The “Röhrigschacht” is one of the few historic mines which provide an operational man-hoist shaft.
The Röhrigschacht in Wettelrode is one of the few show mines where you can still experience a real rope ride. Using the oldest steel shaft winding frame in operation in Germany and the original winding machine, guests travel 283m underground in the pit cage to the mine train. This takes them approx. 1000m further into a former mining field, where the history of copper slate mining can be experienced in a unique and original way! The extremely low excavations of 40 and 80cm respectively give a good idea of the difficult working conditions of the miners.
The 825-year history of Mansfeld copper slate mining is presented in the above-ground museum.
In addition to the standard 75-minute guided tours, 4 - 8-hour underground tours of the old mine and the chimneys offer unforgettable and exciting impressions.
The ErlebnisZentrum Bergbau Röhrigschacht Wettelrode will be closed to visitors from January 12 to January 30, 2026 inclusive.
This is due to inspection work and further training measures.
All special tours at weekends will nevertheless take place as planned.
Regular opening will resume on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
The 825-year history of Mansfeld copper slate mining is presented in the above-ground museum.
In addition to the standard 75-minute guided tours, 4 - 8-hour underground tours of the old mine and the chimneys offer unforgettable and exciting impressions.
The ErlebnisZentrum Bergbau Röhrigschacht Wettelrode will be closed to visitors from January 12 to January 30, 2026 inclusive.
This is due to inspection work and further training measures.
All special tours at weekends will nevertheless take place as planned.
Regular opening will resume on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
