Coal Mining Museum of Slovenia, Underground mining museum in Velenje, Slovenia.
The Coal Mining Museum of Slovenia contains original mine equipment and infrastructure across multiple levels, extending 160 meters below the surface through historical tunnels.
The museum occupies the former Škale coal mining pit, which operated throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, contributing substantially to Slovenia's industrial development.
The museum preserves mining traditions through exhibits of work clothing, tools, and artifacts that showcase the daily routines of Slovenian coal miners.
Guided tours include a multivision presentation, underground train rides, and access to exhibitions, with advance reservations required through phone or email contacts.
Visitors can experience a traditional miners' meal in Slovenia's deepest underground dining room, located within the authentic mining complex.
Website: http://muzej.rlv.si
GPS coordinates: 46.37246,15.09844
Latest update: March 11, 2025 11:51
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