Mine Museum

Mine Museum

With some 100 km of length, distributed over 22 levels, the mine, developed in the Schauinsland mountain over 800 years in the search for silver, lead, and zinc, is the largest one in the Black Forest and the Vosges. It shows all mining periods typical of metal ore mining and is a valuable monument for cultural history. Experience the history of mining technology in three different tours with different levels of challenge.

 

Walking time from the upper station 15 minutes

Information and registration for special tours
Tel. +49 761 26468
steiber@schauinsland.de
www.schauinsland.de

 

www.schauinsland.de

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From May to October, the three different regular guided tours always take place at fixed times:

  • May, June, September, and October: Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. – 3.30 p.m.
  • July and August until 13rd of september daily from11 a.m. – 3.30 p.m.
  • We recommend reservations for groups of more than 25 people.
  • Additionally, special tours for registered groups of up to 150 people are offered.
  • Special tours are offered in English and French at no extra charge.
  • The temperature in the mine is always 10°C, and the air is absolutely free of dust, pollen, and ozone.

Depending on your interests:

  • 45 min. tour (without ladders): tour trail at ground level 400 m into the mine, walkable in normal clothing (jackets are recommended) and normal shoes, without ladders or a minimum age. This is a comfortable way to explore the mine, especially with children!
  • 90 min. guided tour (with ladders): tour trail 900m, descent/ascent via 6 solid, slanted ladders (2 – 6 m length) with a total of 23 metres of difference in altitude to the next lower level.
  • 150 min. tour (with ladders): tour trail 1,800m, a total of 13 ladders with 48 metres of difference in altitude and descent to 2 levels down. A prime experience – all you could ever want!

The 90 min. and 150 min. tours require a minimum age of 12 or a body height of 150 cm. (For children under the age of 12, the 45 min. tour is appropriate.) Please wear sturdy shoes with higher soles and warm, hard-wearing hiking clothes. Electric miner’s lamps are provided.