Tour in Velenje

five people stand on a terrace overlooking a calm lake at sunset with mountains in the distance
5.0(1)
From ~$300
per person
4 hours
Cultural Tours
Velenje

Half-Day Mysteries of Submerged Villages from Velenje with Lunch

At a Glance

Type
Cultural Tours
Duration
4 hours
Rating
5.0/5 (1)
Price
From ~$300/person

Tour Details

Authentic tour of The Coal Mining Museum of Slovenia in Velenje with heirs of mining – Sailing on Velenje lake and virtual dive into the past – A culinary experience on the new overlook Vista, just above the water surface. Help a descendant of the Velenje miners, who mined one of the thickest layers of coal in the world and turned fertile fields into lakes, find a precious item under the water surface! Where once were villages, now are lakes. What happened to the houses, schools, and churches?

Why did they sink, and where did the villagers go? What secrets can be uncovered in the depth of the lake? Discover the bitter-sweet life stories of the villagers, miners, and Velenje people. For their bright future, they mined coal but sank their past.

What Makes This Tour Special

This tour uniquely combines history, culinary delights, and a captivating lakeside experience, offering a deep dive into the submerged villages' past.
  • Explore the Coal Mining Museum with insights from local mining descendants.
  • Enjoy a scenic sailing experience on Velenje Lake, surrounded by stunning nature.
  • Savor gourmet dishes at the Vista overlook, celebrating local culinary traditions.

Historical Background

Velenje's transformation from a thriving coal-mining community to a series of submerged villages occurred due to extensive mining operations since the mid-20th century.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This cultural tours activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 1 review, running 4 hours from ~$300 per person.

Best For

Families
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Higher price point
  • -Inclusions not listed