Schwaz Silver Mine

In the Middle Ages, the Schwaz Silver Mine was the largest silver mine in the world. On a 90-minute guided tour, you’ll delve deep into the history of mining, travel 800 metres underground on the mine railway and learn all about the hard life of the miners. Especially in summer, the mine offers a welcome respite from the heat with its constant temperature of 12 °C.

Highlights:  

• Mine train ride 800 metres underground
• 90-minute guided tour through historic tunnels
• Schwaz waterwheel dating from 1556
• Pollen-free air – ideal for people with asthma and allergies
• Dry and cool all year round – perfect in bad weather or during the summer heat

Take the train to Schwaz station, then the Regiobus to the Schwaz Silberbergwerk stop.
Plan your route easily using the VVT Smartride app or VVT route planner.

A12 Inntal motorway, take the Schwaz exit, continue to the Schwaz Silver Mine
car park at the Silver Mine