Explore Bex Salt Mines from Geneva in luxury. Discover underground wonders, ride a miner’s train, and delve into history. Book your adventure now.
Explore Bex Salt Mines from Geneva in luxury. Discover underground wonders, ride a miner’s train, and delve into history. Book your adventure now.
- Geneva - Gather all participants in Geneva and proceed to Bex. The travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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Lausanne - The journey will pass through the Olympic city of Lausanne, including sights like Ouchy with its castle and the Olympic Museum.
Enjoy the stunning views from the Quai de Belgique, with the vibrant colors of the…
- Geneva - Gather all participants in Geneva and proceed to Bex. The travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Lausanne - The journey will pass through the Olympic city of Lausanne, including sights like Ouchy with its castle and the Olympic Museum.
Enjoy the stunning views from the Quai de Belgique, with the vibrant colors of the quay’s flowers, the blue waters of Lake Geneva, and the majestic Alps as a backdrop.
- The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musée Olympique) - Located near the Château d’Ouchy, the Olympic Museum is one of the most renowned attractions in the Olympic Capital.
- Vineyard Road (Route du Vignoble) - This scenic road, celebrated for its beauty, winds through the charming villages amidst the vineyards of Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Mines de Sel de Bex - The main highlight of this excursion, where visitors can board a small miners’ train, now a comfortable mode of transport, to explore the heart of the salt mountain.
Guides will explain the origins, development, and salt extraction process of this still-active mine. The public areas and galleries are well-lit and naturally ventilated, maintaining an indoor temperature of about 18 degrees year-round, so it’s advisable to bring a light sweater for comfort.
After exploring the mines, be sure to visit the shop offering local products and unique items made with alpine salt.
- Geneva - Return journey to Geneva, with an estimated travel time of about 2 hours.

- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
- Parking fees
- Meals
- Meals
Opt for this tour if you enjoy exploring fascinating underground sites. A visit to the Bex Salt Mines will surely captivate you, as every detail is designed to ensure visitors’ comfort while they learn about the mine’s history and its development from the start of production in 1684 to today.
Guests will ride a small miners’ train that travels through…
Opt for this tour if you enjoy exploring fascinating underground sites. A visit to the Bex Salt Mines will surely captivate you, as every detail is designed to ensure visitors’ comfort while they learn about the mine’s history and its development from the start of production in 1684 to today.
Guests will ride a small miners’ train that travels through tunnels situated 150 to 300 meters below ground.
Transportation from Geneva to the Salt Mine and back will be provided by your Driver Guide in a luxurious Mercedes Benz vehicle.
- Child seats available only if advertised in advance
- Since the temperature in the mine is 18 degrees DE all year round, warm clothing is recommended.
- The tour is not accessible to children DE 4 years old.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.