Welcome To The Historic Silver Mine In Tarnowskie Gry

Earlier this month, UNESCO added 21 new sites to its World Heritage list, among them the Historic Silver Mine in Tarnowskie Góry, southern Poland. According to the organisation “Tarnowskie Góry represents a significant contribution to the global production of lead and zinc.” Here’s what you should know before visiting.

A brief history

Located in Silesia region of Poland, Tarnowskie Góry was once one of the main mining areas in Central Europe. Since the lead-ores available in the region contain a considerable admixture of silver, the region grew quickly and was of great strategic importance. In 1526, Duke of Opole John II granted Tarnowskie Góry the status of an independent mining town. The mining activity continued until 1912 when the extraction stopped due to resource shortage.

What to see

Practical information

During July and August, the mine is open from 10am – 4pm on weekdays and from 9am to 5pm on the weekends. During the rest of the year, the opening hours are from 9am till 3pm.
Upon arrival, visitors are joined by a local guide who accompanies them inside. The whole tour lasts roughly 90 minutes. The museum is wheelchair accessible and offers sightseeing tours in English, German, Russian, Czech or French, but those interested should make a reservation ahead of time.
It is also worth remembering that the temperature under the ground is around 10 degrees Celsius year round, so it may be a good idea to take some warmer clothes.

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