Salina Praid Day Trip: Explore Salt Mine and Sovata from Brasov
Brașov
Descend 300 steep steps into the heart of Salina Praid, a salt mine in Transylvania. Explore the underground town and experience the highly ionized air, perfect for respiratory treatments.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Salina Praid - Salt Mine - With an elliptical shape, the field has a diameter of 1.2-1.4 km and a depth of 2,700 meters, with reserves of nearly 500 years, a real treasure for the Transylvanian economy. Massive salt exploitations left large subterranean gaps, where a salt microclimate with relatively constant temperatures, between 14-16 0C, low humidity 66-70% and higher pressure than the average surface of 735- 738 mmHg.
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • entrance fee
Additional Information

Possessing an oval outline, the field spans a diameter of 1.2-1.4 km and an impressive depth of 2,700 meters. With reserves that could potentially last upwards of 500 years, it’s an invaluable gem for the Transylvanian economy. Extensive salt mining has left vast underground cavities, featuring a unique microclimate of somewhat steady temperatures within 14-16 0C, lower humidity levels of 66-70%, and a pressure marginally higher than the 735-738 mmHg average surface level.

Salina Praid

Entry into the salt mine requires navigating down 300 precipitous steps, revealing a veritable subterranean city situated 120 meters below the surface.

Deep within the confines of the salt mountain, visitors journey by bus through a tunnel spanning 1,500 meters, before descending 300 steep steps into the salt mine. Immerse yourself in a wondrous subterranean town, nestled 120 meters below the surface. The heavily ionized air proves highly beneficial for mitigating respiratory ailments. Treatments are conducted under the vigilant guidance of a medical team, who also facilitate gymnastics and breathing routines.

Location
Hotel Casa Wagner Brașov
Piața Sfatului
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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