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Flooding Hits One Of Europe's Biggest Salt Mines, Devastating Tourism

Summary by RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
One of Europe's largest salt mines has been hit by severe flooding in Romania. The Praid mine produces up to 100,000 tons of salt annually and is also a tourist magnet attracting about a half-a-million visitors each year. They come to see the spectacular underground sites, including an adventure park and a chapel carved in salt. Officials have closed down the mine, worrying locals about the long-term economic impact.

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RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty broke the news in on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
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