Ticino: Swissminiatur Opens Gold Mine of Sessa (cross-border guide)

Di Valerie Linc · Published on

The Gold Mine of Sessa has been inaugurated as part of the new season of Swissminiatur

Contesto

TL;DR - Swissminiatur opens Gold Mine of Sessa for 2026 season - Immersive minerary gallery transforms passage tunnel - Authentic mine details and Santa Barbara altar included - Park open until November 8 with new attractions ## Key facts - Cosa: Inaugurazione della Miniera d'Oro di Sessa - Quando: Stagione 2026, parco aperto fino all'8 novembre - Dove: Swissminiatur, Ticino, Svizzera - Chi: Cerimonia presieduta da Alessandro Rezzonico - Dettagli: Galleria mineraria immersiva con dettagli autentici e altare a Santa Barbara - Scadenza: 8 novembre 2026 Swissminiatur has officially opened the new season with the opening of the Gold Mine of Sessa. The special day saw the transformation of the passage tunnel into an immersive minerary gallery, celebrating Swiss mining tradition. The inauguration ceremony was presided by Alessandro Rezzonico, Vice Director of Swissminiatur, and involved local representatives and historians. The new installation offers visitors an immersive experience that complements the famous miniatures with a new way to discover Switzerland's history and traditions. The park will remain open until November 8 to welcome visitors and families with new attractions and activities.

Dettagli operativi

The Gold Mine of Sessa was chosen as a real-scale representation to highlight one of the park's most distinctive locations. The passage tunnel was completely transformed to allow visitors to experience a real mine. Inside the tunnel, authentic binaries, an authentic air tube, supporting pillars, an original mine door, and a dry wall that recalls the closure of the galleries were reproduced. A small altar dedicated to Santa Barbara, the traditional protector of miners, completes the atmosphere. The new Swissminiatur installation officially inaugurates the 2026 season, offering visitors an immersive experience that complements the famous miniatures with a new way to discover Switzerland's history and traditions. ## Recommended tools For an updated estimate, use the net salary calculator and the CHF-EUR exchange comparator.

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The inauguration ceremony of the new Swissminiatur installation, the Gold Mine of Sessa, was a special event that involved local representatives and historians. The transformation of the tunnel into an immersive minerary gallery was carried out with great care and attention to detail. The Gold Mine of Sessa was chosen as a real-scale representation to highlight one of the park's most distinctive locations. The passage tunnel was completely transformed to allow visitors to experience a real mine. Inside the tunnel, authentic binaries, an authentic air tube, supporting pillars, an original mine door, and a dry wall that recalls the closure of the galleries were reproduced. A small altar dedicated to Santa Barbara, the traditional protector of miners, completes the atmosphere. For a precise calculation of your net salary as a cross-border worker, use our comparator: the most complete tool to compare your take-home pay between G and B permits, with all tax and social deductions updated to 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Sessa Gold Mine open to Swissminiatur and until it remains open?
The Sessa Gold Mine officially opened with the beginning of the new season. The park will remain open until November 8, offering visitors and families new attractions and activities.
What is the environmental impact of the Sessa Gold Mine at Swissminiatur?
The Sessa Gold Mine is designed to be environmentally responsible, using sustainable materials and energy-efficient lighting systems to minimize environmental impact.
What are the opening hours of the Sessa Gold Mine for frontier workers who want to visit it after work?
The Sessa Gold Mine is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00 until 8 November. For frontiers, we suggest to check the extended evening schedules in some weekends, but the standard schedule ends at 17:30 on weekdays.
Can I take my dog to the Sessa Gold Mine if I arrive from the nearby Lombardy?
Yes, the entrance is allowed to dogs on a leash, but only in the outside areas of the park. Inside the Golden Mine of Sessa, unfortunately, it is not allowed access to animals for reasons of safety and respect of the immersive environment.
Are there discounts for Italian residents who often cross the border for work?
Swissminiatur offers a 10% discount to holders of a frontal card (Tessera di Frontaliero Ticinese) or with an identity document that certifies the residence in the province of Como, Varese or Novara. The discount applies by submitting the document to the purchase of the ticket.

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