This Baroque town palace was once the seat of the Mining Court.
Today the Slovak Mining Museum displays its exceptional mineralogical collection here. The collection of more than 400 minerals includes local and regional rarities as well as minerals from every continent. The highlights are the magnificent specimens of ‘holubník’ quartz and amethyst from Banská Štiavnica. The exhibition is complemented by the GEOBÁDATEĽNE programme, with creative activities for all ages. From the Berggericht courtyard you can explore the exciting underground world of the Michal Adit.
Interestingly, not far from here, in Hodruša-Hámre, is the last gold mine still in operation, Rozália. Each tonne of rock mined yields about 10 grams of gold. The mine is not open to the public because it is still active.
Following the devastating fire in Banská Štiavnica, the Berggericht – Mineralogical Exhibition is closed until further notice. Thank you all for your help and solidarity in these difficult times. You can support us through the public fundraiser at: www.donio.sk
