Sights
Aan unforgettable piece of Austria -
The most beautiful sides of summer
Sport or recreation, adventure or enjoyment, in the valley or in the mountains. In the four communities of the UNESCO World Heritage Region Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut - Hallstatt, Gosau, Bad Goisern and Obertraun - you will experience unforgettable moments. New attractions and experiences are waiting to be discovered, offering a wide variety of thrills and relaxation. And with the Salzkammergut Summer Card you can save money on many sightseeing tours and entrance fees. Around the fjord-like Hallstättersee and the picturesque Gosau valley, there are many attractions and experiences waiting to be discovered.
Attractions and experiences at a glance
The Neuwildenstein Stately Home
Bad Goisern | Hand.Werk.Haus: Still not found any souvenirs from your vacation? Then why not take a look at Hand.Werk.Haus Goisern in the town's centre. Here you will find a large selection of unique handicrafts "Made in Salzkammergut" for all occasions.
Discover Lake Hallstatt
The 5.9-kilometre-long Lake Hallstatt in the Austrian province of "Upper Austria" invites you to enjoy early bathing fun, extensive boat tours and numerous events on the shore and on the water all year round. Immerse yourself in the "Lake Hallstatt Nature Experience" during your visit to the Salzkammergut in Austria.
Anzenaumühle Adventure Museum
Fancy fresh bread? Or would you like to watch the baker at work? Immerse yourself in a centuries-old history. Come with me to the Adventure Museum "Anzenaumühle" in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt.Aa great family outing for the whole family. You should definitely check it out. Otherwise you missed something.
The spa gardens in Bad Goisern
Shady trees, a small stream, lots of benches to "unwind" and plenty of peace and quiet. The “Kurpark” (spa park) of Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt brings a time-out to everyday life - and right in the centre. An oasis of peace and relaxation. See you there!
“Skywalk“ of Hallstatt
Hallstatt | Salzberg: Everyone needs a bit of excitement! 350 meters above the rooftops of Hallstatt: The spectacular viewing platform "World Heritage View" on the Salzberg (salt mountain). A must to be experienced!
The World Heritage museum of 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 Salt Worlds
Hallstatt | Salt mine: On the trail of the "Man in Salt" in the oldest salt mine in the world. Going through tunnels which have been hand dug by people over 3000 years ago. A Family Experience!
Dachstein Caves
Obertraun | The Giant Ice Caves: One of the greatest Ice caves in the world and one of the greatest sightseeing destinations in the Alps. Closed until 28. april 2012.
The Lumbe Jack Museum - The tough life of a Lumber Jack
The hard life of the lumberjacks: The woodcutter museum in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt not only shows its visitors in the old woodcutters' parlour how the woodcutters lived, worked and lived at that time, it also brings them closer to the enormous importance of wood as a raw material for the Salzkammergut.
The Landler museum
Bad Goisern | The Landler or Transylvanian Landler museum: Discover the traditions and history of the Landler in a rare exhibition.
A unique natural jewel: the "Echern Valley" in Hallstatt
Magnificent waterfalls, rushing glacier streams, a stone garden, endless photo motifs - the Echern Valley (in German "Echerntal") invites all nature lovers to discover. And this is only a few minutes' walk from the centre of Hallstatt.
Hallstatt photo point
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, which for many visitors counts as one of the most beautiful motives in Europe.
Unforgettable holiday experience: "Salt Ship" Navia Obertraun & Hallstatt
Take an extraordinary ride on Lake Hallstatt with Navia, and turn back time. On board a Zille, sister to those that transported the “white gold” from Hallstatt’s Salzberg, or Salt Mountain, into the wider world 500 years ago.
Adventure mountain "Dachstein Krippenstein" in Obertraun - Cave worlds for summiteers
Obertraun | Krippenstein: Discover the fairytale world of the Ice cave and follow in the footsteps of the cave researchers through the Mammut Cave and Koppenbrüller Cave. Feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins on the 5fingers viewing platform.
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Highlights & theme worlds
In the Salkammergut Dachstein region there is plenty to see and do – at all seasons of the year. Here are the event highlights around the year!
Active
Take a tour by E-Bike around Lake Hallstatt and see the area from a new perspective. The bikes give you extra power and ease the strain on your joints.
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
Salzkammergut booking - Are you still looking for accommodation?
Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.