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Adventure mine Monteneve/Schneeberg in Val Passiria
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The adventure mine
Monteneve - the highest located mine in Europe
In 1237, the Monteneve mountain was named for the first time. At an altitude of 2.000 to 2.500 metres above sea level, you will not only find Europe's highest located mine but also the most important lead and zinc mine of Tyrol. More than 150 kilometres of tunnels and pits, which are in part still passable today, speak about the history of this mine which flourished in the 15th Century and had up to 1,00 miners employed. The Monteneve mountain outdoor conveyor system is with a length of 27 kilometres the longest in the world.
The adventure mine "Monteneve" is a witness to Tyrolean history and transports the visitors right back in time. Half-day and full-day guided tours, trips on the mine train into the tunnels, a museum with show room, a refuge ... all of these are fascinating possibilities below and above ground.
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Guided tours
The little adventure tour
"Himmelreich" daily (except Monday) from 13.00 at Schneeberg: exhibition room, coinage, stroll through the miner's settlement, short visit of the tunnel "Himmelreich" (1 1/2 - 2 hours, 100m of height difference), Booking required.
Long Tour
Only on Saturdays when booked 2 days in advance, minimum 10 people. Adventure through the whole mining area with trip down the mine. Ascent over Seemoos to Schneeberg, lunch, show room, Schneeberg mine, descent to Poschhaus gallery, 3.5 km trip on train, ascent to Sohle 2060 m, 2.5 km walk to the historical Karl gallery, descent.
Each participant receives boots, coat, helmet and lamp. Start at 8.30 and end at 18.30 at the Schneeberg Bridge. 1100 m difference in altitude.
