The mine was part of the 'Object R-1', a top-secret enterprise established by the Soviet Union to secure uranium for their first atomic bomb.
The tunnels feature a 'Wall of Legends' displaying replicas of historical mining equipment and geological rarities.
Mining activities were strictly controlled by the Soviet 'Gornoye Obshchestvo' (Mining Society) during the 1950s.
The temperature inside the mine remains stable at approximately 7-8 degrees Celsius year-round.
The site contains visible deposits of autunite and torbernite, which are radioactive uranium minerals.
Part of the facility was used as an inhalation therapy site due to the presence of radon in the air.
Kopalnia URANU Podgórze is an underground museum located in a former secret Soviet uranium mine in the Karkonosze Mountains. The site features a 1,600-meter tourist route winding through original adits and shafts excavated during the Cold War era. Visitors can observe various geological formations, including uranium ores and distinct mineral deposits. The mine was operated under strict military secrecy by the 'Kowary Mines' company between 1948 and 1958. It provides historical context regarding the extraction of raw materials for the Soviet nuclear program. Guided tours are conducted in multiple languages to explain the site's history and geological significance. The tunnels maintain a constant temperature throughout the year. It remains one of the few accessible former uranium extraction sites in the region.
The illuminated adit entrance featuring the historical heavy wooden support beams.
Bring a warm jacket regardless of the season, as the underground temperature is constant and chilly.
Wear comfortable, non-slip footwear to navigate the slightly uneven cave terrain.
Book a guided tour in advance during peak summer months to ensure availability.
Do not attempt to enter areas outside the designated tourist path, as the wider mine complex is largely unstable and hazardous.
Open daily year-round, though tours may be limited during major public holidays.
Touching the cave walls and mineral deposits is prohibited to ensure site preservation.
