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.
Note:
From November 10 up to and including November 23, 2025, track construction work and other inspection and repair work will be carried out in the Wettelrode Röhrig shaft.
During this time, visitors will not be able to enter the mine or take guided tours underground.
The mining museum above ground and the Bergmannsklause (with snacks) will remain open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.
From November 26, 2025, the ErlebnisZentrum Bergbau Röhrigschacht Wettelrode will be fully open again for visitors above and below ground from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.
We ask for your understanding.
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.
Note:
From November 10 up to and including November 23, 2025, track construction work and other inspection and repair work will be carried out in the Wettelrode Röhrig shaft.
During this time, visitors will not be able to enter the mine or take guided tours underground.
The mining museum above ground and the Bergmannsklause (with snacks) will remain open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.
From November 26, 2025, the ErlebnisZentrum Bergbau Röhrigschacht Wettelrode will be fully open again for visitors above and below ground from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.
We ask for your understanding.
