Stands out for

  • • Descent to 556 meters in a real, active coal mine
  • • Tour of levels 8th, 9th, and 10th in the mine
  • • Ride the mine train through authentic tunnels
  • • Hands-on mining tasks with real miners
  • • Expert guides specializing in mining history and techniques

Description

Context Located in San Martín del Rey Aurelio, Pozo Sotón is a historic coal mine with over 140 km of underground tunnels. Designated a Cultural Interest Asset, it allows visitors to descend as deep as 556 meters below ground, in a cold, damp environment where coal walls absorb the misty air.

The Experience After equipping with safety gear including helmet and protective clothing, you’ll descend to levels 8, 9, and 10. Walk through narrow tunnels where echoes of machinery and the scent of wet earth fill the air. You’ll ride the mine train through authentic tunnels and take part in real mining tasks such as chipping coal alongside experienced miners, feeling the rough texture of the coal and the physical effort required to work underground.

Who It’s For This experience is suitable for visitors aged 16 and older with good physical fitness, particularly those interested in industrial history and mining culture. Not recommended for people with limited mobility, claustrophobia, or low physical endurance.

Local Context The Asturian mining region continues to honor its deep-rooted mining heritage through sites like Pozo Sotón and the MUMI Mining Museum. The local community actively preserves this legacy through traditions, stories, and the personal narratives shared by expert guide miners during the tour.

Key Info

Difficulty

Hard

Setting

Outdoors

Best season

All year round

Recommended Age Range

Ages 13+

Booking required

Practical Guide

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Expert Recommendations

Wear comfortable clothing and closed, sturdy footwear suitable for cold, damp conditions. Book in advance to secure your spot. The full visit lasts 5–6 hours and requires good physical fitness. Not suitable for those with claustrophobia or limited mobility. The best time to visit is year-round, but be prepared for cool temperatures inside the mine.

Physical Requirements

Moderate to intense physical activity; requires ability to descend and walk through underground tunnels

About the Area

Pozo Sotón is located in San Martín del Rey Aurelio, within the Asturian mining basin. The area offers tourist services, cultural sites such as the MUMI Museum, and hiking trails in the Santa Bárbara Valley. Easily accessible from Oviedo by car, train, or bus, making it convenient to visit this industrial and natural heritage site.

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The minimum age is 16 due to physical demands and the challenging underground conditions of the mine.
Wear comfortable clothing and closed, durable footwear suitable for cold, damp environments. Mine safety gear and protective clothing are provided during the visit.
Yes, advance booking is mandatory to ensure access and safety during the visit.
No, it is not recommended for individuals with limited mobility due to the physical challenges and terrain of the underground route.
Yes, part of the tour is conducted via mine train through tunnels, offering a unique and immersive experience within the mine.