Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie Kowary

Kowary, dolnośląskie

Kopalnia Uranu Sztolnie Kowary

The former workings of Liczyrzepa, mining tools and uranium glass tell the story of the raw material that linked Kowary to the Cold War.

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Kopalnia Uranu Sztolnie Kowary

Sztolnie Kowary opens the workings of the former Liczyrzepa mine to visitors. Its history begins with 19th-century fluorite mining, while later underground work involved prospecting for uranium. Authentic passages and miners' tools provide a starting point for exploring this industrial heritage.

The story of Industrial Plants R-1 reaches beyond a single mine: it includes mineral exploration, Soviet supervision and shipments of raw material to the USSR. The displays bring this history together with geology and radiation-detection instruments.

A glass collection reveals another use of uranium, with ultraviolet light bringing out its green fluorescence. A laser simulation of an atomic explosion also forms part of the programme. Natural rock, a glassmaker's product and a modern show offer a comparison of different uses of the same element.

Audience and visit conditions

Recommended age

  • All ages

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    Opening hours

    Opening hours

    Monday
    10:00–17:00
    Tuesday
    10:00–17:00
    Wednesday
    10:00–17:00
    Thursday
    10:00–17:00
    Friday
    10:00–17:00
    Saturday
    10:00–17:00
    Sunday
    10:00–17:00

    Year-round guided departures: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00. During summer and winter school holidays and on weekends, extra half-hourly departures and a 17:00 departure may be offered; select an available time when booking. Tours last about 60 minutes and are conducted in Polish. Groups of 20 or more book at least 7 days ahead.

    Tickets

    Admission ticket

    Standard ticket
    PLN 49.00
    Reduced ticket
    PLN 45.00
    Symbolic ticket
    PLN 1.00

    Family and group tickets

    Family ticket 2+2
    PLN 160.00
    Family ticket 2+3
    PLN 190.00
    Group ticket
    PLN 39.00
    Group leader
    PLN 1.00

    Tickets include a guided tour and are available online or at the ticket office by the car park. Online child tickets must be purchased together with other tickets.

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    Routes (1)
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryThematic route · 60 min · 1.2 kmThe secret Cold War mineFrom Liczyrzepa's tunnels through geology, R-1 history and uranium glass to the laser show.Start the walk
    Exhibitions (1)
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryPermanent exhibitionMining, Geology and Radiation ExhibitionFrom mineralised rocks and R-1 history to radiation detectors and the properties of uranium glass.
    Exhibits and points (6)
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryLaser showLight and sound depict an atomic explosion, continuing the military theme of the visit.
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryGeiger counterA radiation detector whose readings separate impressions from measurements.
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryMineral veinsFluorite, calcite and uranium mineralisation in the rocks of the former mine.
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryHistoric tunnelsThe former workings of Liczyrzepa, from mineral exploration to miners' training.
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryIndustrial Plants R-1The enterprise that linked mining in Kowary to the Soviet uranium programme.
    • Ilustracja wejścia do Kopalni Uranu - Sztolnie KowaryUranium glassGlass objects whose appearance changes under ultraviolet lighting.
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    Contact

    Address

    ul. Podgórze 48
    58-530 Kowary
    Getting there

    The car park and ticket office are at 48 Podgórze Street. The mine entrance at 55 Podgórze Street is about 450 m away on foot; there is no parking at the entrance. Arrive 30 minutes before your booked tour.

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    Accessibility

    The temperature underground is about 8°C. Bring warm clothing and comfortable footwear. Visits are guided only; children and school groups must be accompanied by adults. The route is lit. The programme includes a show with lighting and sound effects.

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