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Added by Jopie, at 08 September 2013
Opening Hours
- Monday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Tuesday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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8 Reviews
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13 December 2017
From the extent that fairies feature in their advertising, I was expecting the cave tour to be heavily embellished with fanciful decoration. Thankfully, it was not so the guided tour (in German only, so make sure you pick up the English audio guide from the ticket desk) concentrated on the history of the mine, its workers, and their relationship with the surrounding community. The visit is fascinating, and a number of points along the way (mainly underground lakes/grottos) are spotlit effectively. At each of these points the guide allowed sufficient time for everyone on the tour to take any photos they wanted, or simply to study the location. The tour is constructed to end at the most impressive of the grottoes, and that one features a “son et luminaire” presentation that I’d have done without, but was at worst unobjectionable, and again we were allowed as much time as we wanted to admire the grotto under “plain” lighting. To my cynical side the descriptions at each stop seemed “padded” to increase the length of the tour to justify the entry charge but nevertheless I’d strongly recommend the visit.
The associated museum was interesting and well-presented, but not particularly remarkable, and the outdoor play facilities looked reasonable for families visiting on a fine day.response / report this review -
07 September 2017
Really gave me a fairy tale experience. The caves were spooky and gave goosebumps!!
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25 June 2017
This was a great place for the kids to visit, but the grottos and their stalactite formations weren't as impressive as other cave systems I have seen. In all, there are 3 or 4 small caves with fairly small stalactite and stalacmite formations located in a disused slate mine. What it lacks in spelunking wonders, it makes up in entertainment for the kids. The underground tour was informative, but is only conducted in German. An audio tour headset is available for other languages. The fairy adventure park consumed another hour or so, but will likely suit kids to about 7 or so only. Not bad, but not sure the considerable drive was worth it.
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20 April 2017
it is not something NG
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18 April 2017
Schauhöhle seit über einhundert Jahren
Wir waren zu Ostern mit einer privat organisierten Reisegruppe in den Feengrotten zu Saalfeld. Wir sind mir über 50 Personen angereist, was für das Personal vor Ort professionell gemanagt wurde. Die Führung war sehr informativ, ohne mit allzu viel Fachbegriffen, was natürlich für die Kinder wichtig ist.
Die Höhlen haben uns mit ihren mystischen Spiel von Licht und Farben sehr beeindruckt.
Das anschließende Mittagessen war lecker und wurde uns in recht kurzer Zeit serviert.
Vielen Dank an das gesamte Team vor Ort.response / report this review -
27 May 2016
To be clear this isn't a natural goegeous cave like we have in the US. It is an artificial mine with about 4 grotto small cavern rooms that have a few rusty brown formations. They have constructed artificial ponds in these rooms to enhance their look with the reflection. The grotto is really disappointing if you have ever seen a good cave. Apparently it used to be colorful, sparkly, and blue but the tour lights have caused bacteria to grow and change the colors covering everything with a rusty color in recent years.
The tour is in German with listening devices for other languages. About 4 sections of 2 min of audio, but the guide will talk for over 10 mins at some stops leaving you bored, confused, and left out. The group sizes of 20 are so large you cant get up to see the rooms while the guide is talking either. Small children will have trouble anywhere but up front.
Plus is they provide ponchos for warmth and to stay clean. Not really needed though. The whole walk through is paved and very accessible, but kind of removes the authentic feeling.
The outdoors area is very well done for young children to play. Lots for them to run and play through.
The museum is a waste for any that can't read German. It is tailored towards children, about 15-20 mins of material. You won't be. Is sing anything by skipping it.
The bratwurst are cheap and yummy.response / report this review -
22 May 2016
Really nice place! The people there are friendly and polite. Beautiful scene.
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15 September 2013
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