The mine holds the only underground waterfall in Poland.
Arsenic was historically extracted here alongside gold, leading to the town once producing nearly 8% of the world's arsenic supply.
The facility features a specialized 'Gold Smelting' demonstration area showing traditional furnace techniques.
The Gertruda Adit features a collection of original mining maps dating back to the 18th century.
A laboratory inside the mine displays the tools and methods used by historical alchemists.
Kopalnia Złota w Złotym Stoku is a preserved historic gold mine offering guided tours through original 16th-century mining shafts. The site features a unique underground boat ride on a flooded industrial tunnel. Visitors explore the Gertruda Adit, which contains a laboratory and a geological exhibition of local minerals. The complex includes an underground waterfall located in the Black Adit, dropping 8 meters. Outside, the park offers a gold panning area, a mineral museum, and historical machinery displays. The location is an active educational center focused on the medieval history of gold extraction in the Sudetes region.
The illuminated underground waterfall in the Black Adit or the exterior historic gold-washing station.
Bring a warm jacket as temperatures inside the mine remain constant at 7 degrees Celsius year-round.
Wear comfortable, non-slip footwear suitable for wet and uneven stone surfaces.
Book group tours in advance during weekends and public holidays to avoid long waits.
Attempting to explore the surrounding forest areas without a map, as historical mining shafts are present in the woods and remain largely unsecured.
Open daily throughout the year, though specific underground attractions may require advanced reservation during the off-season.
Strictly follow guide instructions regarding touching walls and equipment; hard hats provided by the facility must be worn at all times while underground.
