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Altaussee Salt Mine

What is the temperature inside Salt Mine Altaussee?
the temperature underground is a constant 7°C. A warm jacket and stout footwear should not be forgotten!

Can children visit the Salt Mine?
the Salt Mine is an experience for everyone! But admission to the mine is permitted for children only after the age of four years. There is still a great deal for smaller children to experience above ground!

Can babies be carried in the mine?
for safety reasons we ask for your understanding that children under the age of four are without exception not permitted to enter the mine. There are nevertheless the facilities of the Salt Mine above ground available.

May dogs enter the mine?
taking dogs into the mine is not permitted.

Is special clothing required?
due to the temperature (7°C throughout the year) and the rocky subsoil, warm clothing and stout footwear are recommended. You will receive protective clothing on the spot.

Is it obligatory to wear the protective clothing?
definitely! It serves to protect your own clothing and for safety when sliding!

How long does the tour take?
the visit to the mine takes about 80 minutes. Please calculate for a total stay of at least two hours.

Is photography permitted in the mine?
naturally! The unusual perspectives of the rock formations and the special atmosphere in the mine offer popular motifs for photographs.

Is the tour route suitable for wheelchairs?
we ask for your understanding that the natural conditions in the tunnels make a visit with a wheelchair impossible.

How long is the route that must be walked?
you vividly experience the mine here and will walk about 2.5 kilometres through tunnels of pure salt.

Is there an alternative to the slides?
instead of sliding you can use the adjacent stairways.

How can the waiting time be spent with a baby or small child?
there is a playground, our Salt Mine Bistro and Salt Mine Shop available right next to the Salt Mine.

In which languages are the tours carried out?
all tours are available in G/E without surcharge.

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