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Loulé's Rocksalt Mine: Guided Tour

See the amazing geological formations under Loulé at the Rock Salt Mine

Mina de Sal Gema de Loulé
Open today: 09:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 18:00
Provider:
TECH SALT SA
Registered address: Rua de Betunes, 27 R/c, 8100-616, Loulé, PT
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Duration: 2h
Instant ticket delivery
Live guide: English, Portuguese
Smartphone tickets accepted

What's included

Guided tour of Loulé's Rock Salt Mine
Access to the Klaus Zylla exhibition
Protective equipment: helmet, flashlight, and reflective vest
Parking area

Important information

Comfortable clothing and shoes, preferably closed, are recommended.
  • Join Fininho, the mine's mascot, and his friend Salty in an underground adventure - a great addition to your holiday in the Portuguese Algarve
  • Discover the history of the rock salt mine and admire million years old geological formations 230 meters depth under the city of Loulé
  • Learn about the evolution of rock salt mining processes on a 1.3 kilometer walking tour inside the mine

Deep under the city of Loulé lies Techsalt's Rock Salt Mine. This rocky-road tour might become the most memorable part of your trip to the sun-kissed Algarve.

Travel over 200 metres down, deep into the Portuguese underground with your guides, Fininho and Salty, the mine's mascots, and your small group. Discover geological formations that are millions of years old, and learn about the history of the mining industry in Loulé, the changing mining processes and the evolution of the machinery used in this still-active mine.

The temperature in the mine stays stable all-year-round, at around 23 - 24 degrees Celsius. So you can explore 1.3 km of the galleries and chambers in comfort, with the help and interpretation of a guide. You'll learn all about the geological and industrial importance and applicability of rock salt.

Finally, enjoy the art dedicated to Saint Barbara, patron saint of miners and other arts, through the colorful exhibition by contemporary artist Klaus Zylla.

  • Show your ticket to the guide at the meeting point (R. Combatentes da Grande Guerra, 80)
  • Please note there is a parking area available as you enter in the mining park, on your left side
Mina de Sal Gema de Loulé
Friday 09:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 18:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Monday 09:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 18:00
Thursday Closed
Loulé's Rocksalt Mine
80 Rua Combatentes da Grande Guerra, 8100-616, Loulé
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  • Cancellation is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit.

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Nick,  Portugal Portugal
19 Dec 2023
Excellent
A great experience with a knowledgeable guide, Alex, who as an active miner could answer all our questions. Well worth a visit to see what going on 240 metres under your feet.
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Corrina ,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
02 Apr 2024
Excellent
Excellent. Very interesting totally enho6the experience
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Simon,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
20 Feb 2024
Excellent
Excellent great tour
Loulé's Rocksalt Mine Tour

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