Experience the fascinating Salt Mine Tour
Full experience including guided transfer from Salzburg – skip the line!
Salzburg's history is inextricably linked to the "White Gold" – salt – which brought wealth and prosperity to the region for centuries. Immerse yourself in this exciting past and a unique underground adventure on our popular Salt Mine Tour to Berchtesgaden with Salzburg Panorama Tours!
Enjoy the journey: along the Panorama Route
Even the journey from Salzburg to the historic Salt Mine in Berchtesgaden is a pleasure and a significant, scenic part of the tour. As we leave Salzburg and make our way, the route takes us south through the picturesque Salzach Valley. We drive through the impressive mountains around Berchtesgaden, where the famous Eagle’s Nest is located.
Enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding alpine landscape, including the striking Untersberg, which is steeped in legends and myths and marks the border between Austria and Germany. The drive also leads us along the glistening Salzach river and later the idyllic Königsseeache creek, passing through charming Bavarian and Salzburg villages nestled within the appealing landscape before reaching Berchtesgaden.
What makes this tour with Salzburg Panorama Tours so special: An experienced, local tour guide accompanies you throughout the entire bus journey. Your guide shares fascinating facts, historical backgrounds, and local stories about the region, the importance of salt, and the places we pass, on both the Austrian and Bavarian sides. This makes the journey not only comfortable but also an informative and entertaining experience that perfectly prepares you for the visit to the salt mine.
Direct Access to an Unforgettable Underground Experience
Upon arrival at the Salt Mine in Berchtesgaden, the unforgettable underground adventure begins. The best part: With your tickets organised by Salzburg Panorama Tours, you skip the regular waiting lines and can enter the visitor centre directly – no annoying que at the ticket office!
After equipping yourself with the traditional protective clothing of the miners, it's time to go: You'll ride deep into the mysterious mountain on the original mine train.
Inside, exciting insights into the centuries-old work of the miners await you. A special highlight that provides fun and thrills are the long miner's slides, which quickly take you from one level to the next. Deep inside the mountain, you will also cross a magical underground lake by raft, while impressive light installations and narratives bring the hidden world and its history to life. You will learn everything about the formation of salt, the techniques of extraction, and the immense importance that the "White Gold" held for the wealth and prosperity not only of Berchtesgaden but the entire region for centuries.
Why Choose the Salt Mine Tour with Salzburg Panorama Tours?
Our tour offers you an all-inclusive package: comfortable transportation in a modern coach to the impressive Berchtesgaden region, fascinating insights during the journey thanks to your expert guide, and the unique experience within the salt mine itself, where you have direct access without waiting in line thanks to your pre-arranged tickets. We take care of the details so you can enjoy your adventure worry-free.
Ready for this exciting journey into the depths of Salzburg and Bavarian history – completely without waiting times? Learn more about the Salt Mine Tour to Berchtesgaden and book your ticket today directly here on our website.