Hallstatt

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Top sights in this small village in Austria’s Lake District include a 4000-year-old salt mine and the historic village square.

Of all the scenic views, lakes and villages that comprise Austria’s Salzkammergut region, the village of Hallstatt is probably the most beautiful and quaint. With a history going back almost 7,000 years, it is also a treasure trove for archaeologists and is internationally recognized as a cultural world heritage site. 

Most visitors like to come during the warmer months, but in fall the landscape takes on a decidedly mystical quality, making the region around Hallstatt perfect for hiking tours and providing more great photo opportunities. In winter, Hallstatt is also a good base for the nearby ski-resort Krippenstein. 

Take a ride out onto Lake Hallstatt with one of the local wooden Plaette (rowboats) and look back on the village to capture one of the most photographed vistas in Austria. Nestled between the shore and the steep Dachstein Massiv mountains in the background, there is so little building space that some houses are accessible only via the lake and the buidlings are neatly stacked one atop of the other. The colorful facades greet visitors arriving by ferry from the train station on the opposite lake shore.

Locals in Hallstatt still cherish old Austrian traditions, such as the annual Corpus Christi procession on Lake Hallstatt. At “Dirndl to Go,” you can try on or rent a variety of popular traditional Austrian costumes (Dirndl).

Apart from sights such as the 15h-century Pfarrkirche (Parish Church) and the adjacent “Beinhaus,” Hallstatt is most famous for the “Salzwelten” (salt deposits), located about 1,640 feet (500 meter) above the town itself. These rich deposits probably drew the first settlers here in the Stone Age. The mining shafts from the Bronze Age are said to be among the oldest in the world. At the Salzwelten, explore the old mining tunnels and gain insights into mining techniques used throughout the ages. 

The discovery of a nearby cemetery yielded so many finds for the period from 800-600 BC, that the Celtic culture of the era was named the Hallstatt Civilization. Finds from the site can be seen at the World Heritage Museum.

Hallstatt is located in Austria’s Salzkammergut (Lake District) and is about an hour’s drive to the east of Salzburg.

Heritage Hotel Hallstatt

Heritage Hotel Hallstatt

4 out of 5
Landungsplatz 101, Hallstatt, Upper Austria
The price is CA $366 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $366
CA $413 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hallstatt. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Great stay with an amazing view and nice room
"We were upgraded to a suite, but it was located in a different building. A bellhop placed our luggage in a motorized carrier, and we hoofed it up to the site with his guidance. This might have been a tough climb for some folks, but we didn't have any trouble and the view/room were amazing. Both breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2025

Heritage Hotel Hallstatt
Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only

Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only

4 out of 5
Dr. Friedrich-Morton-Weg 24, Hallstatt, Salzburg
The price is CA $390 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
CA $390
CA $509 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Hallstatt. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hallstatt Central Square and Hallstatt ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (198 reviews)
"Perfect location - overlooking the lake and village"

Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2025

Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only
Hotel Haus am See Self Check-in

Hotel Haus am See Self Check-in

2 out of 5
Obertraun 169, Obertraun, Oberösterreich
The price is CA $207 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
CA $207
CA $239 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Obertraun. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (452 reviews)
Gorgeous Lake View
"You need to book the lake view rooms! Walking onto the balcony at all hours to admire the lake was the star of the show, especially when there's a boat playing live music in the evening. The owner, Franz, was so helpful to my elderly Asian mom. Her English isn't the best, and she told me he was patient ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2025

Hotel Haus am See Self Check-in
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only

Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only

4 out of 5
Dr. Friedrich-Morton-Weg 24, Hallstatt, Salzburg
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Hallstatt. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hallstatt Central Square and Hallstatt ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (198 reviews)
"Perfect location - overlooking the lake and village"

Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2025

Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only
Hallstatt Lakeview House - House in the center of Hallstatt with lake view

Hallstatt Lakeview House - House in the center of Hallstatt with lake view

Hallstatt
Stay at this vacation home in Hallstatt. Enjoy balconies and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Hallstatt Central Square and Hallstatt Lake are located ...
Outstanding location.
"Owner was wonderful in answering questions and responsiveness."

Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2023

Hallstatt Lakeview House - House in the center of Hallstatt with lake view
HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Bad Goisern

HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Bad Goisern

3.5 out of 5
Schmiedgasse 15, Bad Goisern, Oberösterreich
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Bad Goisern. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Hallstatt Lake and Hallstatt Central ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
Great option
"Really great option in lovely wee town. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025

HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Bad Goisern
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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