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

Salzwelten Salt Mines of Hallstatt

Spring is here!

The Salzbergbahn funicular will take you up to the sunny top of the Salzberg in no time. As well as the view of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hallstatt from the Skywalk, you can use the free audio guide app to learn about 7000 years of salt history. So there is nothing to stop you from enjoying a sunny walk in the high valley! And then there is the world-famous salt mine. You have to see it! An absolute must!

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

Tue, Mar. 19, 2024 Salt mine (Salzwelten) Hallstatt, Salzbergstraße 1 Hallstatt

Mon, Jul. 1, 2024 10:00 — 16:00 Salzberg , Hallstatt

Tue, Jul. 2, 2024 11:00 Salzberg , Hallstatt

Mon, Aug. 19, 2024 10:00 — 16:00 Salzberg , Hallstatt

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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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