Adventure Tours Wieliczka
Adventure Tours in Wieliczka
Wieliczka is best known for its salt mine, and the closest thing to an adventure tour is underground. Outdoor options are found in the countryside around the town.
The Miners’ Route
The Miners’ Route starts at the Regis Shaft, plac Kosciuszki 9. It covers about 1.9 km, reaches 101 m and takes 2 to 3 hours. Visitors aged 10 and over wear a helmet and lamp, carry a carbon-monoxide absorber and act as novice miners under a foreman. Tours run in Polish and English.
Tips:
- Arrive 15 minutes early, because late arrivals lose their ticket
- Footwear must enclose the entire foot
- Groups are limited to 20 people, so book online
The Tourist Route
The standard route is guided and takes 2 to 3 hours over about 3.5 km, with about 800 steps in total. The temperature is 17 to 18°C.
Tips:
- Wear comfortable shoes and a light layer
- Bring only a small bag, up to 20 x 20 x 35 cm
- Tours in languages other than Polish and English need an online ticket
Cycling in the Niepolomice Forest
The forest lies about 15 km north-east of Wieliczka and has paved and gravel cycling trails.
Tips:
- Bring water and snacks
- Go by car or local bus
Hiking in Ojcow National Park
Ojcow is about 35 km north-west and has a limestone gorge, Lokietek Cave and Pieskowa Skala Castle. Allow a full day, travel by car, and wear sturdy shoes.