Rammelsberg, Mining museum in Goslar, Germany
Rammelsberg is a mining museum near Goslar in Goslar district, Germany, that includes galleries, hoisting systems, and exhibition rooms dedicated to ore extraction. The buildings spread across the grounds at the foot of the mountain bearing the same name and display machinery along with processing installations from different periods.
The mine began its operations in the Middle Ages and continuously extracted silver, copper, and lead until 1988, bringing prosperity to Goslar. After closure, the entire facility was converted into a museum and opened to visitors.
The name refers to the mountain that shaped regional economic life for centuries and now draws visitors through its preserved facilities. Many guests come here to understand how miners once worked below ground and which tools they used in their daily labor.
Guided tours take visitors into both surface installations and underground chambers, with sturdy footwear and warm clothing recommended. The site is open daily and tours last between one and two hours depending on the route chosen.
The Roeder Gallery houses wooden water wheels in the wheel chamber that show how miners once drained water from the tunnels. These wooden constructions remain preserved in their original form today and can be viewed up close during the visit.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
