Visuel tellure 2018

THE ALSATIAN SILVER MINE 1549

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OPENING ON SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2025

Seasonal opening from spring break until All Saints’ Day,

from Tuesday to Sunday
10 am to 6 pm continuously

(Open July and August 7 days a week from 10am to 7pm)

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Our caving and Via ferrata activities must be booked directly on tellure.fr
these activities are available during closure periods!

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Tellure is a contemporary complex, completely covered, housing a panoramic cinema, an optical theater, an audio-guided museum exhibition, a shop, and a bar with light refreshments.
All built on an authentic 16th-century silver mine, the Saint Jean Engelsbourg mine.

 

FAQ
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Is the underground tour accompanied by a guide?

Yes, the tour of the mine is conducted in French by a guide. It is possible for them to lead bilingual tours in English or German, depending on numbers.

From what age can children go into the mine?

There is no minimum age. The only requirement is that children must be able to wear a helmet (helmets must be worn regardless of age), walk for 1 hour (800 metres), and/or be carried in a baby carrier (worn on an adult’s chest only).

Is a helmet required?

Yes, this is mandatory throughout the tour. Disposable liners are provided with helmets.

Is any special equipment required?

No special equipment is required. Just bring closed, waterproof shoes and a jacket/fleece (10° in the mine).

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 2 hours in total: 1 hour for the museum area and 1 hour for the guided tour in the mine galleries.

Is the site open continuously?

Yes, Tellure is open between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. and offers light meals and snacks.

What is included in the museum tour?

An audio-guided museum area, a panoramic cinema, and an optical theatre.

Do you need to book?

Not for the classic tour of the mine.
Yes, for groups of more than 10 people.
Yes, for caving tours and the Via ferrata.
Yes, for the escape room.

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Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10h to 18h without interruption.

contact us at
03 89 49 98 30

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