Audio Guide of Queen Louise Adit

Queen Louise Adit is open from Tuesday to Sunday. In high season (April-October), opening hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and in low season (November-March) until 3:00 PM. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for guided tours. More details on the official website: Queen Louise Adit Opening Hours.

Standard admission costs 58 PLN (about €13.5). Students and children pay 39 PLN, and there is a family ticket (2+2) for 155 PLN. There is a 20% discount when buying online at: Buy Queen Louise Adit Tickets. Free on the first Wednesday of the month.

The basic tour lasts 1.5 hours (2.5 km underground). If you include the museum and interactive exhibition, allow 2.5-3 hours total. Specialized visits such as the Adventurer Route can last up to 4 hours.

It was a pioneer of the Industrial Revolution in Silesia (1788-1991) and was the first mine under state management in Poland. Innovations such as electric mining locomotives were introduced here, and it was recognized as industrial heritage by UNESCO.

Low season (November-March) offers fewer crowds. Tuesday to Friday mornings are quieter. Avoid holiday weekends. The underground temperature remains a constant 15°C all year round.

Only on the surface (museum and 3D room). The underground route is not accessible (450 steps and narrow tunnels). Wheelchairs are available at reception. Contact +48 32 271 40 77 for specific needs.

We recommend: Nikiszowiec district (7 km): A unique example of a 20th-century miners' settlementGuido Coal Mine Museum (5 km): A mine operating down to 182 m depthCulture and Leisure Park with an artificial lake (3 km)

Essentials: Closed, non-slip shoes (high heels or sandals are not allowed)A warm jacket even if it is hot outsideArrive 20 minutes early for formalitiesBook online with a discount: Book Queen Louise Adit