Caves in Austria

Not far from the town of Hallein, near Salzburg, are salt mines. The Dürnberg Mines, as they are called, are always full of curious tourists from all over the world. Salt has been mined here for a long time — the "white gold" that makes all food so delicious.

The salt mines of Hallstatt were discovered several thousand years ago. The deposits are still exploited today, but the tour only touches on the old ways of extracting salt. A mysterious kingdom opens up in the depths of the mountains. The installations along the way are fascinating and sometimes ...

Once you're in the heart of the Alps — green or snowy (depending on your luck) Tyrol — don't miss a trip to the silver mines of Schwaz. Schwaz is a small town at the foot of the Karwendel mountain range.

The underground lake cave is a delight for adults and children alike. On the way to the destination, tourists will find not one but two lakes and a number of beautiful stone caves, the walls of which hide a multitude of unsolved mysteries.

The entrance to the Hintertux Ice Cave resembles the doors to a mythical hero's home: narrow, winding passages, frozen waterfalls and an underground lake of crystal-clear water await you inside.