Nickel, Chrysoprase and Opal Mine in Szklary

The Nickel, Chrysoprase and Opal Mine in Szklary is an underground tourist site open for visits, showcasing rare minerals extracted here.

What was mined

The mine extracted nickel, chrysoprase and opal, making it a unique place in the world because of its rare minerals. The route leads through preserved underground corridors more than a thousand metres long.

Visiting

The site is open to visitors, with the option of walking through the preserved underground corridors. The route ends at an underground exhibition, where high-quality chrysoprase specimens are displayed in cases. Geological workshops are also on offer.

Souvenirs

A shop operates at the mine, where you can buy mineral specimens in raw and polished form, as well as jewellery made of chrysoprase and opal.

Practical information

• Location: Szklary, Ząbkowice County
• Guided tours, entries at set times, Tuesday to Sunday
• It is worth checking entry times and route details on the official website before visiting