In the La Mancha town of Almaden (Ciudad Real), one of the most attractive destinations awaits us for a different getaway suitable for all ages. Here is located the Mining Park that houses the spectacular mercury mine, the biggest and oldest in its category from all over the world, whose heritage and historical value is reflected in the titles it holds.
It is the only place in Spain that can boast of being UNESCO World Heritage Site and also be part of the European Heritage Seal, Reference Center of the European Industrial Heritage Route and European Chemistry Site EuChemS. In addition to the mine, whose origin dates back to Roman times, we will also find an extensive and industrial heritage complexvarious museums and many other points of interest dedicated to mining, paleontology or the culture of the area.
Those who can leave from Madrid will also be able to take advantage of the ticket for the tourist train that Renfe has launched in collaboration with Tourism of Castilla-La Mancha, to leave next Saturday, October 16. The call Mercury Train It includes the trip to and from the park, transportation to the Park and several guided routes through its spaces that include the descent to the mine with the corresponding safety equipment.
This train will depart around 9 in the morning from Madrid Puerta de Atocha and, in just over an hour, it will land travelers at the Puertollano station, from where they will be transferred to the heart of the Mining Park to begin the guided visit of the entire complex; the cost of the tourist ticket is 50 euros for adults and 20 for children.
But the Almadén Mining Park is well worth it for anyone who arrives from any other point in the country at any time of the year. It is an ideal visit for those looking for a different experience and enjoy one of the jewels of industrial heritage that we are lucky to preserve in Spain, a fundamental part of our history and inseparable from the culture and economic development of the area.
The Almadén Mining Park is open all year long and only closes on non-holiday Mondays, plus the usual national holidays. In addition, there is a picnic area under a thatched roof and a cafeteria restaurant to recharge your batteries without leaving the area.
Photos | Almanden Mining Park
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