Amethyst World Maissau: A Sparkling Gemstone Adventure

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Explore Europe's largest amethyst vein at Amethyst World Maissau: a sparkling adventure for families with a show mine, gemstone house, and treasure hunts.

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Discover Europe's largest amethyst deposit at Amethyst World Maissau, a unique attraction offering a show mine, gemstone house, and treasure hunting for the whole family. Just an hour's drive from Vienna, it's a sparkling adventure into the world of precious stones.

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Horner Str. 36, 3712, AT
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Monday 10 am-6 pm
Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
Thursday 10 am-6 pm
Friday 10 am-6 pm
Saturday 10 am-6 pm
Sunday 10 am-6 pm

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Amethyst world Maissau.

Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven surfaces, especially if you plan to explore the Amethyst Park or participate in the treasure hunt.
The temperature in the show mine is around 16-18°C (61-64°F), so bring a light jacket or sweater.
Consider purchasing a mining pass, especially if visiting with children, to dig for your own amethysts and take home a unique souvenir.
Check the Amethyst World Maissau website for special events, workshops, and seasonal activities before your visit.
Take advantage of the free parking available on-site for cars and buses.

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Getting There

Driving

Amethyst World Maissau is located at Horner Strasse 36, 3712 Maissau. From Vienna, take the A22 and S3 towards Horn, then follow the B4 to Maissau. A large parking lot for cars and buses is available directly at Amethyst World. Parking is free. E-charging stations are also available.
Public Transport

Take a train from Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof, Heiligenstadt, or Spittelau to Limberg-Maissau station. From there, it's approximately 6 km to Amethyst World Maissau. Taxi Fox cab service is available from the station; pre-booking is recommended, especially for Sundays. A one-way trip costs around €24. Alternatively, take a bus to the "Maissau Am Berg" stop (1 km away, served weekdays) or the "Maissau Wiener Straße" stop (1.7 km away, served daily). Check the Verkehrsverbund Ost-Region (VOR) website for bus schedules.

Discover more about Amethyst world Maissau

Amethyst World Maissau is a captivating destination nestled in Lower Austria, approximately an hour's drive from Vienna. This multifaceted attraction is built around Europe's largest exposed amethyst vein, discovered in 1845. Over the past two decades, it has evolved into a fascinating adventure world dedicated to precious stones. The highlight is the show mine, a unique experience where visitors can walk alongside a 40-meter stretch of the exposed amethyst vein, 12 meters underground. Guided tours provide insights into the history of amethyst mining, the stone's properties, and its cultural significance. The Edelsteinhaus (Precious Stones House), built in 2012, showcases a collection of minerals and gemstones from around the world, including a meteorite room. Visitors can try their luck at prospecting for amethysts in the treasure field. The Amethyst Park offers themed gardens, power & energy stations, a chakra marble run trail, and a water play area. The Amethyst Café and gemstone shop are open year-round. Amethyst World hosts events throughout the year, including special exhibitions and workshops.