Besucherbergwerke Goldkronach

Besucherbergwerke Goldkronach is a historical gold mine near Goldkronach that includes two main tunnels extending roughly 200 meters into the mountain. These passages reveal the mining techniques and methods used in earlier periods.

The mine began as a result of gold prospecting in the region that continued over centuries. Alexander von Humboldt served as mining inspector here in 1792 and introduced technical improvements.

The name reflects the gold deposits that drew people to this area for centuries. Visitors can still see how this history shaped the local landscape and community identity.

The tunnels remain cool and damp, so appropriate clothing helps ensure visitor comfort during the visit. The passages are clearly marked for navigation, but a flashlight helps you see details on the walls and ceiling more clearly.

Gold deposits in the rock exist within quartz veins mixed with arsenopyrite, a mineral combination that required special extraction methods. This geological complexity demonstrates the challenges early miners faced in separating precious metal from surrounding stone.

Location: Goldkronach

Inception: 1993

Elevation above the sea: 585 m

Length: 200 m

Width: 2 m

Part of: Cultural heritage D-4-5936-0021 Goldkronach

Website: http://umweltatlas.bayern.de/mapapps/resources/reports/geotope/generateBericht.pdf?additionallayerfieldvalue=472G006

GPS coordinates: 50.01043,11.70622

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23