwelten.at

Website: https://salzwelten.at/de/salzburg

GPS coordinates: 47.66705,13.09034

Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:33