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November 10, 2025
The Dossena Mines represent a historical testimony to industrial and mining archaeology in the Brembana Valley.
These mines have been an important resource for mineral extraction, particularly calamine (a zinc ore), since ancient times. The guided tour allows you to explore the main galleries and learn about the history, mining techniques, and miners' lives.
These mines have been an important resource for mineral extraction, particularly calamine (a zinc ore), since ancient times. The guided tour allows you to explore the main galleries and learn about the history, mining techniques, and miners' lives.
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Le Strade Zitte by Turbolento Thinkbike
July 21, 2022
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Departure from Selvino towards Trafficanti (Via Mercatorum) then Serina, Colle di Dossena and at the first houses in the town keep to the right, staying high. The road and the …
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