Kaliwerk Glückauf Sondershausen
Kaliwerk Glückauf Sondershausen, Historical potash mine and munitions plant in Sondershausen, Germany
The Kaliwerk Glückauf complex extends across 23 square kilometers of underground tunnels and chambers, featuring a 44-meter-high headframe structure.
The mining operation began in 1893 after Heinrich Brügmann discovered carnallitite deposits in 1892, leading to full-scale production by 1898.
The facility now functions as an educational center where visitors learn about mining techniques, geological processes, and industrial development through guided underground tours.
The mine continues its industrial activities by producing 200,000 tons of rock salt annually for winter road maintenance while offering scheduled tourist visits.
This location stands as the oldest operational potash mine worldwide, with underground chambers that stored military supplies during its industrial history.
Location: Kyffhäuserkreis
Website: http://gses.de
GPS coordinates: 51.36974,10.84659
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:37
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