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Feel the mountain!

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Discover real Saarland mining history in the Velsen adventure mine

The Velsen adventure mine not only shows how work was done in the past - here, machines, shields, shearers and conveyor belts still run as they did in active coal mining.

Die historische Dampffördermaschine Gustav 2

Experience industrial culture up close

Visit the Velsen mine with an 800 m route on three levels. Or experience the mine from home in the world's first 3D mine on Google.An exciting adventure for technology fans, families, school classes and anyone who wants to experience real industrial culture up close.

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Guided Tours

Discover the mine in 1.5 to 2 hours - even free of charge with the Saarland Card!

Children's Birthday Party

Children's birthday party underground: adventure, train ride & barbecue fun. 2-hour mining experience for up to 18 people.

Steam Winding Engine

Experience a unique 2,500 hp colossus. The oldest preserved steam hoisting machine in Saar mining.

Dark Tours

Feel the mountain without any light. Only your helmet and head torch will accompany you through the dark corridors.

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Opening hours Guided tours

Saturday & Sunday at 2 pm

Group tours

By appointment, 7 days a week, 9 am to 5 pm

Contact

+49 (0)176 / 56586013 (weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm)

info@erlebnisbergwerkvelsen.de

Address

Erlebnisbergwerk Velsen
Alte Grube Velsen 7
66127 Saarbrücken

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Upcoming Events

Oct 31

Saturday, 31.10. Halloween at Velsen adventure mine Read more

Nov 14

Saturday, 14.11., 14:00 Guided Tour Read more

Nov 07

Saturday, 07.11., 14:00 Guided Tour Read more

Nov 15

Sunday, 15.11., 14:00 Guided Tour Read more

Nov 08

Sunday, 08.11., 14:00 Guided Tour Read more

Nov 21

Saturday, 21.11., 09:00 Photographers' Day Read more

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News

27.10.2026 HALLOWEEN 2026 - Ausverkauft

🎃Ausverkauft! 🎃

Vielen Dank für Euren riesigen Zuspruch! Die Halloweenveranstaltung am Samstag, den 31.10.2026 im Erlebnisbergwerk Velsen ist ausverkauft.

Wir freuen uns schon jetzt auf einen gruseligen Abend mit euch!