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Grube Samson Mine & Museum

Grube Samson Mine & Museum

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Grube Samson Mine & Museum

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Location: Sankt Andreasberg, Goslar, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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1. Rehberger Graben – Dreibrodesteine loop from Sankt Andreasberg

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2. Rehberger Graben Water Channel – Rehberger Graben loop from Sankt Andreasberg

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3. View of Silberteich – Kellwasser Stream loop from Braunlage

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Peter geologus I.

June 30, 2018

From 1521 to 1910, the Samson mine in Sankt Andreasberg was used to mine mainly silver ore. For a long time, the Samson was one of the deepest mines in the world. Here you will find the world's only still operational "driving art", which is now a recognized international machine monument. Also impressive are the two water wheels, the nine-meter-high sweeping wheel from 1820 and the twelve-meter-high artificial wheel, which is powered by water during the tour, just like it was centuries ago.

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Lothar R. outdoor

June 9, 2020

World Heritage Samson Pit.
From 1521 to 1910 mainly silver ore was mined here. The pit is one of the deepest mines in the world.
Some of the facilities are still in their original condition and are definitely worth a visit!

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Nationalpark Harz

April 29, 2024

Grube Samson - Mining Museum & Adventure Center
Good luck and a warm welcome to Grube Samson! Visit what used to be the deepest mine in the world in St. Andreasberg, the heart of the national park. Experience the last original mining ensemble of the Upper Harz ore mining industry, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Upper Harz Water Management. In addition to the historic water wheels, you will see the last operational "driving art" in the world, a machine monument of outstanding importance. Marvel at our centuries-old sustainable energy generation from hydropower. The highlight in the attached museum is a driving art simulation that you can take part in.

Am Samson 2
37444 Sankt Andreasberg
grube-samson.de

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Location: Sankt Andreasberg, Goslar, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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Grube Samson Mine & Museum

1. Rehberger Graben – Dreibrodesteine loop from Sankt Andreasberg

2. Rehberger Graben Water Channel – Rehberger Graben loop from Sankt Andreasberg

3. View of Silberteich – Kellwasser Stream loop from Braunlage

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