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Salzburg: Berchtesgaden Salt Mines Tour and Underground Boat Ride

Visitors exploring Berchtesgaden Salt Mines in Salzburg with illuminated salt pillar.

Duration

4 hr 30 min - 40 hr 30 min

Guided tour

Discover a hidden world of natural wonder on the Salzburg tour of Berchtesgaden Salt Mines and Underground Boat Ride.

    • Explore the salt mines of Berchtesgaden and find out how salt is produced.
    • Enjoy a ride down a slide deep inside the salt mine.
    • Cruise along the waters of a subterranean lake on a raft.
    • Spend some time exploring Berchtesgaden at the end of your tour.
    • Entry to the salt mine
    • Transport to the salt mine and back
    • Underground boat ride
    • Visit the town of Berchtesgaden
    • Expert tour guide
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Georgina

    Georgina

    Aug 2021
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Had a great afternoon getting a close look at the salt mine! The view while driving up the mountain to the salt mine is spectacular! All parts of this trip were so thrilling - the salt mine and the underground boat ride in the darkness. We learned a lot about the geography and history of the place and how salt is made. Overall, it was a great experience and I recommend this tour if you’re visiting Salzburg.
    Lisa

    Lisa

    Jul 2021
    Verified booking
    5/5
    This tour should be on your things-to-do-in-Salzburg list! My friends and I had so much fun right from start to finish. Everything was organized really well and our tour guide was very friendly and humorous. It was the perfect way to spend the day.
    Savio

    Savio

    Jul 2021
    Verified booking
    5/5
    What an incredible trip! This was my first visit to Salzburg and I came across this tour while searching for things to do in the city. I’m happy to say that the tour exceeded my expectations. It was a really cool experience and I learnt so much on the tour from our guide who was friendly and knew his stuff. Totally worth it!
  • Begin your journey from Salzburg to the salt mines of Berchtesgaden along with an expert tour guide. You’ll discover some spectacular views as you look out your window and make your way up the mountain. Once you get to the top, you’ll be given overalls to wear on top of your clothes before entering the salt mines. Sit back and relax aboard the mine railway as you make your way into the shafts.

    While exploring the mines, your guide will tell you all about the fascinating history of Alpine salt-mining and the significance of the area. Listen and observe closely as you cruise through a maze of branching tunnels.

    Once you’re in the heart of the salt mine, you’ll reach a slide that goes deep down into the ground - an adventurous treat for the young and old! Make your way down the slide to a raft waiting to take you on a thrilling boat ride. Hold on to your boat and let your senses have a unique experience as you float through the dark on the underground boat ride.

    The last part of your tour includes a walk around the scintillating town of Berchtesgaden and its spectacular sights and sounds.

  • Ticket Information

    This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:

    • English Guided Tour
    • German Guided Tour

    COVID Safety Information

    • All areas that customers frequently touch are sanitized.
    • Guests may/may not be subject to temperature checks beforehand.
    • All guests are recommended to bring along face masks for safety.
    • It is recommended to maintain social distancing with other guests (2 meters apart).
    • Regularly sanitize your hands. Sanitizers are available upon request.

    Timings

    Daily at 8:30am and 1:45pm

    Important Information

    • This tour is not accessible to people with reduced mobility and pregnant women.
    • Guide dogs are allowed.
    • Photography is allowed.

    Discounted Tickets

    Children aged 4-12 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your guide.
    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.
    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time to avoid delays.

    Meeting Point

    • Meet your guide at: Ticket Office Salzburg Sightseeing Tours.
    • Address: Mirabellplatz 2, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point.

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The nearest bus stop is Salzburg Mirabellplatz, which is just opposite the meeting point.
    • Bus 21, Bus 22, O-Bus 2 and O-Bus 4 will bring you here.

    By Train

    • Get out at the Salzburg Main Station, which is within a 15-minute walk from the meeting point.
    • Lines BRB RE5, D and EC will bring you here.

    Validity

    This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.

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