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 Salt Mines

Rundgang

Set off on an unforgettable underground adventure!

Step into the Miner train and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Bex Salt Mines. Explore centuries-old, hand-carved tunnels, admire impressive machines, and listen to the exciting stories of the miners!



Throughout the entire tour, we will indulge you with sweet and savory delights – a treat for all the senses!

A journey through time, perfect for families and friends.

The seats on the Miner train are limited – secure your ticket now!

Guided tours in German from 29th June to 24th August

In the summer, the tour takes place at 10:30 AM exclusively in German. At other times, informations in German are available in our Smartguide App.

GERMAN Mines TOURS

In the footsteps of salt


History

Once upon a time ... salt in the mountains!

Miners train journey
Tschuuu-Tschuuu
Galleries
Have you ever hiked through a mountain?

Museum
How work was done in the Mines in the past: eyewitnesses report.


Production
Genuine craftsmanship: the true treasure of the Mines.

Miners train journey
Back to daylight at 15 km/h.

Lenght of the tour

2 hours on a 500m long tour 

Meeting point

15 minutes before the start in front of the reception building

Temperature

18 °C all year round; warm clothing is recommended.

Age

recommended from 4 years

Comfort

The visited areas are well-ventilated and well-lit. Comfortable footwear is recommended.

Access

The tour is suitable for all age groups. For safety reasons, visitors must be able to move around the Mines without assistance devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, or strollers.

Languages

Aside from the scheduled tours in German, the tours are conducted in French. Only group tours of more than 45 people or exclusive tours can be guided in a language other than French (German, English, Italian). Please fill out the group form here.  
The written and audio comments are available at any time through the SmartGuide app. The languages available with this app are French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, and Portuguese.

Animals

Animals (except for assistance dogs) are not allowed in the Mines.

General Information


​Mines de Sel de Bex

Route des Mines de Sel 55

1880 Bex

info.mines@saline.ch

 +41 24 463 03 30


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