World Heritage View on Mount Salzberg in Hallstatt in Austria - © Kraft

Salzwelten Salt Mines of Hallstatt

Important note for hikers this fall
Hiking trail to the Salzberg in Hallstatt closed

Dear hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers, we would like to draw your attention to the fact that the hiking trail to the Salzberg, the so-called "Serpentine Trail", will be closed from December 3, 2024 until the opening of the new Salzbergbahn in spring 2026 due to construction work. Hiking enthusiasts who want to hike on the Plassen, the Steingrabenschneid or to the Skywalk, or to the tunnel entrance at this time, have to make a detour via the Hallstatt Echerntal. Therefore, be sure to plan at least 60 minutes more time for one of these tours.

No one-way tickets at the moment

Hallstatt Salt Mine would like to point out that from 3 December 2024, only tickets for the ascent and descent with the Salzberg cable car will be sold. One-way tickets for the cable car to "Mount Salzberg" and the salt mine are no longer available since 3 December 2024.

One more note

During the construction work, the oldest salt mine in the world and the Skywalk above Hallstatt will be accessible by cable car as usual.

We thank you for your understanding and wish you a wonderful stay in Hallstatt.

Your editorial team

Skywalk & Salt Mine
The Salzberg - a True Family Experience

The Salzberg in Hallstatt is one of the most popular excursion destinations during a visit to the World Heritage town. The funicular railway takes you effortlessly up to the high valley at 838 metres above sea level. The ride takes about 5 minutes. Once at the top, a mountain full of possibilities awaits you: Whether it is the Skywalk or a visit to the oldest salt mine in the world, a delicious meal in the old Rudolfsturm or a trip to see the archaeologists - you'll find the right leisure activities here. In addition, the high valley is also the starting point for numerous hikes. We have summarised an extensive range of offers for you below. We hope you enjoy browsing and look forward to your visit to the Hallstatt Salzberg.

More from Mount Salzberg in Hallstatt

A Winters walk to the Skywalk

Rudolfsturm (Rudolf’s Tower)

© Kraft | Der Rudolfsturm auf dem Salzberg bei einem Urlaub in Hallstatt.

Shop & Visitors center in Hallstatt

© Salzwelten | Besucherzentrum der Salzwelten bei einem Urlaub in Hallstatt im Salzkammergut.

“Skywalk“ of Hallstatt

© Kraft | Aussichtsplattform

Restaurant in the Rudolsturm in Hallstatt

 © Kraft | Restaurants in Hallstatt: Rudolfsturm im kulinarischen Salzkammergut

Themed tour ”Burial grounds“

Guided tours & other events

Thu, Dec. 5, 2024 Salt mine (Salzwelten) Hallstatt, Salzbergstraße 1 Hallstatt

Tue, Jul. 1, 2025 11:00 Salzberg , Hallstatt

Search and Book

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.

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