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Fortuna Open-Pit Mine (Geoworld Fortuna Association)

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    October 16, 2022

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    Until 1929 the Fortuna pit was open pit. After that, the open-cast mining was stopped due to sales difficulties. In 1920, for example, 580 tons were mined with 4 workers, while in the heyday, e.g. 1897, 6,446 tons were mined with 30 workers.
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    Impressive to look into the depths where the arduous ore mining "above ground" was once made.
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    1. Obersteigerhaus Grube Fortuna – Grube Fortuna Visitor Mine loop from Zechenhaus

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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