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Salzburg Salt Mine: Welcome to the ancient realm of “White Gold”. Ride the original mine train deep into the mountain! Slide down to a fantastic show on a subterranean salt lake! Follow in the footsteps of the Celts to the very heart of the mine!
- Why Is There Even Salt in The Austrian Alps?
- The History of Salt Mining: How Was Salt Mined in The Past?
- Hallein Salt Mine: Sweet Childhood Memories
- Berchtesgaden Salt Mine: Adventures Across The Border
- Hallstatt Salt Mine: The Most Touristy of The Three
A long, long time ago, when the Earth was still new, it cooled down, and salty oceans were formed. As the water evaporated, layers of sediment were left behind on the bottom of the sea. Salt crystals formed and sank to the bottom. After all the oceans dried up, the layers were covered by dirt and clay. Then, about 100 million years ago, the land mo...
Around 4,000 BC, people made a discovery. They found out that salt could keep meat fresh. They used salt from hot water that came from the ground. They poured the salty water over hot rocks, leaving the white mineral behind. As the climate got worse, salt became more critical for preserving meat. They started digging for salt in the ground, which w...
First up, let’s talk about the mine in Hallein. This was the mine I visited most frequently as a child because I grew up in Hallein. The Hallein salt mine, of course, holds a special place in my heart. On a tour of the mine, you’ll learn all about the tools and techniques used by the miners throughout the centuries and also about the history of Sal...
The Berchtesgaden salt mine is the most convenient to get to. The town of Berchtesgaden lies in Germany, across the border in Bavaria. It’s almost the same distance from Salzburg as Hallein. Salzburg is incredibly close to the German border.
The Hallstatt Salt Mine is the most touristy of the three Salzburg salt mines, not because the mine is special but because Hallstatt is. Hallstatt is the most overcrowded, touristy town in all of Austria. I recommend the Hallstatt Salt Mine if Hallstatt is on your bucket list anyway.
Take a leisurely walk along the lakefront, enjoying picturesque views, elegant swans, and well-preserved half-timber homes. Discover the 7,000-year-old salt mine on Salzburg (Salt Mountain) accessible by cable car or funicular railway, offering insights into ancient mining methods and a Subterranean Salt Lake.
Miners, Trains & Slides: A Fun Family Tour of the Salzburg's Salt Mines. Experience the thrill of riding on trains and zooming down slides, all while learning about the fascinating history of the mines. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!
You can visit one of the oldest salt mines in the world at Hallein near Salzburg. Its salt provided a livelihood for local people, brought riches to the archbishops, and built the magnificent city of Salzburg we admire today.
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