Ottiliae-Schacht, Mining shaft and architectural monument in Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Germany.
The Ottiliae-Schacht is a mining shaft featuring a distinctive iron headframe erected in 1876 in Clausthal-Zellerfeld. The steel structure, standing roughly 20 meters high, was built by the royal central forge and served as part of the Mine Rosenhof extraction system.
The shaft began operating in 1876 as an extraction facility and functioned until 1930 as a primary mining point. During this period, silver, lead, and iron ore were removed from depths reaching 594 meters.
The shaft honors a Prussian mining captain whose work shaped local industry. It stands as a reminder of the mining traditions that defined life in this region for generations.
The site welcomes visitors during designated times with guided tours available to learn about its history. Wear comfortable shoes when visiting, as exploring this historical location involves walking around the grounds and viewing the structure up close.
The iron headframe ranks among the oldest of its type in Europe, reflecting the skilled craftsmanship of local forge work. Visitors can observe how 19th-century engineering was actually built and designed at this preserved location.
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