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Visit to the Dossena Mines and lunch

Come and discover the fascinating Dossena Mines in the Brembana Valley! You’ll find the oldest mining area in the Bergamasca mountains.

Description

History and science come together to offer an enjoyable journey through the Dossena Mines. Thanks to the guided tour, you will discover the tools, equipment, and working conditions in the mines, along with insights into geology and fascinating facts! Come visit us!

Savor a typical Bergamasque lunch at a trattoria in Dossena, and with a full belly, head out for an exploration of the mine route, the oldest in the Bergamasca mountains!

The guided tour of the mine will last about an hour, allowing you to immerse yourself in the mine’s tunnels and visit the “Mine Museum.”

A little corner of the world ready to reveal a significant chapter of history! Dossena has a rich mining past dating back to the Etruscan era. During the Roman period, Dossena was an important mining center of the empire. Inside the ancient mines, slaves were condemned “Ad Metalla” by the Romans.

You’ll also have the chance to discover the “Minadur” cellar, where cheese is aged in the mine.

PROGRAM:
– 12:00 PM: Lunch at Trattoria Alpina in Dossena, Via Don Pietro Rigoli 30.
– Autonomous transfer to the mine for the excursion.
– Meet at Paglio-Pignolino location 15 minutes before the chosen time.
– Guided tour of the mines and the related museum.

It is recommended to visit the Becco di Dossena, a free-access walkway jutting out over a cliff about 250 meters high, offering a breathtaking view of the Val Parina.

To conclude the day in the best way, you can book a local aperitif at the Hotel Moderno in Serina (not included in the package price), for 15 euros per person.

What is included

– Lunch with casoncelli (traditional Bergamasque pasta), a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, and cheeses aged in the mine, homemade dessert, 1/2 liter of water, coffee, and cover charge;
– Expert guide;
– Rental of mining helmet;
– Visit to the Mine Museum.

What is not included

– Other attractions of VisitDossena;
– Tasting of Minadur cheese.

Period

All year round.
Friday at 3:15 PM
Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 PM

Cancellation policy

3. MODIFICATION/CANCELLATION OF SERVICE
3.1 ASD reserves the right to inform the Consumer (via SMS, phone, and/or email to the contact details provided at the time of booking) of the impossibility of providing the Service on the agreed date and time or the need to modify the agreed Service up to eighteen (18) hours before the Service is provided, even in the absence of force majeure causes. In such a case, the Consumer will be entitled to a voucher of an amount determined by ASD, corresponding to the part of the Service that cannot be provided, or may reschedule the date and time of the Service and its content according to current availability. The Consumer must communicate their choice within forty-eight (48) hours of ASD’s notification that the Service cannot be provided in the initially agreed manner. In any case, ASD will not be liable for the reimbursement of any travel, transportation, accommodation, or other expenses that the Consumer may have already incurred in relation to the cancelled or modified Service.
3.2 ASD reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify the times and methods of providing the Service in the event of force majeure causes, such as adverse weather conditions (heavy rain or strong winds) and/or environmental situations and/or conditions of the facilities and structures that do not allow the Service to be carried out safely, even for limited periods of time during the day. In this case, the Consumer will be entitled to a voucher of an amount determined by ASD, corresponding to the part of the Service that cannot be provided, or may reschedule the date and time of the Service and its content according to current availability. In any case, ASD will not be liable for the reimbursement of any travel, transportation, accommodation, or other expenses that the Consumer may have already incurred in relation to the cancelled or modified Service.
3.3 If part of the agreed Service has been provided and the remaining part cannot be provided, even in the absence of force majeure causes, ASD will arrange, where possible, alternative solutions, in line with technical and safety requirements, without additional charges to the Consumer.
3.4 If the Consumer wishes to modify the date and/or time of the previously purchased Service, this can be done according to the procedures outlined on the website www.visitdossena.it and based on availability within the following six (6) months, only if done no later than 2 (two) calendar days before the originally purchased date, under the following conditions: a 5.00 euros administrative fee will apply if the modification occurs between 2 (two) and 5 (five) calendar days before the originally purchased date, and it will be free of charge if the modification is made more than 5 (five) calendar days before the originally purchased date. Additionally, if the modification results in a higher Service price than originally purchased, the Consumer must pay the difference to ASD when requesting the modification.
3.5 In the event that the Consumer does not show up for check-in at Piazzale degli Alpini No.1 (Infopoint) or at the reception point at the mines within the established time, ASD may refuse them access to the Service. The related ticket will be considered used for all purposes and therefore cannot be refunded under any circumstances.

More details

The booking time corresponds to the arrival time at the Dossena Mines.
USE GOOGLE MAPS to reach the mining area and avoid other navigation systems.
Once you’ve parked your car, follow the path that will lead you to the reception point outside the galleries. With the assistance of the mine staff, pick up your access ticket, fill out the “visitor register,” and put on your helmet!
Groups of 25 people per visit will be accompanied by an expert guide and a sweeper to ensure safety.

Prices:
Adults: €40
Children 6-12 years: €36
Children 0-6 years: €12

Where it is located

Via Don Pietro Rigoli, 30, 24010, Dossena, Bergamo
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Via Don Pietro Rigoli, 30, 24010, Dossena, Bergamo
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