Wieliczka Salt Mine

Itinerary:     Wieliczka Salt Mine is located only 15 km (20 min by car) from the city centre of Krakow. Here you will find one of the largest and oldest mines in Europe and an absolutely unique and surprising place. The total length of underground passages, tunnels and chambers is in the hundreds of kilometers and they are spread over several levels. These historic workings are an excellent example of the development of salt mining and extraction techniques from the 13^th until the 20^th  centuries. The salt extracted from Wieliczka mine in the Middle Ages was called white gold (due to its value) and accounted for up to 30% of the royal treasury. Here today, deep underground, you can find New Year’s Eve  parties, weddings and even sporting events! During our visit we will discover the treasures of the underground mine: huge underground caves, tunnels, chapels, including the most spectacular Holy Chapel of Saint Kinga, with decorations and statues carved out of the salt.

Highlights:     Wieliczka Salt Mine, standard underground tour including St. Kinga’s Chapel

Duration: 4,5 h – 5h

photos: courtesy of Wieliczka Salt Mine