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Discover Real Saarland Mining History at Velsen Experience Mine

At Velsen Experience Mine, we show more than just old work methods. Machines, shields, cutting rolls, and conveyor belts still run like in active coal mining.
Ein Bergmann mit Presslufthammer
Die historische Dampffördermaschine Gustav 2
3 Bergleute im Streb
Das Verwaltungsgebäude der Grube Velsen
Laufkatze mit Bergarbeiter
Ein Bergmann im Stollen neben einer Lok
Eine Grubenbahn
Ein Förderturm mit Maschinengebäude
Ein historischer Stollen

Experience Industrial Culture Up Close

Visit the Velsen Mine with 800 m of tunnels on 3 levels. Or explore the mine from home with the world's first 3D mine on Google. An exciting adventure for tech fans, families, school classes, and anyone who wants to experience real industrial culture.

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Experience the Mine

Guided Tour
Discover the mine in 1.5 to 2 hours - free with Saarland Card!
Children's Birthday
Birthday party underground: Adventure, train ride & grill fun. 2 hours of mine experience for up to 18 people.
Hoisting Machine
Experience a unique 2,500-HP giant. The oldest preserved steam hoisting machine in Saar mining.
Dark Tours
Feel the mountain with no light. Only your helmet lamp guides you through dark tunnels.
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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
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Nov 21
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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!
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Did you know?
In the past, miners took canaries with them as lifesavers. Dangerous gases like carbon monoxide are undetectable to humans. If the bird stopped singing or collapsed, the miners knew: Get out immediately!
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