Mining history at the Schneeberg
4th July
Special guided tour with Armin Torggler
This special guided tour combines natural and cultural landscapes with the eventful history of mining on the Schneeberg. During the hike from Passeier via Seemoos up to St. Martin am Schneeberg, participants learn more about centuries of ore extraction, life in Europe’s highest miners’ village, and everyday life in a remote mining settlement at an altitude of 2,355 meters.
This special guided tour combines natural and cultural landscapes with the eventful history of mining on the Schneeberg. During the hike from Passeier via Seemoos up to St. Martin am Schneeberg, participants learn more about centuries of ore extraction, life in Europe’s highest miners’ village, and everyday life in a remote mining settlement at an altitude of 2,355 meters.
The expert
Armin Torggler
Armin Torggler, born in 1975, is a historian and archaeologist specialising in the cultural and mining history of the Alpine region. After studying in Innsbruck, he completed his PhD in medieval history. Following many years at Runkelstein Castle and with the Bolzano Castles Foundation, most recently as scientific director, he has been working since 2018 as scientific curator at the South Tyrol Museum of Mining. In this role, he is responsible for research projects, exhibitions, and the ongoing development of the museum’s sites.
Important information:
4 July
Beginning of the tour at 2 pm, duration approx. 2h
Beginning of the tour at 2 pm, duration approx. 2h
Meeting point: Refuge Schneeberg, St. Martin am Schneeberg
Alpine terrain, easy hike from the mountain refuge.
The visit to the Himmelreich gallery is not suitable for people with claustrophobia. You may wait outside the gallery during this part of the tour.
Reservation is necessary.
Info and reservation via mail at ridnaun@bergbaumuseum.it or via phone at +39 347 5990251
Info and reservation via mail at ridnaun@bergbaumuseum.it or via phone at +39 347 5990251
We recommend robust shoes and rain gear.
Prices
Please bring the money in cash to the meeting point.
| Mining history at the Schneeberg | |
|---|---|
| Single ticket | 10,00€ |
| Senior ticket (persons >65 years) | 7,50€ |
| Student ticket (students, apprentices, civil servants >16 years and <27 years) | 7,50€ |
| Kids ticket (children, students >7 years and <16 years) | 5,00€ |
| Disabled people (incl. 1 accompanying person) | 7,50€ |
| Family ticket (2 parents with children <16 years) | 20,00€ |
| Family ticket mini (1 parent with children <16 years) | 10,00€ |
| Group ticket (from 12 people) | 7,50€ |
