Hallstatt: Your holiday place in Austria
Holiday in the World Heritage Region
The village Hallstatt is such an unbelievably spectacular place that even the Chinese have created a copy of the ancient salt mine village. But only in the original will you discover this truly unique culture with such a history all in a breath-taking mountain setting. The market municipality was already inhabited in the 1st millenium before Christ: during this period - the iron age - the civilization flourished. The following pages you will discover all there is to make your vacation in Hallstatt an unforgetable one. Find hotels in Hallstatt online and spend an exciting holiday among mountains and lakes with events and culture along with a lot of nature in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut. We look forward to your visit!
Theme world "Sights & Experiences"
The experience for the whole family! Daily tours through the Salt Mine in Hallstatt - A place to be!
Feel the magic of bygone days and immerse yourself in a magical realm of glistening salt crystals, mysterious mine tunnels, where history comes alive.
A Winters walk to the Skywalk
Fairytale landscapes high above Hallstatt. With thrills on the Skywalk and culinary delights in the Rudolfsturm. For all those looking for short excursion routes. A "must" during your wintry Hallstatt visit.
World Heritage museum Hallstatt
How did the people of Hallstatt live in the past? How did they earn their crust? The answers to these and other questions will be provided on a journey through time of the extra class in the heart of Hallstatt. Open all year!
Hallstatt Charnel House
With over 1200 skulls (more than 600 of which are painted and sorted by family), this small chapel is one of the most popular locations with visitors to Hallstatt.
Theme world "Holidays in the snow"
“Silent Night“ in the Salzkammergut
Reflective, down to earth, delicious! Enjoy the pre-Christmas period in the Salzkammergut. A pleasure for all your senses! Where time stands still! Let yourself be enchanted. The place to be!
Christmas Market the historic marketplace in the centre
Idyllic World Heritage Advent at yout winter holiday around Lake Hallstatt. Only on 8th December 2023. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt in Austria!
Krampus Run in Hallstatt
Colourful fire show with hot drinks, St. Nicholas, and lots of devilishly good masks. A hell of a good spectacle that shouldn’t be missed!
Winter offers at a glance
Alles für einen unvergesslichen Urlaub im Schnee. Vom Skifahren über Langlaufen bis zum Schneeschuhwandern. Wir die Angebote! Sie haben die Wahl.
Ski areas at a glance
It doesn't matter if you are looking for a challenge; if you want to casually weave down the hillside; if you are looking to pick up the latest snowboarding tricks and jumps.
Snowshoe hiking offers at a glance
We walk on snowshoes through snow-covered nature. The silence is broken only by the crunch of the snow under our feet. Breathe deeply and enjoy the moment - a dream! Let yourself be enchanted by a unique panorama in the middle of the mountains!
Horse drawn sleigh rides
Wrapped in a thick wool blanket and warmed by the tentative rays of the winter sun, you can enjoy the peace of nature in the magical winter landscape of the UNESCO World Hertitage.
Event calendar & theme worlds
To keep an overview: The calendar of events for the region
What's going on in the Salzkammergut? All events at a click. Our event calendar at a click. From conventions to concerts. From nature to culture. Here you will find events in Obertraun, Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau or Bad Ischl. From tradition to hiking. The choice is yours!
Torch walk in Hallstatt
Wait until it's dark! Then Hallstatt shows itself from a completely different side and stories take on their very own charm. To be experienced every Saturday. In prominent footsteps through the night!
Your holiday planner: events for the holidays
Hello everyone! This is going to be a special holiday season: Lasting concert experiences. Unforgettable nature hikes through the snow. Colorful customs. Genuine tradition. Lots of variety. Look forward to a varied range of events between Christmas and "Three Kings Day”. Enjoy this festive time of the year!
35th Int. Sparkassen Lake Hallstatt Half-Marathon 2024
A new year - a new challenge! Runners are looking forward to 28 th of April 2024. Because then the runners run around the Lake Hallstatt again. Registration is already possible.
Theme world "Service & information"
Salzkammergut Winter Card.
For all bargain hunters. Available at any tourist office. Free for stays of three nights or more. Save on mountain cable cars or tourist sights. Pick up the Salzkammergut Winter Card now. A good choice!
Information: Anything you want to know – at a glance
Whether you plan on staying in the Dachstein Salzkammergut region for several days or a mere few hours, whether you travel by yourself or with friends and family – we supply detailed information for your visit in the Dachstein Salzkammergut region.
Hallstatt Tourist Office
Informative brochures and catalogues with great offers for any time of the year can be sent to you quickly and at no obligation.
Parking in Hallstatt
You might have noticed that the centre of Hallstatt is densely packed and the few existing parking lots are reserved for the local population.
Theme world "Active Holidays"
One click: inspiration for active holidaysin the Salzkammergut
Hiking, climbing, water sports, mountain biking - the mountains of the Salzkammergut meet all the requirements for a varied active holiday from spring through summer to autumn. Whether calm or fast-paced - there is something for everyone. Guaranteed!
Sound of nature: Best of Hiiking in the Salzkammergut - trails for every level
Summit happiness and deep valleys, shady beer gardens, fragrant meadows, culture & culinary delights along the way - that's hiking in the Salzkammergut. Nature lovers will find everything to please their hiking hearts. Get a breath of mountain air now!
Mountain biking & E-biking
Whether you ride a mountain bike to achieve sporting ambitions or for pure enjoyment, the Hallstatt is a bikers' paradise.
Rock Climbing
Rock climbing has become very popular in region Dachstein-Salzkammergut over the last number of years. And no wonder – there thousands of cliffs, bluffs and crags for climbers to test their skills.
The magic of water
Hiking and mountain biking is getting more and more popular, but also rafting, canyoning, kayaking be the ultimate recreation for a sporty tourist!
SUP – Stand-Up-Paddling on Lake Hallstatt
The world-famous view of Hallstatt, idyllic bathing spots, enjoyable stopovers - there is a lot to discover during stand-up paddling on Lake Hallstatt. An experience for both big and small water sports enthusiasts!
Canyoning around Lake Hallstatt
Sometimes wild, sometimes picturesque - definitely natural! Beautiful gorges & canyons and many new experiences and adventures await you while canyoning in the World Heritage.