Visit Bellmunt del Priorat mines
Located in the south of the Priorat region, between crops and mountains, lies Bellmunt del Priorat, a small municipality with only 300 inhabitants, but with great tourist appeal.
The Bellmunt Mines Museum is one of the must-see places if you visit the area.
This space, which showcases the history of lead mining in the Priorat region, has become a real attraction for drawing large groups of visitors to the municipality.
From the complex, they offer a package that includes entrance to the museum and a guided tour of the first-floor galleries of the Eugènia mine.
The Bellmunt Mines Museum
The Bellmunt Mines Museum opened its doors in 2002 with the aim of recovering and preserving the memory and heritage elements related to mining activity in the Priorat region.
The building is located in the old industrial complex of the Eugènia Mine, almost on the edge of the urban center. Since its creation, this space has been part of the Territorial System of the Museum of Science and Technology of Catalonia.
The Eugènia Mine
The Eugènia mine became the most important lead mine in Catalonia. It has a total of 20 underground levels.
The complex extends far beyond the underground galleries. Its facilities include the power plant, the washing plant, the carpentry, the mechanical workshop, the compressor room, and the engine room.
During the guided tour, you can delve into the mining tunnels located on the first floor of the Eugènia mine, 35 meters underground.
This excursion, which lasts approximately 45 minutes, consists of a journey through about 700 meters of different internal galleries.
What to do in Bellmunt del Priorat?
After visiting the Bellmunt Mines Museum, you can head to the urban center and visit the wineries with DOQ Priorat located near the town of Bellmunt del Priorat.
Among them is the Priorat BD Lab Winery, which produces original wines and spirits based on old recipes, adding their own personal touches.
The Celler Bartolomé Vernet Winery is known for a wine made from century-old vineyards and the terraced slopes surrounding the landscape of the area.
At the Solà Clàssic Winery, you will find certified organic wines of limited production. You can also taste their own organic oil: Arrels d’en Pep.
The Mas d’en Gil Winery also produces organic wines using biodynamic methods. In addition, this winery is known for its production of oils, vinegars, and nuts.
Bellmunt del Priorat is also home to the Celler Família Sedó Barceló Winery, a small family winery founded in the 18th century that offers free visits.
Visiting hours of the Bellmunt del Priorat Mines
From September 1st to June 30th:
· Saturday: from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
· Sunday and holidays: from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
· Tuesday to Friday by prior reservation
From July 1st to August 31st:
· Tuesday to Saturday: from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
· Sundays and holidays: from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Closed: from December 24th to January 15th
Ticket prices for the Bellmunt del Priorat Mines
· General ticket (museum): 3€
· General ticket (museum + guided tour): 8€
· Reduced ticket (museum): 2€
· Reduced ticket (museum + guided tour): 6€
· Special reduced ticket (museum + guided tour): 5€
· Free ticket: children under 8, Club Súper3 members, and ICOM members
