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Edelsteinmine "Steinkaulenberg"
A guided tour in the mine along various places where agat and other gemstones are
between
Opening Hours
15.03. - 15.11.,
daily 09.00 - 17.00 hrs.
16.11. - 15.12.
Mon to Thu 09.00 - 16.00 hrs.
Fri 09.00 - 12.00 hrs.
Entrance fees
Adults ? 4,00
Children (6-15 Jahre) ? 2,50
Updated Aug 7, 2003
Address: 55743 Idar-Oberstein
Phone: +49 (0) 6781 47 400
Website: http://home.t-online.de/home/edelsteinminen-idar-oberstein/
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In the rock face is the wonderful 15th century Felsenkirche. It is said to have been built by a knight in atonement for the murder of his brother.
It can be reached via 200 odd steps.
Written May 1, 2007
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