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It is a true pearl of 19th-century engineering, a place that shaped the industrial character of the region. Its history dates back to 1791, when Zabrze became one of the most important hard coal mining centres in Upper Silesia.
The largest facility of its kind in Europe
The complex includes the workings of the Queen Louise Mine and the Main Key Hereditary Adit. The Adit combines education with adventure, offering an unforgettable experience for both children and adults. Immerse yourself in the depths of history as you stroll through historic corridors or take a unique boat trip through the underground channels of the Adit. It’s an extraordinary adventure for adults and children alike.
See the largest Mining Machinery Park in Europe! Learn how real equipment was used in mining works and experience the atmosphere of authentic mine.
Queen Louise Adit
Chain Bath
The Chain Bath building houses the ticket offices of the Queen Louise Adit complex and a shop. There are modern rooms for conferences, meetings and events. The excursion routes listed below begin here.
Take a magical boat trip through the underground city. An unforgettable adventure awaits you here in Europe’s oldest coal underground.
Take part in the Europe’s longest underground boat trip. Be amazed by the atmosphere of the beautifully illuminated corridors. Feel the power of the four elements. Experience the heat of fire and the energy of water first-hand. Experience an unforgettable encounter with legendary underground inhabitants and marvel at the greenery of Adit’s ferns. Listen to the sounds of dripping water in absolute silence – just outside the busy city centre!
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We will tell you about a time when the landscape on the ground looked completely different from what you see today! You will learn how the Industrial Revolution impacted the lives of ordinary people and you will discover a history that changed the lives of millions.
Working underground was never easy, but imagine being there without light, without proper clothing, and without all the equipment you can picture around you nowadays! We will show you extraordinary places, reveal many secrets, and finally take you to an area where you can hear the mine come alive! We will take you to surprising places—like the underground port. These are stunning locations where illuminated underground arches can surely steal your heart, and historic sites where people once worked hard. And finally? An unforgettable ride on the underground mining railway.
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Become a mining superhero!
An unforgettable adventure in the Carnall Zone waits for you.
The Rescue Mission is a ready-made recipe for a family afternoon, great fun and learning in an industrial space filled with puzzles to solve. With a map under your arm, you gain secret knowledge about mining superheroes. You must be vigilant, attentive and brave – like any mine rescuer. Try putting on your rescue apparatus and seeing if you can move around… Discover the meaning of mysterious mining signals and try your hand at climbing to the very top of the shaft tower, from which you can even see the mountains during a good weather!
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Queen Louise Adit
Mine
The mine was part of the industrial heart of Upper Silesia and its origins date back to the 19th century. Today it is an excellent example of a historic mine whose infrastructure has been transformed into a touristic and educational space. The excursion routes listed below begin here.
A visit to the underground world of machine is a proposition aimed primarily at families with children. Actually, do you know a toddler who wouldn’t like go to a real, hidden underground magical place?!
The Underground World of Machines is a journey where steel giants weighing up to 22 tons arouse true delight – and the „WOW” effect! Here, you can board the iconic “Karlik” mining train—a ride that instantly wins hearts—and immerse yourself in an atmosphere steeped in mystery. After all, going underground is always a surprise… You might also encounter the Treasurer—the legendary spirit of the mine. But be warned: not everyone gets to see him. They say you have to earn the privilege.
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The Queen Louise Adit offers educational programs for various age groups that cover the history of mining, technologies used in mines, and safety at work. Lessons are tailored to the needs of school groups and other visitors.
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Park 12C
Park 12C is a modern outdoor exhibition that addresses topics related to the four elements and alternative energy, created primarily for school groups and families with children. The Park contains various types of educational and entertainment facilities, including a water world (with locks, turbines, dams, weirs), a meteorological mast, a large labyrinth with a wall layout reminiscent of the chemical structure of coal, a searchers’ ditch with a replica of a shallow shaft, Morse code communication stations, a huge lens that acts as a solar lighter, and a Camera Obscura – a prototype camera inside a darkroom.
For the youngest, a “Bajtel Gruba” (literally “Kids mine”) programme has been prepared. It is an alternative to the traditional sandbox playground, organized in a mining arrangement. This a playful on the ground replica of the mining facilities, also those from underground, in a mini version.
Park 12C also has a relaxation part with barbecue areas. It contains 11 shelters with grills, benches, tables and a food court – for over 200 people.
The facility is open seasonally.
History of the Queen Louise Mine
In 1791, the oldest state-owned Royal mine was established, which supplied fuel to the steelworks…
Step deep into the earth and discover the fascinating world of the Guido Mine, where mining history comes to life in spectacular way! Descend to a depth of 320 meters underground, traversing a maze of corridors that holds secrets „of a black gold”.
A mine “full of ideas”
Guido Mine is not only a raw beauty and an authentic mining experience – it is a place full of emotions that will take your breath away! Every underground tourist route in the Guido Mine is a perfect combination of education and entertainment. Come to see, touch and feel what the life was like in the undergrounds. Discover yourself why these routes attract thousands of tourists every year! At level 320 meters underground, the world’s deepest Pub is located, and at level 170 meters underground you will discover a Saint Barbara Chapel.
You will descend to a depth of 320 meters underground, which is equivalent to 100 floors down, and discover the everyday life of miners. Walking through the corridors, you will see combine harvesters in operation and learn the secrets of working in the most difficult conditions. The route also includes an unforgettable ride on the only suspended electric railway in Poland.
Guido Mine
Mine
In the Guido Mine, located at ul. 3 Maja 93 in Zabrze, there are ticket offices and the Info Point from where the tour of this historic building begins.
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Don’t just imagine it—experience with all your senses what working underground was really like. Here, you’ll take a mining elevator (“szola”) traveling at 4 m/s down to the 320-meter level and walk through corridors that are usually hidden from view. Wondering if 320 meters is deep? Just picture the Eiffel Tower! It’s like looking down from its very peak. This is where you’ll see mining machines in action, ride a suspended electric railway, and taste a traditional Silesian sandwich in the lowest-situated pub in all of Europe.
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You won’t hear such silence anywhere else. You won’t see such darkness even on the darkest night. Be brave and take the mining elevator (szola), taking you almost 120 stories down. Reach the harshest corners of the mine, where until recently only professional miners had access. March in their footsteps through a maze of black corridors. And at the end of the endeavour – as a reward for your effort – the miners’ railway will take you straight to an underground Pub for a portion of Silesian delicacies.
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In short: a highest dose of adrenaline in the lowest challenge room in Europe.
Participation in the Underground Miners’ Shift is a real individual test, deep down in a real coal mine. What will happen? You will put on the underground work clothes, „gummy boots” and helmets with headlamps. You will descend with shola (mining elevator) to the deepest and darkest underground corridors. Lower down, only professional miners have access! In the dim light of the headlamps you will obbey the foreman’s orders. At his command, you will carry pipelines weighing several dozen kilograms, install conveyor belts, and build a ventilation lute.
This is an adventure only for strongest and most persistent. Allowed for visitors 18+.
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Bar located 320 meters underground. It is the deepest pub in Europe, offering a unique mining-style experience. The Pub on the 320-metre level in the Guido Mine is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:45 p.m., with the last exit at 7:15 p.m.
The Pub is closed on Mondays.
Eating at the Pub costs 10 PLN per person. Reservations are not necessary.
It’s a culture & business zone. It is here, at the 320-meter level, that revitalized mining chambers are located, arranged for a variety of cultural and commercial events. Numerous attractions await visitors passionate of concerts, theatre performances or… dance parties.
The Guido Mine is also an excellent place for organizing meetings and corporate events, and through its extensive event offerings, it enables team building on the highest (while actually lowest-situated) level!
Located 170 meters underground and dedicated to Saint Barbara. The Chapel characterizes by beautiful stained glass windows and sculptures. It hosts religious celebrations. To participate in the underground service, please reserve your place in advance by calling +48 32 271 40 77.
It is also worth noting that the St. Barbara Level is not accessible during standard tours and can only be visited on special occasions, such as holidays or religious events.
History of the Guido Mine
In 1855 Count Guido Henckel von Donnersmarck, a magnate and industrialist, founded a hard coal mine in Zabrze. The mine was named after him – „Guido”…
Carnall Zone
Carnall Zone, located at ul. Wolności 408 in Zabrze, is a unique place that combines the rich history of mining with education, culture and entertainment. This industrial space, part of the former Queen Louise Mine, offers many attractions for both technology enthusiasts and families looking for an extraordinary experience.
A Carnall Zone – different from all
The Carnall Zone is the perfect place to explore the mining heritage. Within the Carnall Zone there are, among others: Carnall shaft tower, 31.5 metres high with a viewing point, the oldest operating steam engine in Europe. The Zone regularly hosts cultural events such as concerts and festivals, while is also offering a space to relax in an industrial setting.
In the historic buildings, visitors can view exhibitions dedicated to the history of the Queen Louise Mine, mine electrification and lighting, mining risks and hazards, or the mine rescue operations. A 19th-century steam engine is regularly operated during demonstrations—a fascinating spectacle for any technology enthusiast.
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Carnall Zone
The Carnall Zone, part of the Queen Louise Adit complex, is located in the interior of the site, just behind the Chain Bath building, adjacent to the sports facility – “Hala Pogoń”. It is accessible via a footbridge and car parking is available on the premises.
It houses a multimedia exhibition on mine hazards and mining rescuing technics.
There is a working, over 100-year-old steam engine from 1915, one of the oldest in Europe.
It presents the history of the Queen Louise Mine, with a central exhibit in the form of an electric reciprocating compressor from 1936.
It includes an exhibition dedicated to the history of underground lighting, from tallow muzzles to modern electric lamps.
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Chaim Bath
This route offers a tour of historic mine workings, showcasing the development of mining techniques over the years.
The tour includes a unique boat trip through the underground corridors of the Adit, allowing you to learn about the history and functioning of this type of facilities.
By following the daily route taken by every mine worker, you will learn how the preparations for descending underground are carried out and how long they take. You will discover what essential equipment is required for work in the mine, as well as the names—and the functions hidden behind the enigmatic-sounding names—of the various buildings.
The oldest working steam engine in Europe
The Zabrze steam engine from 1915, built by Eisenhütte Prinz Rudolph in Dülmen, is one of the most valuable monuments of mining technology in Poland. It is the only steam engine of this type still in operation, presented as a museum exhibit in Poland. It operated the 503-metre-deep Carnall shaft in the mine „Queen Louise”, allowing persons and excavated coal to be transported at a speed of 10 m/s. This machine, with a power of 2,000 HP, testifies to the impressive development of steam technology, which revolutionized mining and industry in Silesia. It delights visitors by its history and ways it operates.
street. Wolności 408 – Carnall Shaft Engine Room
Coal Mining Museum
The headquarters of the Coal Mining Museum in Zabrze is a revitalized building that combines historical character with modern functionality. It is part of an integrated complex of mining attractions. The building consists of historic Stained Glass Room, banquet halls, exhibition spaces, as well as modern digitization and conservation workshops.
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An example of exceptional modernization
The building of the former District Office was the headquarters of the Coal Mining Museum in Zabrze in the years 1979-2013. Currently, after institutional connection with other mining tourist attractions (the Historic „Guido” Mine, Queen Louise Adit) is one of the sites integrated whole. The building has an interesting history related to our city and interesting architecture. As part of the revitalization, the historic staircase, the unique fireplace room and the unique stained glass room were restored, attracting attention with their historic charm.
The building also houses the director’s representative office, buffet space, office space, and the Mining Documentation Hub. The facility is equipped with conservation workshops where precise analyses and repairs of exhibits can be carried out. There was also no shortage of space for digitizing the collections, which allows them to be made available in digital form and thus increases accessibility for researchers and visitors from around the world.
Coal Mining Museum
Mining Documentation Hub
Following the merger of the Coal Mining Museum with other mining-related tourist attractions – such as the Guido Historic Mine and the Queen Louise Adit – the Hub forms an integral part of the museum complex.
At the heart of our cultural heritage preservation mission is one of the most advanced digitisation laboratories in Europe. The use of laser scanning, drone recording and extensive photography aims to accurately document historical monuments and mine areas. This process captures every detail, creating accurate digital replicas of the structures being digitized. The Mining Documentation Hub collects and provides access to unique archival materials related to the history of coal mining in Silesia. Given the modern digitization technologies, researchers and enthusiasts have access to a wide range of documents, photographs, and maps, enabling comprehensive study of the region’s industrial heritage.
In modern conservation workshops, specialists conduct precise analyses and renovations of mining-related exhibits. Equipped with advanced tools and technologies, it allows the preservation and reconstruction of the original state of monuments, which is crucial for their further presentation and scientific research.
The stained glass room, which was the former meeting room of the District Office, impresses with its neo-Gothic decoration with polychrome vaults and original stained glass windows. After a major renovation, it has been restored to its former glory, making it an ideal venue for conferences, meetings and concerts, which gain a unique atmosphere thanks to its historical architectural details.
Spacious exhibition rooms allow for the presentation of both permanent and temporary exhibitions related to the history and culture of mining. Thanks to their flexible layout and modern lighting, these spaces are adapted to a variety of presentation forms, from traditional exhibitions to multimedia installations.
The director’s representative office, preserving the original design elements, serves as a meeting place with guests and partners of the institution. Its elegant interior highlights the prestige and historical importance of the building, creating the right atmosphere for official talks and negotiations.
The restored banquet hall offers space for various events such as banquets, celebrations and corporate meetings. Its stylish interior, combining historical details with modern amenities, provides a unique setting for any event, and gives attendees an unforgettable experience.
Right next to the banquet hall there is an elegant café space connected with a lobby. This stylish venue, with a modern design, offers comfortable, soft armchairs and padded seats at the elegant, illuminated bar.
History of the facility
The building of the former district office in Zabrze, built in 1874 and expanded in 1906 by the Berlin architect Arnold Hartmann, served as the main seat of the Coal Mining Museum in 1979–2013. Today, after being combined with other mining tourist attractions such as the Historic Guido Mine and the Queen Louise Adit, it forms an integral part of the museum complex…
Water Tower
Stunning already by its shape and architectural style. From its top there is a panoramic view of Silesia. The interior accommodates an interactive CARBONEUM educational exhibition, workshop rooms and an avant-garde restaurant.
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History, science and panorama of Silesia in one place
A true gem of industrial architecture, it is also a modern educational and exhibition centre. There are interactive exhibitions presenting techniques related to waterworks and industry, as well as a viewing space with a beautiful panorama of Zabrze. The water tower in Zabrze, built in 1909 according to the design of architect August Kind and construction counsellor Friedrich Loose, is an impressive example of industrial architecture.
It’s a unique place for the whole family, where everyone find something interesting – from fascinating exhibitions, through a relaxation in the restaurant, to stunning views. At the top of the tower there is a viewing platform from which there is an incredible panorama of the entire Zabrze, the surrounding cities of Silesia, and in good weather – even of the mountains Beskids.
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Water Tower
The Carbon Knowledge Centre is a modern exhibition combining the functions of a science hub and a classic educational exhibition. “The carbon found on Earth, from which e.g. our bodies are made, was created billions of years ago in the core of a certain star…’’ – these are the words of the introduction that invite you to experience a shared adventure while exploring a world full of carbon – especially as a natural element.
A unique restaurant located on top of the historic Water Tower in Zabrze. It is a place that combines culinary finesse with an extraordinary atmosphere of industrial heritage, offering not only delicious dishes but also a breath-taking view. The restaurant’s menu combines modern inspiration with traditional Silesian cuisine. Dishes are prepared with the highest quality ingredients, and with attention to every detail.
It includes an exhibition dedicated to the history of underground lighting, from tallow muzzles to modern electric lamps.
CARBONEUM
The CARBONEUM exhibition is a modern exhibition that combines elements of a classic educational exhibition with interactive attractions straight from a science center.
CARBONEUM
Wystawa CARBONEUM to nowoczesna ekspozycja, która łączy elementy klasycznej edukacyjnej wystawy z interaktywnymi atrakcjami rodem z centrum nauki.
Main Warehouse of Museum Collection
The Guild Hall, which is a former industrial facility, has undergone a comprehensive revitalization and been transformed into a modern warehouse for the collections of the Coal Mining Museum in Zabrze, exemplifying the harmonious combination of industrial tradition with modern technological solutions.
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An example of exceptional modernization
Originally a key part of the structure of the mining facility, the building has undergone a careful adaptation that has taken into account both its historical architectural values and the requirements of modern museology. It is equipped with advanced storage systems, including height-adjustable shelving, mobile storage cabinets and special rooms for storing delicate materials such as documents, textiles and photographs.
To ensure optimal conditions for the conservation of the collections, modern ventilation and air conditioning systems have been installed, which maintain constant temperature and humidity levels, minimizing the risk of degradation of the exhibits. Additionally, environmental monitoring systems have been introduced that continuously record microclimate parameters, enabling immediate response in the event of their deviations.
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Main Warehouse of our Collection
This is where the most valuable exhibits, documents and artifacts related to the history of mining are stored, enabling their proper conservation and protection for future generations.
The Guild Hall, which is the main storage facility for the collections of the Coal Mining Museum in Zabrze, plays a key role in preserving and presenting the region’s mining heritage. The revitalization of this historic building not only protects the museum’s collections, but also enriches the Museum’s educational and cultural offerings, contributing to the popularization of knowledge about Zabrze’s mining heritage.
The interior of the Guild Hall was designed with the highest standards of museum storage in mind. Modern climate control systems have been used to maintain the optimal temperature and humidity necessary to preserve sensitive materials. Specialized shelving and storage systems ensure safe and efficient storage of exhibits of various sizes and shapes. Additionally, advanced security systems protect collections from potential threats such as theft or damage. All these solutions ensure that the mining heritage is not only preserved, but also accessible to researchers and visitors in the best possible conditions.
Historia Cechowni
Cechownia była niegdyś kluczowym miejscem w strukturze kopalni, pełniąc funkcję hali, w której górnicy zbierali się przed zjazdem pod ziemię i po powrocie na powierzchnię. Była to przestrzeń spotkań, odpraw oraz uroczystości górniczych, stanowiąca istotny element codziennego życia pracowników kopalni
Park 12C
Plenerowa, edukacyjno-rekreacyjna wystawa Park 12C to część kompleksu Sztolni Królowa Luiza, zlokalizowana w okolicy szybu Wilhelmina przy ulicy Mochnackiego 12. Park stanowi przestrzeń, w której dzieci i młodzież mogą w atrakcyjny sposób poznać zagadnienia związane z żywiołami ziemskimi, technikami wydobywania węgla i energią w przyrodzie. Głównym zamysłem parku jest interakcja, aktywna nauka i zabawa, a także wypoczynek w strefie grillowej.
Park czterech żywiołów
Park 12C to nowoczesna plenerowa wystawa, która nawiązuje do zagadnień związanych z czterema żywiołami i energią alternatywną, powstała przede wszystkim z myślą o grupach szkolnych i rodzinach z dziećmi. Na terenie Parku znajdują się różnego rodzaju urządzenia edukacyjno-rozrywkowe, m.in. świat wodny (ze śluzami, turbinami, tamami, jazami), wielki labirynt nawiązujący układem ścianek do budowy chemicznej węgla.
Tutaj jest też stanowisko do komunikacji z użyciem alfabetu Morse’a, olbrzymia soczewka, pełniąca funkcję słonecznej zapalniczki czy Camera Obscura – prototyp aparatu fotograficznego z ciemnią fotograficzną. Dla najmłodszych przygotowana została Bajtel Gruba – alternatywa dla tradycyjnej piaskownicy, w górniczej aranżacji, czyli podziemno-naziemna kopalnia w wersji mini.
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Park 12C
To przestrzeń na powierzchni, gdzie znajdują się wystawy związane z przemysłem węglowym oraz technologią. Zwiedzający mogą zobaczyć maszyny, narzędzia oraz inne elementy wykorzystywane w dawnych kopalniach, a także odpocząć w przyjemnym otoczeniu.
Edukacyjno-rozrywkowy park tematyczny idealny dla rodzin z dziećmi. Park oferuje także liczne atrakcje plenerowe, jak snowtubing czy tematyczne place zabaw.
Znajdziesz tu interaktywne instalacje, które tłumaczą działanie podstawowych praw fizyki i techniki.
Sztolnia Królowa luiza
Kopalnia
Kopalnia była częścią przemysłowego serca Górnego Śląska, a jej początki sięgają XIX wieku. Dziś stanowi doskonały przykład historycznej kopalni, której infrastruktura została przekształcona w przestrzeń edukacyjną i turystyczną. Rozpoczynają się tu wymienione poniżej trasy wycieczkowe.
Trasa ukazuje unikalną kolekcję maszyn wykorzystywanych w dawnych kopalniach. Zwiedzający mają okazję zobaczyć zabytkowe urządzenia i poznać historię technologii, które rewolucjonizowały przemysł górniczy na przestrzeni lat.
Bilet na Podziemną Przygodę
Sztolnia Królowa Luiza oferuje programy edukacyjne dla różnych grup wiekowych, które obejmują tematykę historii górnictwa, technologii używanych w kopalniach oraz bezpieczeństwa pracy. Lekcje są dostosowane do potrzeb grup szkolnych i innych odwiedzających.
Bilet na Podziemną Przygodę
Park Techniki Wojskowej
Park Militarny – prawdziwa gratka dla miłośników wojska. Teren utrzymany w stylu jednostki wojskowej prezentuje imponującą kolekcję oryginalnego sprzętu wojskowego,
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Przykład wyjątkowej modernizacji
Park Techniki Wojskowej to tematyczny park położony w bezpośrednim sąsiedztwie kompleksu edukacyjnego. Zajęcia prowadzone w Parku Techniki Wojskowej w ciekawy sposób przybliżają zagadnienia związane z historią, przysposobieniem obronnym i edukacją dla bezpieczeństwa.
Dodatkową atrakcją jest fakt, iż większość zajęć odbywa się wśród działających eksponatów militarnych.
Tutaj zobaczymy pojazdy gąsienicowe, transportery opancerzone, wojskowe samochody ciężarowe, wyrzutnie rakiet, moździerzy, armat, czołgów T-34 i T-72 oraz samochody AN-24 i MIG-21. Sam Park utrzymany jest w stylu terenu jednostki wojskowej. Każdy miłośnik militariów znajdzie tu coś dla siebie. Zwiedzanie odbywa się samodzielnie lub z przewodnikiem.
Park Techniki Wojskowej
Park utrzymany jest w stylu terenu jednostki wojskowej – “strzeże” go solidna brama wejściowa, a także wysoki betonowy mur z zasiekami z drutu kolczastego.
Edukacyjno-rozrywkowy park tematyczny idealny dla rodzin z dziećmi. Park oferuje także liczne atrakcje plenerowe, jak snowtubing czy tematyczne place zabaw.
Znajdziesz tu interaktywne instalacje, które tłumaczą działanie podstawowych praw fizyki i techniki.