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.
From next Sat: “Skywalk“ Hallstatt
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!
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.
Hallstatt Lake Shipping & Ferry Boat
Whether large or small trip – this is where you will find an overview of daily excursions from May through October on Lake Hallstatt. Cast off and Ship Ahoy!
Panorama Cruise Hallstatt Get on board and enjoy the lake
Daily trips across Lake Hallstatt. Always possible from 11:00. Cruises are available from a minimum of two people. A "must" for all selfie fans! Discover Lake Hallstatt with Navia. Quick and easy! Cast off!
Boat rental in Hallstatt
Experience the lakes around Hallstatt at their best – during a boat trip with friends or the whole family. In an e-boat or in a pedal boat. Enjoy the absolute peace on Lake Hallstatt.
Theme world "Special experiences"
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?
Up to the sunrise on the mountain
Einzigartiges Urlaubserlebnis für Naturliebhaber, Wanderfreunde oder Fotografen. Mit köstlichem Frühstück in der urigem Berghütte. Das Dachsteinplateau wartet auf dich! Steig ein und fahr mit. Wir sehen und oben!
Natural spectacle - Here the landscape is the star of the show
Discover natural experiences in a class of their own: Unforgettable mountain trips with magical sunsets and rises or magical energetic places to suit every taste. Simply irresistible!
Daily tours through the Ice cave
Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .
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.
Theme world "Autumn holiday & Indian Summer"
You have to experience this: Hiking in autumn - Get a Breath of Mountain Air Now!
Autumn is hiking season: The temperatures are pleasant, nature presents itself in a glowing robe, and on clear days the distant views are fantastic. From a leisurely stroll to a challenging summit hike, the Salzkammergut offers the right tour for every hiker's heart. Now see what autumn brings!
Golden Autumn in the Mountains
Discover the gorgeous colours of autumn in the World Heritage region. It’s time for spectacular mountains, breathtaking sites and culinary delights. You will find it all during your autumn holiday in the Salzkammergut!
Colourful autumn events
Autumn is the time for hiking. However, numerous other events are very popular with autumn holidaymakers in the Salzkammergut. Here you will find the highlights from September to November.
Heilbronn Circular Hiking Trail
wander. At 2000 meters through the unique karst landscape. Climb into a shark’s jaws and live to tell the tale.
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.
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!
Part of your Journey: Guided tours in the Salzkammergut
Would you like to find out more about the country and its people? About the impressive history of the region? Then come along on one of the numerous guided tours in the Salzkammergut area. Whether above ground or underground - an experience every time. There is a suitable answer to every question here. And the trained guides are looking forward to your coming!
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!
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"
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.
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.