Bex salt mine, Salt mine and cultural property in Bex, Switzerland
Bex Salt Mine is an underground saltworks in Switzerland featuring a network of tunnels that extend across multiple levels within the mountain. The passages total about 52 kilometers in length and reveal the geological structure and mineral-rich layers beneath the surface.
Salt extraction began here in 1554 when miners developed techniques to access and work the mineral deposits embedded in the rock. Over centuries, this activity shaped the region's development and established it as a major salt production center.
Local residents and visitors regard this place as a testament to the region's deep connection with salt extraction and mountain industry. The way it is used today bridges memories of craft traditions with contemporary visitor experiences.
Visitors can explore the site through guided tours offered in multiple languages, traveling by miners' train through the underground passages. Conditions vary depending on season and weather, so checking current information beforehand helps plan the visit better.
The mine still processes and packages salt directly on site under the brand Fleur des Alpes while running visitor activities at the same time. This blend of active production and tourism transforms the place into something more than a historical attraction.
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