The Bex Salt Mines are unveiling their brand-new tour! Hop aboard the Miners’ Train and discover a completely revamped tour that combines history, innovation, thrills and culinary delights. A unique, immersive experience.
Climb aboard the Miners’ Train and set off on a fascinating adventure into the heart of the mountain. Accompanied by a guide, explore spectacular tunnels, discover the secrets of ‘white gold’, experience the thrill of the slide, and enjoy sweet and savoury tastings. An immersive experience combining history, heritage and excitement for the whole family.
Prices available online on our partner’s website: www.mines.ch
Tips and recommendations
Take part in our various events throughout the year :
o Spring brunch, 1st August brunch and automn brunch
o Evening visits to the Lanterne
o La Semaine du Goût in the heart of the Bex Salt Mines !
o TrekkMines du Coulat et de la Sainte-Barbe
Opening hours
Closed exceptionally on January 1st and December 25th.
April, May, June, September, October: two to four visits per day, Tuesday to Sunday and holidays.
July-August: four to ten visits per day, from Monday to Sunday.
Open on Mondays (Easter, Pentecost and Federal Fast).
Wednesday and weekends in January, February, March, November and December: one to two visits per day.
Open every day during the Spring and Christmas vacations: one to two visits per day.
For more information about the opening hours, please consult the website.
Accessibility
Prestations
- Free car park
- Car park
- Picnic area
- Toilets
- Educational visits
- Room hire
- Restaurant
Cheeses
Prices
Group rate available for 25 people or more.
Payment methods
- Bank/credit card
- Cash
- Online payment
Location
Freeway A9, exit St-Triphon or Bex Follow the brown "Mines de Sel" signs.
5 km from Bex SBB station, 1h walk 3 km from Bévieux BVB station, 40 min walk Transport from Bex station to tourist site (Taxi Grain d'Sel) for individuals or groups on request by calling 024 463 40 40