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!
On 1st of September 2025, extensive construction work will begin on the Salzberg in Hallstatt. What this means for you as a visitor as well as a hiker and nature lover, we have summarized for you below. Please read all information carefully so that unnecessary questions are avoided! From 1st of September 2025 extensive construction work will begin on the Salzberg in Hallstadt. We have summarised what this means for you as a visitor below. Please read the information carefully to avoid unnecessary queries! Dear visitors and guests, we would like to take this opportunity to draw your attention to the fact that the Salt Mine in Hallstatt is only open until 31st of August 2025 this year. From 1st of September 2025 extensive construction work will begin on the "Salzberg site". These will last until June 2026. Access to the Skywalk via Hallstatt is also affected by the closure and the cable car to the Salzberg is also out of service during the reconstruction work. Dear nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts, please note that there will be road closures and diversions in the run-up to and during the reconstruction work on the new Salzberg cable car in Hallstatt. The following information applies, for example, to hikes on the Plassen, to the Steingrabenschneid or to the Dammwiese. For hikers, there are the following trail variants in the period between spring 2025 and early summer 2026: Either via the Hallstatt Echerntal with an additional walking time of about 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the walking speed. Or via a signposted detour from Hallstatter Salzberg Straße, further along part of the "Salzkammergut Soleweg" and through the gorge called "Hölle" to the Salzberg. This signposted diversion has been set up in time and will be removed again after the reconstruction work. If you choose this option, you will reach the conventional hiking trail again near the Knappenhaus. Another note: the popular serpentine path to the Salzberg will remain closed until the end of the construction work. Construction work will begin on 1 September 2025 and will last until early summer 2026. During this time, the salt mine (salt mine) and the Skywalk above Hallstatt will be closed. We thank you for your understanding and wish you an unforgettable and eventful hiking time in the Salzkammergut. Your editorial teamImportant information for visitors:
Salt mine, cable car and Skywalk closed from 01.09.2025!Salt Mine & Skywalk only open until 31st August 2025 this year
Important information for hikers around the Salzberg in Hallstatt
Theme world "Sights & Experiences"
Open until 31st of August 2025: Salt Mine in Hallstatt - the great family experience
Did you know that the Salt Mine is the perfect destination during the summer holidays, not only in the rain but especially in the heat? In the mine, the temperature is between 8 and 10 degrees Celsius all year round. So - if it's crowded at the lake, enjoy cooling off in the salt mines of Hallstatt!
Still open until 31st of August 2025: Skywalk Hallstatt - Unique and spectacular
Everyone needs a bit of excitement! 360 meters above the rooftops of Hallstatt: The spectacular viewing platform "World Heritage View" on the Salzberg (salt mountain). A must to be experienced!
Hallstatt photo point / Instagram Hotspots
The photo point, which is just a short walk from the market square, is one of the world's most beautiful motives. Millions of people have already been photographed against the stunning backdrop.
You don't have to stay forever: Ossuary of Hallstatt
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.
Panoramic trip Hallstatt - Get on board and enjoy the lake
The most beautiful pictures are from the lake. Always possible from 11:00 hrs. Driving is done from two people. A "must" for all selfie enthusiasts! Discover Lake Hallstatt with Navia. Quick and easy! Linen
Don't look far! All offers: Top sights at a click - your travel guide
There is so much to discover in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut. Old mines, mighty cave worlds or spectacular glaciers at romantic lakes - a paradise for cultural- and nature lovers.
Romantic: Across the lake with the swan! Boat rental in Hallstatt
Enjoy Lake Hallstatt from its most beautiful side. Let yourself drift, enjoy the mountain panorama and water, simply let your mind wander. A nice change for connoisseurs, families or couples to explore the lake by boat.
A journey into history: Hallstatt World Heritage Museum
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!
Part of your journey: Guided tours of Hallstatt for everyone
Fancy a guided tour of Hallstatt. Whether as a single tour or with a tour group. The choice is yours. We have summarized everything you need to know in this article. So everything is at a glance and there is more enjoyment for a historical tour of the most beautiful lake town in the world.
Photos that not everyone has. Get a picture of Echern Valley in Hallstatt - A place to be!
Your place for Instagram snapshots: The Glacier garden is a natural monument located in the Hallstatt Echern valley, is a relic from the last Ice age, close by is the waterfall "Waldbachstrub". Now take this picture and poten immediately. Your friends will admire you. Take the picture of your life. Others already have it! What are you waiting for?
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!
Unique customs: Corpus Christi procession on the lake in Hallstatt
Colourful Corpus Christi procession in the Catholic parish church, the romantic marketplace and the unique Lake Hallstatt. A truly "heavenly" experience!
Traditional Events in the Salzkammergut
Genuine and down-to-earth, varied and unusual - the traditional events in the Salzkammergut. This is how you get to know the country and its people! Come and see!
Art & Culture Events in the Salzkammergut
The best of classical music, poetry, jazz, Austropop, theatre and customs through to cabaret and operetta. The best cultural events in the Salzkammergut at a click. Always up to date!
Theme world "Hiking & unforgettable mountain moments"
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!
Guided hikes
Feel as a team. Enjoy conversations, laugh and move, get out of breath, arrive together and look down into the valley and enjoy the wonderful views.
Mountain events in the Salzkammerut
Breakfast on the mountains - guided hikes. The mountains are there to be conquered! From you. And we have the best mountain events for you. this is your time These are your mountains. Do something outside
But it's worth getting up early: sunrise with mountain breakfast
Unique holiday experience for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts or photographers. With delicious breakfast in the mountain restaurant. The Dachstein plateau is waiting for you! Get on board and ride along. It's worth getting up early for that!
There's always something going on here: Obertraun mountain experience
The “Hiking in Autumn Program” includes hiking tours ranging from 500 m to 2100 m above sea level from August to October in Obertraun at Lake Halls.
One for all: The "Dachstein Salzkammergut Ticket"
6 peaks - 1 ticket - The most popular mountain peaks in the region can be reached with a single cheap card. The discounted ticket is valid for the most beautiful peaks and views of the Salzkammergut all summer long.
Perfect end to the day: Full moon trip up the mountain
Spending an evening in the light of a full moon high above Lake Hallstatt is undoubtedly a very special experience. The cable car takes you to Mount Krippenstein. Once you arrive at 2000m, an unforgettable sunset awaits you with a little luck in the weather. Discreet brass music provides atmospheric entertainment.
Theme world "Active Holidays"
Active holidays in the Salzkammergut: Adventure space for adventure seekers and those seeking relaxation
Whether hiking, biking or other outdoor activities - on an active holiday in the Salzkammergut, nature lovers experience varied landscapes and sporting challenges for every level. The lake region offers the right experience for every age group and every interest. Whether hiking to the highest peaks, cycling through the valleys or canyoning in the deepest gorges - unforgettable moments for everyone.
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.
Paragliding: Lake Hallstatt from a bird's eye view - Experience the dream of flying!
Floating weightlessly in the sky. Feel the pure feeling of freedom. Experience nature of a very special kind. Being as free as a bird takes on a dimension of its own. Experience Professional Tandem Paragliding now. The holiday experience!
Theme world "Service & information"
Why pay a lot? Reach for the Salzkammergut Summer Card during your holiday. You can save a lot of money!
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 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.
New: Information for the Salzkammergut on Blue Sky
Information for guests and visitors in the region. In German and English. Here you will find out first. Everything you need for your holiday. We have the Tourismusnwes!
Luggage Storage in Hallstatt
Here you will find all the important information regarding luggage storage in Hallstatt. So that you can “travel light” when visiting the world famous lakeside town.
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.
Questions & Answers about Hallstatt
Our service for holidaymakers and guests during their visit to Hallstatt. Fast, easy and convenient to your request. You ask - we answer. The most important questions at a glance.