Berchtesgaden Salt Mine Half-Day Trip from Salzburg
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Experience Highlights
Discover one of the most fascinating places in the Bavarian Alps with this half-day excursion to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine from Salzburg. An underground adventure that reveals centuries of history and the origin of the region's salt wealth.
The tour includes round-trip bus transportation and a guided tour inside the mine, where you will go through tunnels, travel on an original mining train and see the most amazing underground lake of the site. The tour can be bilingual in English and German.
A perfect experience for families, the curious and natural history lovers looking for a different activity outside the city.
- Explore a historic salt mine aboard a mine train
- Enjoy an organised excursion with transport included.
- Bilingual tour in English and German, ideal for all types of travellers
What’s included
- Half-day excursion from Salzburg
- Entrance to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
- Accompanying guide (bilingual tour in English and German)
- Food and beverages
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Step by Step
This excursion to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine allows you to discover one of the oldest and most iconic industrial sites in the Alpine region. From Salzburg, you will set off on a scenic drive across the border into Germany, offering breathtaking views of mountains, valleys and traditional villages.
Upon arrival, you'll be kitted out in special clothing to take you through the historic tunnels. The experience begins aboard the mine train, which will take you through passages dug centuries ago. Along the way, you'll see original galleries, historic tools and interactive projections explaining how salt, considered the region's 'white gold', was mined.
One of the most memorable moments of the tour is the boat ride on the underground lake, magically illuminated to highlight the rock formations and the unique atmosphere of the place. You will also have the experience of sliding down the wooden slides traditionally used by the miners, a fun activity for all ages.
The tour can be bilingual (English and German), which guarantees clear and accessible explanations for a wide range of visitors. The guides will accompany you at all times to provide historical context, curious details and explanations about the geology of the area.
All in all, this tour combines nature, history and adventure, offering a complete experience that allows you to discover one of the hidden treasures of the Bavarian Alps in comfort and excitement.