Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
CountryGermany
RegionBavaria
Year Opened1517
Size/Depth600 m deep
MineralSalt
About Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
Features an underground salt lake that visitors cross by boat. The mine train carries visitors into the mountain. Wooden slides connect levels. In continuous operation for over 500 years. Located near Hitlers Eagles Nest.
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