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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!
- Salt Mine Tour : Discover Salzburg : salzburg.info
An experienced guide will show you the mine tunnels and...
- Berchtesgaden Salt Mine : Destination : salzburg.info
Only about 20 kilometers from Salzburg City, Berchtesgaden...
- Salt Mine Tour : Discover Salzburg : salzburg.info
- 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.
Austria's salt supply still comes from these mountains, but from Altaussee, where the source from an ancient sea has lasted for more than 250 million years. You can visit one of the oldest salt mines in the world at Hallein near the city of Salzburg in the Salzkammergut lake region.
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See the underground world of Obersalzberg’s salt mines on this 4-hour trip from Salzburg. Led by a local guide, venture along the scenic Alpenstrasse as you wind through the Bavarian Alps. Suit up in traditional miners’ wear and descend into the salt mines dating back 450 years.
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The best ways to experience Salzburg Salt Mines (Salzbergwerk) are: Private guided tour from Vienna to Hallstatt with Skywalk & Salt Mine Experience. Private Hallstatt highlights full-Day Tour from Salzburg. Hallstatt, St.Gilgen, StWolfgang Salzkammergut Tour from Salzburg.
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