Gonzen Iron Mine

On a guided tour you will experience in an impressive way the mysterious world of the miners. You will learn a lot on the tunnel tours Interesting facts about history, geology, mining techniques and economic Significance of what was once the largest iron mine in Switzerland.All tours start after the introductory film with a "leisurely" ride on the "Gonzen Express", which is driven by one of the 5 original locomotives from the active time. Inside the mountain, we continue on foot, where the tunnel tour is adapted as far as possible to the wishes of the visitors. In any case, you need good, sturdy shoes and warm clothing (Temperature in the mine 13° C). The paths lead over galleries, on drives, along brake mountains and depressions. Deep silos, hidden corners that constantly changing colors of the impressive ore deposit and the The miners' workplaces, which have been left in their original state, fascinate visitors. At the end of the impressive tunnel tour, a leisurely tour of the tunnel is also part of the Schlusshöck in our Stollenbeizli.