FamxplorFalu Gruva
What to expect
Falu Gruva, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a historic mine in Falun, Sweden, that operated for over a thousand years. The mine produced a significant amount of copper, which was used to fund Sweden's wars in the 17th century. Visitors can explore the mine and learn about its history, which is showcased through guides, a mine museum, and historic buildings. The area also offers various dining options, including gastronomy and home-baked goods. The mine's cultural landscape graphically illustrates the activities of copper production in the Dalarna region of central Sweden since at least the 9th century
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Activities: We spent several hours at Falu Gruva! We took a guided tour where we put on helmets and rain capes, then got to feel a piece of ore. We went down into the mine shafts. Our daughter insisted on wearing her new winter shoes, which she later regretted as they became both orange-red, muddy and wet
Highlights: The guided tour was great, and it was no problem keeping up with the pace. The kids loved the interactive museum! We got to learn more about copper and how it's used! One of the highlights for our 5 year old was spinning a wheel that made a barrel go up and down and ring a bell ✨
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