Only in one area, the so-called Sistine Chapel, which is the most spectacular space. Photos are not allowed on the rest of the route because this would spoil others’ enjoyment of the guided tour.
The site that you are now visiting was, for years, one of the world’s major potassium chloride mines. Mina Nieves de Cardona (1929-1990). The former mining complex is now the Salt Mountain Cultural Park, a large cultural facility intended to inform the public about the importance of salt, the site’s exceptional geology and the use that people have made of this natural resource for centuries.
Only in one area, the so-called Sistine Chapel, which is the most spectacular space. Photos are not allowed on the rest of the route because this would spoil others’ enjoyment of the guided tour.
The temperature inside is 18 degrees Celsius the whole year round. In the summer it is a good idea to bring a light jacket.
No. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
We strongly recommend you buy the ticket on our website so that you can get a ticket for a guided tour at the desired time.
We offer a 10% family discount. Promotional code: FNOMBROSA
The normal visit is explanatory and more suitable for an adult audience. The dramatised visit is pitched at family audiences. The route is the same.
Small drops fall from The Salt Mountain’s stalactites, especially when it rains. Natural leather garments and handbags are susceptible to water damage so bear this in mind.
It lasts for roughly one hour.
Yes, we have a large outdoor car park.
The ground inside The Salt Mountain is fairly flat. There are no steps.
Yes but there are some things you should bear in mind. The descent to the salt mine will be by minibus. The minibus can be used if the wheelchair is foldable and its user is mobile. Once inside The Salt Mountain, the ground is natural and slightly uneven. If the wheelchair is foldable, notify us 15 days in advance by calling (+34) 938 692 475 or send an email to informacio@cardonaturisme.cat so that the minibus can be prepared in advance.
No. Pushchairs and prams are strictly forbidden in the salt mine.
No. Animals are forbidden in the mine.
Yes, there is an area with picnic tables and toilets.