Audio Guide of the Falun Mine

Opening hours vary by season: in summer (June-August) it is open every day from 10:00 to 17:00. Outside the main season, check the schedule on its official website. Arriving early is recommended, especially in July.

Standard adult admission is 240 SEK (≈€23). Children aged 5-18 pay 120 SEK. Discounts are available for students and groups. Check updated prices on its ticket page.

A full visit takes between 2 and 3 hours, including the underground tour (45 min). If you plan to see the museum, workshops, and outdoor areas, allow at least 3 hours.

It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. For 1,000 years it was Europe’s main source of copper, shaping the Swedish economy. Its distinctive red color (Falu Red) was used to paint typical Swedish buildings.

In summer (June-August) there are more tours available and you can explore the exterior comfortably. But winter offers a magical experience with the illuminated tunnels. Avoid weekends between 11:00 and 14:00 because of larger crowds.

The outdoor areas and the museum are accessible, but the underground tour is NOT, due to narrow stairs. There is an adapted ground-level route. Check in advance at +46 23 78 20 30 or [email protected] before your visit.

Five minutes away is the Stora Museum, with a replica of a mining village. In Falun, don’t miss Carl Linnaeus’s house (20 min). Forty kilometers away is Rättvik and Lake Siljan, the heart of Dalecarlian culture.

1) Wear closed, non-slip shoes: the ground is uneven. 2) Temperature in the tunnels: 8°C year-round - bring a jacket. 3) Groups of more than 17 people must book in advance on their website.