The Bochnia Saltmine is Europe’s oldest industrial plant, operated uninterruptedly for 742 years (1248-1990). Today, it is a tourist and spa destination, nicknamed a ‘leisure den’.
Created by salt miners, Bochnia has a lot of attractions to offer to its visitors. At the level of 220 m (722 ft), there is one of the most interesting underground tourist routes. You may expect some unforgettable experience, such as a slide down a 140 meter (460 ft) ramp, once used for transportation of the salt, or a boat trip across a saline-flooded chamber at a level of 230 m (755 ft). A variety of events are held underground, such as film screenings, concerts, theatrical performances, discos. You may also play basketball or take part in an underground relay race.
Bochnia also has an underground spa facility and an underground restaurant. All those with taste for unusual experience may spend a night at the mine’s salt room. It is a great proposal for an extraordinary weekend.
Bochnia Salt Mine, Małopolskie Province, Bochnia District
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