The Salt Mine in Wieliczka

Tour description

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most important and well-known tourist attractions in Poland, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in the 13th century, it is one of the oldest continuously operating salt mines in the world. Salt production continued here for over 700 years, until 1996, when mining on an industrial scale was halted due to flooding in the mine. We also provide tickets to all the sites included in the tour to ensure your comfort.

Information

Cost: 207 PLN / person.

Duration: 4 hours

Language: English / Polish

Must-see

Tour:

Tourist Route: The most popular tourist route spans approximately 3.5 km of underground corridors and chambers. It includes many attractions, such as salt chapels, sculptures, and underground lakes.
St. Kinga’s Chapel: This is the most beautiful and important chapel in the mine, entirely made of salt, including sculptures, an altar, and chandeliers.
Krakow Saltworks Museum: The tour also includes a visit to the museum, which showcases the history of salt mining, tools used by miners, and other exhibits related to the mine.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is a fascinating place that combines history, art, and engineering. It is a site worth visiting to understand the cultural and historical significance of this unique location in Poland.

Information from us

Zapewniamy wygodny transport z wyznaczonego miejsca do Kopalni Soli w Wieliczce oraz z powrotem, aby Twoja podróż była komfortowa i bezstresowa.

The Salt Mine in Wieliczka