WIELICZKA SALT MINE

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is an excellent place to explore on your visit to Krakow. Being used as a salt mine for centuries together from now, the Salt Mine is also one of the popular Krakow attractions. Its crazy labyrinths, depths, rock and salt formations are simply delightful to explore. 

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most visited tourist destinations of Krakow, known and being used for centuries together as a major salt mine. Its crazy labyrinths, rock formation, depths and mineral deposits are what attracts people to explore one of the most unique Krakow attractions.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is a must see place in Krakow, located in Wieliczka in Poland which is filled with secrets and legends. It is a huge salt mine, with only 2% of it being accessible through the routes, and the rest mostly remaining untouched. It has around 9 levels and galleries, which have been estimated to be as long as 245 km. The history of these mines dates back to the Neolithic era, and when it was found in the Middle Ages, it was named the Magnum Sal.

One of the most striking things about this mine is the naturally-present salt mine labyrinths, which might tempt you to explore them. The Crystal Grottoes, are also a naturally formed attraction, and resemble the treasure land of fairytales. Moreover, you can find spectacular natural chambers occurring in the depth of the mines, which are more than 2,000 in number. At the Graduation Tower, you’ll find an amazing ambience to simply unwind and meditate, with smooth and natural sounds in the background. 

Highlights

• Visit the Wieliczka Salt mine, a naturally occurring salt mine which has been producing sodium chloride since the early ages.
• Take a tour of this place and learn about its 9 levels and galleries which are as long as 245 km, mostly inaccessible. 
• Take delight in exploring and admiring the stunning rock formations, which come in spectacular shapes and sizes. 
• Visit the Crystal Grottoes, which possess some really great natural formations which resemble treasureland. 
• At the Graduation Tower, relax and meditate in an excellent ambience of tranquillity and blissfulness.