It is a precious habitat, home to both people and wildlife – a place where we can breathe deeply and reconnect with ourselves. And it is exactly this space we want to protect. How, you might ask?
The Villanders mine in the Eisack Valley, with a wide view of the Dolomites, was one of the most important mining areas in Tyrol in the Middle Ages. At that time, silver, galena, copper and much more were mined. The Villanders Culture and Museum Association has carefully restored the mine in recent years. It is now one of the few mines in South Tyrol that is open to visitors.
Guided tours only from April to October on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 and 14:30, Sundays at 10:30 (duration approx. 1.5 h) In July & August additionally on Wednesdays at 10:30 (duration approx. 2 h).
IMPORTANT: arrive at the mine at least 10 minutes in advance!
Individual special tours are available all year round on request.
All prices can be found on the mine's website.
Route
By car approx. 5 km above Villanders, at the "Zilderer Kehre" (large signpost), turn right. After about 500 m there is a small car park. From there it is about 300 m on foot to the mine.
Take bus no. 345 from Klausen via Villanders to the bus stop - Bergwerk. From there it is about 800 m on foot to the entrance.
Useful informations / what to bring
Warm clothes and good shoes required.
Offer description
Helmets and mackintoshes are provided by the mine.
