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Things to do in Hallstatt, Upper Austria: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Hallstatt (German: [ˈhalʃtat]) is a small village in the district of Gmunden, in the Austrian state of Upper Austria. Situated on Hallstätter See, it is part of the Dachstein / Salzkammergut Cultural Landscape, one of the World Heritage Sites in Austria.
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1. Salzwelten Hallstatt
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4.5 based on 1,536 reviews
Take the panorama funicular railway up the mountain at Hallstatt to discover the mysterious attraction of this mystical area. The path leads to the tunnel mouth and into a unique underground world first dug by hand more than 3000 years ago: many kilometres of tunnels lead deep into the rock interior. Enjoy a day full of fun and information at the Salt Mine Hallstatt for the hole family.
Reviewed By auntieboo88 - Ottawa, Canada
If you have a few hours to spare in Hallstatt, taking a tour of the salt mine is a must! A steep funicular takes you up to the prep building where you will don special coveralls and meet your guide. Tour groups are a max of 65 people, but even with that number, you never feel crowded or have trouble hearing/understanding the guide and virtual displays within the mine. Touring the mine is safe, interesting, and full of little surprises, like measuring your speed on one of the wooden slides that would carry miners between different levels within the mountain!
2. Central Square Marktplatz
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4.5 based on 875 reviews
Reviewed By lionusc
I like the very good and preserve market square of Hallstatt all oeiginal traditional architect n walking from parking only 10mnt with beautiful lake panoramic and shop also bar n some restaurant
3. Parish of the Assumption
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4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By RechkeSRB - Belgrade, Serbia
Modest interior and monumental facade with high bell tower. Interesting place to visit, especially early in the morning when you can see sunlight coming through the high windows. View of the lake is amazing in the morning from the church yard, water has deep blue color and surrounding mountains are casting shadows, which makes the scenery absolutely fantastic
4. Old Town
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4.5 based on 1,319 reviews
Reviewed By TatteredBackpack - New York City, United States
Simply a gorgeous place, on par with other world attractions like Venice and Macchu Picchu. Even the bus/train ride from Salzburg is beautiful. However, do try to go before the summer crush. We were there in May when it was still chilly and it was already getting crowded once the buses rolled in. Definitely stay overnight so that you can do the fantastic hikes in the area like Echernthal or around the lake., or down the hill. Also, it's a different experience to have the old town to yourself at night.
5. Hallstatt Skywalk "Welterbeblick"
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4.5 based on 1,284 reviews
Experience a bird's eye view of Hallstatt! The new viewing platform extends 12 metres from the mountainside and 360 meters above the ground.
Reviewed By Chicaree - Chicago, United States
There would be no reason to go to Hallstatt & not take the funicular up the mountain, unless of course, you are in shape to walk up. We are not, so we rode the funicular to the viewing platform joining the small crowd waiting patiently for their turn to snap perfect Instagram shots & gaze out at the spectacular views of the Hallstätter See & the breathtaking backdrop of still-snow-covered-in-May mountains. The wonder of nature’s majesty is evident in this peaceful place, the smooth as glass See (Lake), the endless mountains that fringe the view in every direction & fast running streams creating the perfect relaxation playlist. The price of your ticket is two-way, stop at the Information Center to get a discount coupon. Parking is the most challenging aspect of visiting Hallstatt, there is ZERO street parking, there are designated lots showing the number of open spaces available, but the day we visited, our lot showed 20+ available & there were 3. We got lucky & found a space, but driving a large vehicle is not advised, the cost to park is very reasonable, remember to take your ticket & pay at the machine before driving to the exit. We also did the Salt Mine Tour - cannot recommend, it didn’t measure up to other Salt mine tours we have done, but many people in our group enjoyed it so that is something for you to research & consider. You do not have to take the Salt Mine tour, it is a separate price, but if the weather conditions are favorable, do not miss the incredible views from the Skywalk platform & Cafe Restaurant.
6. Hallstatt Ossuary
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4.0 based on 486 reviews
Reviewed By RHtravels - Rocky Hill, United States
If you like bone churches, this one is nice because it is small so you are really close to the skulls and can read the writing. We liked that there was only one other couple visiting at the same time so we were able to take turns getting all of the pictures we wanted without feeling claustrophobic.
7. Hallstatt Lutheran Church
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4.0 based on 225 reviews
Reviewed By zimmys57 - Delavan, United States
We arrived by train taking the ferry boat across the lake to the village. Having previously seen photographs of Hallstatt the church and stepple attrach your immediate attention as you approach. The church is old and well preserved and the inside gives you a feeling of solitude and reflection. Take the time to sit inside and remember your lost loved ones.
