It’s a big, engaging adventure. The group of tourists will transform into apprentice miners, learning the underground trade in practice! Are you ready for the challenge?
Miners’ Route The “Wieliczka” Salt Mine
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Tour hours
The route is open from 09:00 am to 03:00 pm,
while booking your reservation, you can select a convenient time and date of the visit.
Details while booking your reservation, you can select a convenient time and date of the visit.
The Miners’ Route is more than a sightseeing tour!
On the Miners’ Route:
The group will explore atmospheric chambers in which darkness is illuminated only by mining lamps.
A lot of work awaits the group, during one shift there will be, among others, testing the air in the mine, weaving of ropes, efficient use of the map, as well as a saw and shovel.
As a reward, each member of the group will receive a commemorative certificate confirming that they have taken their first steps in the mining profession.
The Route in the structure of the Mine:
Regis Shaft
The lift descends to the Mine to level I (57 m) The return to the surface is by lift from Level IIn (101 m)
- Level I, approx. 57 m
- Level IIn, approx. 101 m
Ways of visiting the Miners’ Route
Useful information
Starting point:
Regis Shaft- Duration:
2 - 3 hours Minimum age:
aged 10 or olderGroup size:
min. 10, max. 20 peopleTemperature on the route:
14-16ºC
You can buy tickets at the the Mine’s website.
Detailed information about ticket prices and discounts can be found here.
Advance purchase of tickets on-line is required.
The tour always takes place under the supervision of an experienced guide. The tour is available in Polish and selected other languages. You can find out more at: here.
The trail has no points in common with the Tourist Route
and does not include a visit to St Kinga’s Chapel.
Only footwear covering the entire foot is allowed on the route. Wearing footwear made of textile materials is not recommended.
Open flames, electric torches, smoking cigarettes (including e-cigarettes) are prohibited in the mine. The Tourist Route Terms and Conditions can be found here.
Before starting the tour, tourists receive a short training on the safety and use of the supplied equipment: lamp, helmet and carbon monoxide absorber.
Before entering the Miners’ Route, tourists use the cloakroom located in the Regis Shaft building. Each tour participant receives an individual locker, locked with a key. The size of lockers is limited – make sure not to bring large luggage for your tour of the Miners’ Route.
See also
The “Wieliczka” Salt Mine is much more
A series of short commercials showcasing the Wieliczka Salt Mine's offerings. The commercials promote various tour options, such as school trips, family outings, sentimental journeys, and spa trips. The film features clips from various locations in the mine, such as the salt chambers, wooden buildings, and salt lakes. Soft music plays in the background. The shots emphasize the closeness and shared exploration of attractions across generations.