Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 71 out of 73 hikers
Location: Zschopau, Erzgebirgskreis, Saxony, Germany
Very busy place as it can be reached very quickly by everyone. The garbage problem persists
January 2, 2022
The search for silver in the mining town of Zschopau was not particularly successful in comparison to other mining towns in the Ore Mountains. But today it is an amazing witness from the Middle Ages.
The pit, which is an ancillary facility of the "Holy Trinity" treasure trove, is one of the smaller visitor mines with around 250m of secured guideways. But it is precisely the fact that it reflects medieval silver mining in an unadulterated manner and remained free of the influence of the uranium ore mining of the SDAG "Wismut" that makes it so interesting.In the approx. 45-minute guided tour you will learn a lot of interesting facts about mining, geology, mineralogy and traditions of the Ore Mountains. In addition, there is the possibility of using the above-ground facilities of the association for celebrations or meetings. Among other things, the Huthaus with space for up to 25 people and the barbecue area are available.You can get an overview of the far-reaching facilities of the former old mine on the mining educational trail or on the smaller route "Wurzelweg und Altbergbau". Have fun and good luck!
January 12, 2023
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