Map and access

Map

Getting to the Mine by coach or car

The “Wieliczka” Salt Mine is located 10 km south-east of Krakow city centre, near the exit from the A4 motorway at the Kraków Wieliczka junction.

Mark the route:

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Where do the descents to the Health Resort take place?

The descents into the mine take place via the Regis Shaft, pl. Kościuszki 9, in the centre of Wieliczka, entrance from the side of the fountain.

What are the conditions underground?
  • The temperature underground is around 13–14.5°C.
  • The air humidity is approx. 60–75%.
  • The concentration of sodium chloride is 3-8 mg/m³.
What should I take with me underground?
  • Comfortable athletic clothing suitable for the conditions (we recommend dressing in layers) and comfortable sports footwear – the temperature in the Health Resort is about 13–14.5°C.
  • Your own provisions: snacks, coffee and tea and a cup, as well as a plate and cutlery.
Is it possible to eat something underground?

In the space of the "Wieliczka" Health Resort, there are designated places where you can prepare and eat a simple meal.
When going underground, you should take your own provisions, e.g. snacks, beverages.
The Health Resort does not provide catering.

Is there Internet or WiFi coverage underground?

In the Health Resort, you can relax, cut yourself off from the world and rest; there is no Internet access, there is no WiFi service available.

Is it possible to return to the surface early?

Early returns are not possible.
The Health Resort is located on the third level, i.e. 135 m underground, and the path to the chambers is about 700 meters. Patients cannot move independently through the underground workings, and the staff remains on the premises of the Health Resort with patients.

What can I do during my free time from rehabilitation and therapeutic sessions?

In the free time from treatment sessions, patients can take advantage of many available attractions. For an additional fee, we offer:

  • touring the Tourist Route
  • an expedition on the Miners’ Route – however, it requires a certain degree of fitness and physical strength
  • taking advantage of therapeutic and relaxing massages that take place in the Health Resort building on the surface
  • taking advantage of additional physiotherapeutic treatments, which take place in the building of the Health Resort on the surface
Is it possible to change groups during the tour?

There are two groups in the Health Resort – morning and afternoon. Changing groups is possible only in exceptional cases and only in case of vacancies.

What if I don’t show up for the descent?
  • Absence of more than 3 days without informing the Health Resort may result in the end of the stay.
  • In the case of excused absence due to illness, a doctor’s note is required. The Health Result can extend the stay up to 24 working days from the first treatment day.
Can I smoke underground?

Smoking of tobacco and electronic cigarettes, as well as the use of any open source of fire and electric torches is strictly prohibited in the Mine. This is regulated by the provisions of geological and mining law.

At what times do the descents underground take place as part of daily medical stays?
The first descent to the underground chambers of the Health Resort takes place at 10:15 a.m. and the last one at 3.15 p.m. You should always report 15 minutes before your designated descent time.

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Where do the descents to the Health Resort take place?

The descents into the mine take place via the Regis Shaft, pl. Kościuszki 9, in the centre of Wieliczka, entrance from the side of the fountain.

What are the conditions underground?
  • The temperature underground is around 13–14.5°C.
  • The air humidity is approx. 60–75%.
  • The concentration of sodium chloride is 3-8 mg/m³.
What should I take with me underground?
  • Comfortable athletic clothing suitable for the conditions (we recommend dressing in layers) and comfortable sports footwear – the temperature in the Health Resort is about 13–14.5°C.
  • Your own provisions: snacks, coffee and tea and a cup, as well as a plate and cutlery.
Is it possible to eat something underground?

In the space of the "Wieliczka" Health Resort, there are designated places where you can prepare and eat a simple meal.
When going underground, you should take your own provisions, e.g. snacks, beverages.
The Health Resort does not provide catering.

Is there Internet or WiFi coverage underground?

In the Health Resort, you can relax, cut yourself off from the world and rest; there is no Internet access, there is no WiFi service available.

Is it possible to return to the surface early?

Early returns are not possible.
The Health Resort is located on the third level, i.e. 135 m underground, and the path to the chambers is about 700 meters. Patients cannot move independently through the underground workings, and the staff remains on the premises of the Health Resort with patients.

What can I do during my free time from rehabilitation and therapeutic sessions?

In the free time from treatment sessions, patients can take advantage of many available attractions. For an additional fee, we offer:

  • touring the Tourist Route
  • an expedition on the Miners’ Route – however, it requires a certain degree of fitness and physical strength
  • taking advantage of therapeutic and relaxing massages that take place in the Health Resort building on the surface
  • taking advantage of additional physiotherapeutic treatments, which take place in the building of the Health Resort on the surface
Is it possible to change groups during the tour?

There are two groups in the Health Resort – morning and afternoon. Changing groups is possible only in exceptional cases and only in case of vacancies.

What if I don’t show up for the descent?
  • Absence of more than 3 days without informing the Health Resort may result in the end of the stay.
  • In the case of excused absence due to illness, a doctor’s note is required. The Health Result can extend the stay up to 24 working days from the first treatment day.
Can I smoke underground?

Smoking of tobacco and electronic cigarettes, as well as the use of any open source of fire and electric torches is strictly prohibited in the Mine. This is regulated by the provisions of geological and mining law.

At what times do the descents underground take place as part of daily medical stays?
The first descent to the underground chambers of the Health Resort takes place at 10:15 a.m. and the last one at 3.15 p.m. You should always report 15 minutes before your designated descent time.

Access by public transit

Kraków - Wieliczka

  • The descents into the mine take place via the Regis Shaft, pl. Kościuszki 9, in the centre of Wieliczka, entrance from the side of the fountain.

    • The temperature underground is around 13–14.5°C.
    • The air humidity is approx. 60–75%.
    • The concentration of sodium chloride is 3-8 mg/m³.
    • Comfortable athletic clothing suitable for the conditions (we recommend dressing in layers) and comfortable sports footwear – the temperature in the Health Resort is about 13–14.5°C.
    • Your own provisions: snacks, coffee and tea and a cup, as well as a plate and cutlery.
  • In the space of the "Wieliczka" Health Resort, there are designated places where you can prepare and eat a simple meal.
    When going underground, you should take your own provisions, e.g. snacks, beverages.
    The Health Resort does not provide catering.

  • In the Health Resort, you can relax, cut yourself off from the world and rest; there is no Internet access, there is no WiFi service available.

  • Early returns are not possible.
    The Health Resort is located on the third level, i.e. 135 m underground, and the path to the chambers is about 700 meters. Patients cannot move independently through the underground workings, and the staff remains on the premises of the Health Resort with patients.

  • In the free time from treatment sessions, patients can take advantage of many available attractions. For an additional fee, we offer:

    • touring the Tourist Route
    • an expedition on the Miners’ Route – however, it requires a certain degree of fitness and physical strength
    • taking advantage of therapeutic and relaxing massages that take place in the Health Resort building on the surface
    • taking advantage of additional physiotherapeutic treatments, which take place in the building of the Health Resort on the surface
  • There are two groups in the Health Resort – morning and afternoon. Changing groups is possible only in exceptional cases and only in case of vacancies.

    • Absence of more than 3 days without informing the Health Resort may result in the end of the stay.
    • In the case of excused absence due to illness, a doctor’s note is required. The Health Result can extend the stay up to 24 working days from the first treatment day.
  • Smoking of tobacco and electronic cigarettes, as well as the use of any open source of fire and electric torches is strictly prohibited in the Mine. This is regulated by the provisions of geological and mining law.

  • The first descent to the underground chambers of the Health Resort takes place at 10:15 a.m. and the last one at 3.15 p.m. You should always report 15 minutes before your designated descent time.

Address details

  • Where do the descents to the Health Resort take place?

    The descents into the mine take place via the Regis Shaft, pl. Kościuszki 9, in the centre of Wieliczka, entrance from the side of the fountain.

  • What are the conditions underground?
    • The temperature underground is around 13–14.5°C.
    • The air humidity is approx. 60–75%.
    • The concentration of sodium chloride is 3-8 mg/m³.
  • What should I take with me underground?
    • Comfortable athletic clothing suitable for the conditions (we recommend dressing in layers) and comfortable sports footwear – the temperature in the Health Resort is about 13–14.5°C.
    • Your own provisions: snacks, coffee and tea and a cup, as well as a plate and cutlery.
  • Is it possible to eat something underground?

    In the space of the "Wieliczka" Health Resort, there are designated places where you can prepare and eat a simple meal.
    When going underground, you should take your own provisions, e.g. snacks, beverages.
    The Health Resort does not provide catering.

  • Is there Internet or WiFi coverage underground?

    In the Health Resort, you can relax, cut yourself off from the world and rest; there is no Internet access, there is no WiFi service available.

  • Is it possible to return to the surface early?

    Early returns are not possible.
    The Health Resort is located on the third level, i.e. 135 m underground, and the path to the chambers is about 700 meters. Patients cannot move independently through the underground workings, and the staff remains on the premises of the Health Resort with patients.

  • What can I do during my free time from rehabilitation and therapeutic sessions?

    In the free time from treatment sessions, patients can take advantage of many available attractions. For an additional fee, we offer:

    • touring the Tourist Route
    • an expedition on the Miners’ Route – however, it requires a certain degree of fitness and physical strength
    • taking advantage of therapeutic and relaxing massages that take place in the Health Resort building on the surface
    • taking advantage of additional physiotherapeutic treatments, which take place in the building of the Health Resort on the surface
  • Is it possible to change groups during the tour?

    There are two groups in the Health Resort – morning and afternoon. Changing groups is possible only in exceptional cases and only in case of vacancies.

  • What if I don’t show up for the descent?
    • Absence of more than 3 days without informing the Health Resort may result in the end of the stay.
    • In the case of excused absence due to illness, a doctor’s note is required. The Health Result can extend the stay up to 24 working days from the first treatment day.
  • Can I smoke underground?

    Smoking of tobacco and electronic cigarettes, as well as the use of any open source of fire and electric torches is strictly prohibited in the Mine. This is regulated by the provisions of geological and mining law.

  • At what times do the descents underground take place as part of daily medical stays?
    The first descent to the underground chambers of the Health Resort takes place at 10:15 a.m. and the last one at 3.15 p.m. You should always report 15 minutes before your designated descent time.