Moensted Kalkgruber, Jutland, Denmark
4.5 (161 reviews) Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 31, 2023 Spent 2-3 hours Ranking #1 in East Jutland Mines • History Museums
Marvellous experience
Welcome to the world’s largest limestone mine. Deep down awaits you a completely unique experience for both children and adults – your dog is also welcome to join. The temperature is 8°C all year round, so remember warm clothes – even in the summer.
Address
Kalkvaerksvej 8-10, Stoholm, Viborg 7850 Denmark
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Website
http://www.monsted-kalkgruber.dk
Working hours
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-17:00
Current local date and time now
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 15:28
User Ratings
4.5 based on (161 reviews)
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Reviews
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4Askous 5:00 PM Aug 6, 2019
Fun day
Active and Happy kids. Beautiful nature. Interesting multi media show. We spend a whole afternoon there.
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4EuTravelMag 5:00 PM Jul 11, 2016
World's largest (man-made) limestone mine
Mønsted Kalkgrube can be translated to Mønsted Limestone Mine and has been so for over 1000 years. The museum (to the left after the ticket office) tells the story about limestone and chalk production and of the bats living in the mines (usually only hibernating during winter). The mine (to the right, accessible also by small train) is impressive and very un-Danish. Add some staglamites and it would have been like the Mediterranean grottoes. But still: Man made. The most accessible mine-shafts and tunnels are well-lit, but if you want to go beyond the electric lights (and you can!) you should bring a powerful flashlight. No - the one in your Smartphone won't do! The mine lacked written information but this was somewhat provided in the 15-minute multimedia show (with English and German subtitles) in one of the large grottoes. All in all, a very interesting experience. Not too expensive (DKK 70,- per adult) but more in-depth information about history and geology would have made our day.
