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Daily tours through the Salt Mine "Salzwelten" in Hallstatt

The world’s oldest Salt Mine

Immerse yourself with us in the world underground and look forward to many unforgettable impressions, which you will not only experience in the course of the guided tour, but will experience with all your senses. Everything you need for a successful adventure.

Whether as an alternative to hot summer days, an outing for rainy weather, or simply for any reason at all, a fantastic trip through the world’s oldest salt mine, the Salzwelten (saltmine) in Hallstatt, is a wonderful excursion for all types of weather and occasions. The tour is a must-see and one of the top tourist attractions during a vacation in Hallstatt.

Since more than 7.000 years the high mountain valley of Hallstatt has determined – due to the vital importance of salt – the destinies, privations and achievements of the local people. Encounter the legends at every turn from the dark past and the glowing power of the “White Gold”. Doubtless there are only a few places in this world where one feels the historical significance to such an extent as in this small valley – in fact a whole epoch of mankind became known worldwide as “The Hallstatt Era” (800 until 400 BC).

On the traces of the »Man Preserved in Salt«

Deep in the mountain, in the fascinating world of the underground, where humans have been mining salt since thousands of years has nowadays become a world of undreamt-of impressions, fun and adventure: a miner’s slide, a subterranean salt lake and an exciting trip with the mining railroad are the highlights of the Salzwelten Hallstatt.

Daily tours

From the middle of April to the beginning of November, the daily tours of the Hallstatt Salzwelten invite visitors to tread the mine’s secretive paths and explore unique treasures of mankind. As you journey through geological history, not only will you gain intriguing knowledge, but all your senses will be engaged in a world of spectacular fantasy and captivating imagination.

Our tip: During your visit to the Salzwelten in Hallstatt, we would greatly recommend a detour to the Hallstatt Sky Walk. This spectacular viewing platform sits high above Hallstatt and offers an idyllic panoramic view of Lake Hallstatt and the breathtaking alpine landscape ranging from the Sarstein to the Plassen mountains.

Please take note that depending on the season, the operating times for the funicular to the Salzberg (salt mountain) and the visiting times for the Salzwelten vary. Exact information can be found under “Information at a glance”. We hope that you have an unforgettable experience during your visit to the Salzwelten of Hallstatt.

New Ticket Shop of the Salzwelten
New service!

How to buy “Salzwelten” tickets today!
The “Salzwelten” Salt Mine in Hallstatt offers a very special service for anyone who has other plans. In the new shop, near the bus terminal, visitors can purchase their ticket for the “Salzbergbahn” cable car or a tour of the oldest salt mine in the world simply and easily before they start their tour of Hallstatt. Then there is more time to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the town and long waiting times at the cash register are a thing of the past. See you in the new “Salzwelten” Ticket Shop in the Sparkasse house!

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Salt mine "Salzwelten" & Skywalk Hallstatt

Hallstatt - Small village with a great history

The picturesque village on the lake with the same name owes its existence to the rich salt deposit of salt in the mountain of Hallstatt. 7000 years ago, as the prehistoric humans from Hallstatt began to take the salt from the salt mine who would of guessed, that this little village would give its name to a period in history – the Hallstatt period (800-400 BC). Rich findings in Hallstatt and the upper valley of Hallstatt gave this village international recognition; even today discoveries are still made in the salt mountain of Hallstatt. Among the most beautiful places of interest are the oldest salt mine in the world and the ossuary in Hallstatt, a romantic boat ride on Lake Hallstatt, a trip to the breathtaking cave world in Obertraun and a visit to the Lake Gosau with the mighty Dachstein glacier. Additionally, Bad Goisern is popular in the summer with hikers and bikers. In winter guests are lured in by the ski areas of Dachstein West in Gosau and the Ski and Freeride Arena in neighboring Obertraun with perfect slope conditions. We wish you an unforgettable holiday in Hallstatt!

Daily tours through the Ice cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

The Dachstein Krippenstein adventure mountain in Obertraun will start its daily summer operation on Wednesday, 1 May

Here's what you need to know by now!
Open:
Section 1 to the Cave Worlds from 1 May 2024
Section 2 to the Skywalk "5Fingers" will follow on 11.5.2024.

New from 1.5.2024: The Schönbergalm (name of the alpine pasture) presents itself with a new concept especially for families and groups. For the first time in the history of the Dachstein Salzkammergut mountain railways, the mountain railways will operate the restaurant themselves, as well as the Dachstein Krippenstein mountain restaurant from 11 May 2024 with an equally new concept and unique cuisine with a mix of regional, seasonal and international specialties at 2,100 meters above sea level with a view of the Dachstein glacier.

Of course 365 ticket: The year-round ticket for the 6 summer mountain railways and 3 ski areas of the BBDS (Bergbahnen Dachstein Salzkammergut) is currently available for only € 629.00 (young people 375.00 and children € 219.00, a separate year-round ticket is also offered for the dogs). All information here: www.dachstein.at/de/aktuelles/neuigkeiten/natuerlich-365-ticket or on www.bbds.at. With the Natur 365 ticket you can travel for only € 1.72 per day with all the facilities of the mountain railways.

Awarded for the cable car

The Dachstein Krippenstein cable car in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt has been awarded as one of the best Austrian summer mountain ranges. By fulfilling 160 criteria, the Dachstein Krippenstein has been certified as one of the best Austrian summer mountain railways. The seal of approval is a promise of quality to the guests and the region. The Dachstein Krippenstein was able to convince with innovative offers such as the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave, the Mammoth Cave, the 5fingers viewing platform and the World Heritage Spiral.

The seal of approval is an initiative of the Association of Cable Cars of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce and has stood for quality, cooperation and the sustainable development of the alpine mountain summer for over 20 years. Only those mountain railways that guarantee their guests innovative and carefree nature experiences on the mountain through a variety of offers are awarded. The Dachstein Krippenstein was particularly convincing in the category Panorama & Nature Experience.

A wonderful world of ice

The Castle of the Holy Grail, Parsifal Dome and King Arthur’s Dome: all of these fairytale names conceal fascinating scenes of ice and stone which you can enjoy at close range during a visit to the ice cave. Accompanied by experienced cave guides, you can explore the magical underground world of Dachstein. The spectacular ice sculptures, gigantic ice curtains and impressive giant icicles never fail to captivate with their special magic! A mystical cave of ice and rock which enchants even the youngest guests of magical cave.

Guided tour through Dachstein Ice cave

The Dachstein Ice cave lies high above the Trauntal valley and is just a few minutes’ walk away from the Schönbergalm. The ice is formed by water which seeps from the Dachstein plateau down into the cave through small cracks and joins in the cliff. When outside temperatures lie above freezing but the caves still contain very cold air, the penetrating water freezes and forms magnificent ice shapes which define the magic of the giant Ice cave.

Even when the water which seeps into the cave is warm in Summer, leading to a slight melting of this ice, the overall balance is one of growth; the Winter-Spring growth exceeds the Summer-Autumn ice loss and thereby guarantees the survival of this magnificent natural showcase. Visitors can submerse themselves inside this world of natural wonder during 50 minute tours, experiencing the magic of this ice landscape at close hand. Experienced guides lead guests through ice-free passageways and a stalactite hall down to ‘St. Arthur’s Dome’. Here in this hall, dominated by powerful blocks of rock, the bones of cave bears have been found which bear signs of human processing.

Stairs through the narrow keyhole make it easier to access the higher level of the cave with its fantastic ice formations which form the highlight of a visit to the cave. From the ‘ice palace’, the route leads on to the ‘Parsifal Dome’ and to the ‘Big Ice Mountain’ – a ball of ice over 9 m tall. From here, it’s on to the powerful bell of the ‘Castle of the Holy Grail’ which shimmers in colours from white to dark blue, depending on the lighting.

A connecting passageway runs along the 25 m thick ice floor of the adjacent ‘Tristan Dome’ while the descent down to the ‘Big Ice Chapel’ based on the cave ice creates a lasting impression of underground beauty. Then walking past the ice abyss (overcoming this was the greatest obstacle to researching this cave), visitors reach the exit with beautiful views of the Krippenstein and Hallstättersee lake.

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Dear "cave explorers", in "Information at a Glance" below we have listed the current running times of the Dachstein Krippenstein cable car. In addition to the general operating times, you will also find the "first ride" up to the Schönbergalm to the cave worlds and the "last descent". So now it is even easier and more convenient to plan your trip to the Giant Ice.

Further information

When visiting the caves (only permissible with a trained guide), we recommend that you wear robust shoes and warm clothing. Temperatures in the Ice cave rarely exceed freezing point and in the other caves there is only an average temperature of 4 °C.

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Dachstein Giant Ice Cave Obertraun

Tours in 8 languages

Tours through the ice and mammoth cave will become even more exciting and interesting with the Audio-Guide-App! Download the free "Audio Guide for your Smartphone" using the QR code via WiFi. The points for the languages English, French, Japanese, Mandarin, Czech, Italian and Hungarian can be found in the base and middle stations (access to the Cave Worlds) of the Dachstein Krippenstein cable car - and if you do not have headphones for your smartphone with you, you obtain a disposable headphone for €1 at the base station. We hope you enjoy your journey of discovery through the impressive Cave Worlds of the Dachstein.

More popular excursions

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

A visit to the Koppenbrüller Cave offers an impressive insight into the underground waterways of the inside of the Dachstein. Pathways secured against flooding mean that guests can visit in safety, even in bad weather!

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun

Daily tours through the Ice cave

Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

The endless expanse of the Dachstein massif from inside – the giant Cave is one of the largest karst caves in the world impresses with its size, variety of shapes and spectacular artistic installations – something you would never expect to see beneath the ground!

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

Whether you take a short trip with the Dachstein Krippenstein cable car to sunbathe on the vast Gjadalm, or visit the "Lodge am Krippenstein" for the unique panoramic view of the impressive Dachstein mountains - unforgettable mountain moments that can simply not be missed during a holiday in the Salzkammergut! Mountaineers of all ages will find a perfectly marked network of trails and unforgettable nature experiences at over 2,000 m: hiking on the Nature Trail via the Wiesberghaus to Hallstatt, a tour of discovery through the impressive karst landscape on the Heilbronner circular trail or a hike with overnight stay to the Simonyhütte. Many unforgettable sights, such as the spectacular "5fingers" viewing platform, the ship-shaped World Heritage spiral, fascinating cave worlds, or the iconic prehistoric shark, complete the wide range of excursions in the Dachstein hiking world. The mountains are calling - when will you call back?

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

The Dachstein Krippenstein adventure mountain in Obertraun will start its daily summer operation on Wednesday, 1 May

Here's what you need to know by now!
Open:
Section 1 to the Cave Worlds from 1 May 2024
Section 2 to the Skywalk "5Fingers" will follow on 11.5.2024.

Awarded for the cable car

Cave labyrinth of superlatives

The endless expanse of the Dachstein massif from inside – the giant Mammut Cave is sure to impress with its vast size and interplay of colours – something you would never expect to see beneath the ground in of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut in Austria! The name ‘Mammut Cave’ (Mammoth cave) was chosen by explorers due to the astonishing dimensions of the underground spaces and passageways contained within this cave system. At present, more than 70 km of these passageways have been explored – around 1 km of them can be viewed during the guided tours.

This exciting tour awaits you in the Mammut Cave

During 1 hour tours of the Mammut Caves, visitors gain insight into how the caves developed and the work of the cave researchers. They learn how powerful volumes of water once gushed through the mountain as well as the problems which confronted cave researchers in the ‘Midnight Dome’ during their multi-day expeditions of the inside of the mountain. In this ‘Kingdom of shadows’, there are no boundaries to the imagination. Here, nature has created its own images from the white mountain milk and brown iron oxide, generating names such as ‘Cave Venus’ and ‘Woman with Hooped Skirt’. And finally, installations from the Linz University of Art (such as the incidence of light and cave scan projects) never fail to impress.

Art in the mountain

Light and shade in the Mammut cave – the ‘Laser scan’ and ‘Incidences of light’ installations captivate in the endless gloom of one of Europe’s largest caves. A swivelling laser beam highlights the surfaces of the cave and brings to life bizarre aluminium objects through the interplay of light and shade. Particularly impressive is the projection of a mediaeval church window which emerges from the cliff as if from nowhere. Plenty of surprises guaranteed!

The history of the Mammut Cave

The West entrance to the Mammut Cave was used as a cellar for many centuries. Poachers, once numerous in the Inner Salzkammergut area, also used the area to store any game they caught. In 1910, exploration began of the seemingly endless corridors of the Mammuth Cave from the western side. On the East side, facing the ice cave, several ice entrances were identified which were finally linked with the western section in 1914. The First World War brought a halt to the research activities. After the end of the war, the military built a route through the Mammut Cave which was then improved over the decades which followed.

Today, over 60 km of the Mammuth Cave have been researched. The impressive size of the passageways and the hope of finding one of the longest caves in Europe prompted researchers to choose this name (transl. Mammoth Cave). Over the last few years, artistic installations have made the Mammut Cave even more attractive and the Dachstein caves are now impressing visitors with their new look.

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Tours in 8 languages

More popular excursions

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun

Daily tours through the Ice cave

Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

Guided Canoe Tours on Lake Hallstatt

Tempting Lake Hallstatt

A day on the water. Take a break from everyday life and head for new shores. Discover small bays and the vastness of fjord-like Lake Hallstatt. This and much more is offered by the guided canoe tours of Pathfinder Events in Bad Goisern. Gerhatd Gschwandtner not only takes you to the most beautiful spots of the Salzkammergut’s fifth largest lake, but also tells about the many special characteristics between the mountains and the lake. This makes a trip on the water even more fun. So, what are you waiting for? Inquire without obligation and enjoy pure water fun.

Daily Guided Canyoning Tours

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Canyoning in the Salzkammergut
by Outdoor Leadership Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt

Daily Guided Canyoning Tours

Canyoning in the Salzkammergut for beginners and advanced. Abseiling, jumping into pools, sliding down chutes formed by water, hiking through impressive nature, the fun and adventure factor is huge! With different levels of difficulty and tours, it is guaranteed to remain adventurous.

Guided Sea Kayak and Canoe Tours on Lake Hallstatt

Freedom on the water

For once, don't swim with the masses, don't move in the vortex of mass tourism - but tread your own waterways. How about this? The guides from Outdoor Leadership make it possible: Discover Lake Hallstatt from a completely different side - from the surface of the water. By canoe or kayak. Glide comfortably and elegantly over the water. Explore unusual angles and discover hidden places. In addition, there are mystical and funny stories about one of the most beautiful bodies of water in the Salzkammergut.

Equipment and guide are ready for you - what is missing now are you? So register now and book an unforgettable holiday experience. Details, prices and the contact address can be found below under "Information at a glance". We wish you an unforgettable day on Lake Hallstatt!

Here's what you need to know!

On this tour, they are on the road with the pros. Outdoor Leadership from Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt can look back on decades of experience in the outdoor sports sector. The guides are perfectly prepared and of course knowledgeable about the area. You can book the guided tours in German or English. Boats and equipment are available from the organizer. We recommend that you register in good time. At least one or two days before the appointment. Changes due to weather may be possible at any time.

Guided Climbing Offers in the Salzkammergut

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Intersport Via Ferrata on the Donnerkogel

Experiences on the Face

In the Inner Salzkammergut, embedded in a magnificent backdrop or mountains and lakes, we have numerous via ferratas of all difficulty levels and lengths. Our professional guides will respond to your wishes and take good care of you!

Unique Rope Experience in Bad Goisern

Always the first choice

The unique rope garden of Outdoor Leadership in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt, which is built entirely on natural rocks, is an experience of the first choice. There are hanging bridges, balancing trees, rope swing, flying fox slides, abseiling points, short via ferrata climbs ...... Beginners, advanced, families and children from 8 years of age, everyone is challenged but not overwhelmed! The focus here is not on sportiness but the shared experience with lots of fun and a dose of courage!

Daily Guided Tour of Hallstatt 2024 "Individual”

Your individual tour of Hallstatt

Do you fancy a guided tour of the world-famous lakeside town of Hallstatt? But want to remain flexible? Then we would like to recommend our "Hallstatt Individual" tour. On this tour through the historic centre of Hallstatt, state-certified guides will accompany you on your way through history.

Tailor-made to your wishes. Whether small groups, bus tour groups, individuals or school classes - the Austria Guides are happy to cater to your wishes on your "Individual" tour.

Register first - then be amazed

For organisational reasons, we would like to ask you to register in writing or by telephone a few days in advance. You will find the contact details below under "Information at a glance". Only then can the Austria Guides offer you an unforgettable experience tailored to your needs.

Sudhaus Bad Ischl - Exhibition & Guided Tours

What awaits the interested visitor?

Water and wood are also determining factors; without them there would be no salt production. But salt and water are also vital for our bodies. Our organism consists of 65% water and requires a daily ration of at least five grams of salt. After all, salt and water are actually enemies that devour and dissolve each other and are condemned to exist symbiotically until they are perhaps separated again in a “Sudhaus” (brewhouse).

"Sudhaus" is the central art exhibition of the Capital of Culture. With international and national participation by renowned artists, an extremely broad spectrum of themes is presented, introduced by documents from regional history. The themes of salt and water are presented with different facets and approaches in the form of objects, sculptures, installations, film, photographic and sound works.

Part of the show refers to the "Open Water Dialogues" conference, which deals with burning issues such as disappearing glaciers and the increasing scarcity of water worldwide.

Ausstellung für alle

Die Ausstellung, die bis zum Jahresende in Bad Ischl zu sehen sein wird, ist nicht nur ein grandioser Ausflugstipp für Gäste aus aller Welt an regnerischen Urlaubstagen, sondern bietet auch durch seine Mehrsprachigkeit die ideale Möglichkeit, mehr über seine Gastgeber-Region zu erfahren.
Exhibition for everyone
The exhibition, which will be on display in Bad Ischl until the end of the year, is not only a great excursion tip for guests from all over the world on rainy vacation days, but also, thanks to its multilingualism, offers the ideal opportunity to find out more about your host region.

Another tip: guided tours at the weekend

For all those who would like to delve even deeper into the subject matter, we recommend a guided tour of the exhibition. You can find out more about the guided tours, for which you do not need to register, under "Information at a Glance" below.

We hope you have an informative and relaxing time visiting this exhibition in the heart of the European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024!

Wake-up call from the Hallstatt Salt Band

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:49:26 +0200

With "Timpani & Trumpets"

A holiday in the Salzkammergut is only enjoyable when you can immerse yourself in the tradition of the country and its people. A fixed point in the customs calendar of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut is the musical wake-up call on 1 May. On these days, the musicians of the Hallstatt Salinenkapelle get up very early, slip into their festive uniforms and parade with "timpani and trumpets" through the "most beautiful lake town in the world", as it was aptly called by the world traveller Alexander von Humboldt at the beginning of the 19th century.

The morning music event is accompanied by the local Schüzuen club with numerous shots and volleys. A special sound experience. Especially when the shots find their echo in the narrow valley basin over the lake.

So if you hear cheerful sounds in the early morning during your holiday in Hallstatt – don't be alarmed! This is the salt music of Hallstatt. They just want to play!

Historic

The salt music is as much a part of Hallstatt as the numerous sights of the ancient salt production site in the heart of Austria. The "Salinenmusik" (name of the brass band) is one of the oldest chapels in the Salzkammergut after the "Bürgermusik Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt" (name of the brass band), which was founded in 1834. In the region between the imperial Bad Ischl and the tradition-conscious Ausseerland, the formation is one of many factory bands. It was integrated into the salt works until 1983, when the association was founded. While the band was founded by miners in 1837, today hardly any members are actively employed by Salinen Austria AG (Name of the company that mines the salt in Hallstatt). This joint-stock company based in Ebensee, which still supports the "Musi" today, is not only known throughout Austria in the region for its successful salt mining, but also operates one of the most successful sights in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut. All year round, the "Bergmann Orchestra" invites visitors and guests from all over the world to a musical rendezvous on land and water. The repertoire ranges from traditional marches to current pop music. But musical wake-up calls on selected holidays are also on the program of the numerous musicians. So open your ears for the Salinenmusikkapelle during your holiday in Hallstatt. We'll hear you!

Weitere Weckrufe im Salzkammergut

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Bad Goisern

There is a very special attraction in the region on public holidays. A musical wake-up call. And you can join for free! Enjoy the sound of your hosts.

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern

Wake-up call from the Hallstatt Salt Band

It is a tradition on Lake Hallstatt that on 1 May, the Hallstatt Salt Band marches through the alleys and streets very early with its wake-up call. Because on this holiday, guests and hosts are - in a very unusual way - musically "brought out of bed".

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Hallstatt, Hallstatt

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Obertraun

There is a very special attraction in the region on public holidays. A musical wake-up call. And you can join for free! Enjoy the sound of your hosts.

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Obertraun, Obertraun

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Obertraun

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:55:43 +0200

Musical start to the day

In the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut there is a very special tradition in the early morning. An unadulterated custom. A musical early start on the holiday. The local brass band is playing. And the band moves through the town with their musical wake-up call. So everyone can enjoy the musical delight. And they can join for free. Enjoy it!

Weitere Weckrufe im Salzkammergut

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Bad Goisern

There is a very special attraction in the region on public holidays. A musical wake-up call. And you can join for free! Enjoy the sound of your hosts.

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern

Wake-up call from the Hallstatt Salt Band

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Hallstatt, Hallstatt

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Obertraun

There is a very special attraction in the region on public holidays. A musical wake-up call. And you can join for free! Enjoy the sound of your hosts.

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Obertraun, Obertraun

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Bad Goisern

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:43:48 +0200

Musical start to the day

Weitere Weckrufe im Salzkammergut

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Bad Goisern

There is a very special attraction in the region on public holidays. A musical wake-up call. And you can join for free! Enjoy the sound of your hosts.

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern

Wake-up call from the Hallstatt Salt Band

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Hallstatt, Hallstatt

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Obertraun

There is a very special attraction in the region on public holidays. A musical wake-up call. And you can join for free! Enjoy the sound of your hosts.

Wed, May. 1, 2024 06:00 Obertraun, Obertraun

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Gosau

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:58:57 +0200

Musical start to the day

Exhibition "Graphic Novel" in Altaussee

As part of the Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024

Narratives in pictures have always offered a unique approach to our history. The German comic artist Simon Schwartz is a master at this and makes contemporary history come alive up close. He has packed the eventful history of the Altaussee salt mine from the Stone Age to the Nazi era into a graphic novel. This can be seen from 22 March 2024 until October in a freely accessible exhibition in the Steinberghaus. And of course, the graphic novel is also available in book form.

Daily tours through the Saltmine in Altaussee

An day in the salt mine

Deep inside the Altausee salt mine, in the Styrian Salzkammergut, is a world waiting to be explored. A world that reflects the diversity of the events surrounding salt, its history and its importance in a fascinating way.

Every Day, from March to November, you have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of Austria's largest active salt mining site during an evening guided tour in numerous languages. Embark on a mysterious journey through Earth's history. Through imaginative and dramatic presentations and exciting information, during the course of the time travel, you will not only learn but experience with all your senses.

Don’t forget to register!

Your hosts will be happy to help further. And away you go: A family experience whatever time of year and is especially recommended during the winter months is. As the miners’ saying goes “Glück Auf!”

Holidays around Lake Hallstatt

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.

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

The Dachstein Krippenstein adventure mountain in Obertraun will start its daily summer operation on Wednesday, 1 May

Here's what you need to know by now!
Open:
Section 1 to the Cave Worlds from 1 May 2024
Section 2 to the Skywalk "5Fingers" will follow on 11.5.2024.

Awarded for the cable car

A fascinating tour at Koppenbrüller Cave

The water-bearing Koppenbrüller Cave is located in the valley and can be accessed via a short walk along a secure trail by the charming Koppentraun river. Admire dripstone features which date back thousands of years and listen to the crashing of the invisible brook inside the mountain. A visit to the Koppenbrüller Cave, the youngest of the 3 Dachstein caves, offers an impressive insight into the underground waterways of the inside of the Dachstein. Pathways secured against flooding mean that guests can visit in safety, even in bad weather!

From the Koppenrast guesthouse at the end of the Obertraun resort, a comfortable footpath leads along the Traun to the cave entrance (approx. 15 mins). The cave entrance is a karst spring which only overflows with any significance following very heavy rainfall or snowmelt.

Note: Warm clothing!

When visiting the caves (only permissible with a trained guide), we recommend that you wear robust shoes and warm clothing. Temperatures in the cave rarely exceed freezing point and in the other caves there is only an average temperature +6 °C (42,8 °F).

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

More popular excursions

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun

Daily tours through the Ice cave

Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Guided Full-Day e-Bike Tour in Gosau

Discover places that not everyone knows about!

The Salzkammergut is not only one of the most beautiful Alpine landscapes in Austria, but is also loaded with many details worth seeing and knowing. The more than 1,000 km of approved bike routes and the more than 7,000-year history of the UNESCO World Heritage region Hallstatt-Dachstein can be explored very well by e-Bike, but best with a guide. The bike rental company Karl Posch from Nemo Point in Gosau organises guided e-Bike tours exclusively with his certified and local guides.

You can't get more kilometres of enjoyment than this!

The most beautiful vantage points, the rustic alpine pastures and the best hut stops can be reached with the e-Bike guides. In addition, there is information on history, geography and geology. The tours are suitable for everyone, the group sizes of maximum 6 cyclists and the adaptation of the tours to the ability and desire of the participants are the guarantee for satisfaction. Guided e-Bike tours are also perfect for groups: from birthday jaunts to company outings.

City tour on Wednesday in Bad Ischl

In any weather

The Salzkammergut metropolis of Bad Ischl on the river Traun is always worth a visit. Whether on sunny summer days, on a rainy autumn holiday or on a deep winter holiday in the snow - many large and small adventure opportunities await guests from all over the world.

In Other Ways

And if you want to learn more about the country & its people and the numerous down-to-earth traditions, a guided tour of Bad Ischl is just the thing for you. Walk in the footsteps of the screen legend "Sissi" and immerse yourself in the history of the Traun metropolis.

A varied experience. Again and again. Always different! Let yourself be seduced by an unusual tour with the professional Salzkammergut guides through the "European Capital of Culture 2024". History becomes a pleasure!

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European Capital of Culture 2024
Bad Ischl in Austria

Guided Tours with the Salzkammergut Guides

Discover the most beautiful features of Austria with the Salzkammergut Guides. Whether a walk through the historical village of Hallstatt, a culinary sightseeing tour or a stroll through the natural and cultural landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage Region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut, there’s something for everyone. The opportunities are as varied and numerous as the many lakes in the heart of Austria. Certified guides from throughout the Salzkammergut are available year-round in every season. Guests will find an extensive programme with a wide variety of offers on the guides’ homepage. Make your plans for an unforgettable adventure in the Salzkammergut! Click now for more information.

Evening tours of the Salzwelten Salt Mines

An evening in the salt mine

Every Wednesday, from January to October at 5 p.m., you have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of Austria's largest active salt mining site during an evening guided tour in numerous languages. Embark on a mysterious journey through Earth's history. Through imaginative and dramatic presentations and exciting information, during the course of the time travel, you will not only learn but experience with all your senses.

Don’t forget to register!

It is important to register for the shuttle bus up to 14:00 hrs. Wednesday afternoon. This can be done at the Salzwelten salt mines or at the Hallstatt Tourist Information Office. Your hosts will be happy to help further. And away you go: A family experience whatever time of year and is especially recommended during the winter months is. As the miners’ saying goes “Glück Auf!”

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Salt mine "Salzwelten" Altaussee

Holidays around Lake Hallstatt

Daily tours through the Salt Mine "Salzwelten" in Hallstatt

The world’s oldest Salt Mine

On the traces of the »Man Preserved in Salt«

Daily tours

New Ticket Shop of the Salzwelten
New service!

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Salt mine "Salzwelten" & Skywalk Hallstatt

Hallstatt - Small village with a great history

Daily tours through the Ice cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

The Dachstein Krippenstein adventure mountain in Obertraun will start its daily summer operation on Wednesday, 1 May

Here's what you need to know by now!
Open:
Section 1 to the Cave Worlds from 1 May 2024
Section 2 to the Skywalk "5Fingers" will follow on 11.5.2024.

Awarded for the cable car

A wonderful world of ice

Guided tour through Dachstein Ice cave

Our service

Further information

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Dachstein Giant Ice Cave Obertraun

Tours in 8 languages

More popular excursions

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun

Daily tours through the Ice cave

Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

The Dachstein Krippenstein adventure mountain in Obertraun will start its daily summer operation on Wednesday, 1 May

Here's what you need to know by now!
Open:
Section 1 to the Cave Worlds from 1 May 2024
Section 2 to the Skywalk "5Fingers" will follow on 11.5.2024.

Awarded for the cable car

Cave labyrinth of superlatives

This exciting tour awaits you in the Mammut Cave

Art in the mountain

The history of the Mammut Cave

Our service

Tours in 8 languages

More popular excursions

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun

Daily tours through the Ice cave

Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

Guided Canoe Tours on Lake Hallstatt

Tempting Lake Hallstatt

Daily Guided Canyoning Tours

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Canyoning in the Salzkammergut
by Outdoor Leadership Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt

Daily Guided Canyoning Tours

Guided Sea Kayak and Canoe Tours on Lake Hallstatt

Freedom on the water

Here's what you need to know!

Guided Climbing Offers in the Salzkammergut

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Intersport Via Ferrata on the Donnerkogel

Experiences on the Face

Unique Rope Experience in Bad Goisern

Always the first choice

Daily Guided Tour of Hallstatt 2024 "Individual”

Your individual tour of Hallstatt

Tailor-made to your wishes. Whether small groups, bus tour groups, individuals or school classes - the Austria Guides are happy to cater to your wishes on your "Individual" tour.

Register first - then be amazed

Sudhaus Bad Ischl - Exhibition & Guided Tours

What awaits the interested visitor?

Part of the show refers to the "Open Water Dialogues" conference, which deals with burning issues such as disappearing glaciers and the increasing scarcity of water worldwide.

Ausstellung für alle

Another tip: guided tours at the weekend

We hope you have an informative and relaxing time visiting this exhibition in the heart of the European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024!

Upcoming Events for Events in the Salzkammergut

Daily tours through the Salt Mine "Salzwelten" in Hallstatt

The world’s oldest Salt Mine

On the traces of the »Man Preserved in Salt«

Daily tours

New Ticket Shop of the SalzweltenNew service!

VIDEOVIDEOSalt mine "Salzwelten" & Skywalk Hallstatt

Hallstatt - Small village with a great history

Daily tours through the Ice cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

Awarded for the cable car

A wonderful world of ice

Guided tour through Dachstein Ice cave

Our service

Further information

VIDEODachstein Giant Ice Cave Obertraun

Tours in 8 languages

More popular excursions

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

Daily tours through the Mammut Cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

Awarded for the cable car

Cave labyrinth of superlatives

This exciting tour awaits you in the Mammut Cave

Art in the mountain

The history of the Mammut Cave

Our service

Tours in 8 languages

More popular excursions

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

Guided Canoe Tours on Lake Hallstatt

Tempting Lake Hallstatt

Daily Guided Canyoning Tours

VIDEOCanyoning in the Salzkammergutby Outdoor Leadership Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt

Daily Guided Canyoning Tours

Guided Sea Kayak and Canoe Tours on Lake Hallstatt

Freedom on the water

Here's what you need to know!

Guided Climbing Offers in the Salzkammergut

Video Intersport Via Ferrata on the Donnerkogel

Experiences on the Face

Unique Rope Experience in Bad Goisern

Always the first choice

Daily Guided Tour of Hallstatt 2024 "Individual”

Your individual tour of Hallstatt

Register first - then be amazed

Sudhaus Bad Ischl - Exhibition & Guided Tours

What awaits the interested visitor?

Ausstellung für alle

Another tip: guided tours at the weekend

Wake-up call from the Hallstatt Salt Band

With "Timpani & Trumpets"

Historic

Weitere Weckrufe im Salzkammergut

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Obertraun

Musical start to the day

Weitere Weckrufe im Salzkammergut

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Bad Goisern

Musical start to the day

Weitere Weckrufe im Salzkammergut

Musical wake-up call to the 1. May in Gosau

Musical start to the day

Exhibition "Graphic Novel" in Altaussee

As part of the Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024

Daily tours through the Saltmine in Altaussee

An day in the salt mine

Don’t forget to register!

Holidays around Lake Hallstatt

Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave

News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun

Awarded for the cable car

A fascinating tour at Koppenbrüller Cave

Note: Warm clothing!

Adventure world for cavers and mountaineering fanatics

More popular excursions

Guided Full-Day e-Bike Tour in Gosau

Discover places that not everyone knows about!

You can't get more kilometres of enjoyment than this!

City tour on Wednesday in Bad Ischl

In any weather

New Ticket Shop of the Salzwelten
New service!

VIDEO
VIDEO
Salt mine "Salzwelten" & Skywalk Hallstatt

VIDEO
Dachstein Giant Ice Cave Obertraun

VIDEO
Canyoning in the Salzkammergut
by Outdoor Leadership Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt

Video
Intersport Via Ferrata on the Donnerkogel

VIDEO
European Capital of Culture 2024
Bad Ischl in Austria

VIDEO
Salt mine "Salzwelten" Altaussee

New Ticket Shop of the Salzwelten
New service!

VIDEO
VIDEO
Salt mine "Salzwelten" & Skywalk Hallstatt

VIDEO
Dachstein Giant Ice Cave Obertraun

VIDEO
Canyoning in the Salzkammergut
by Outdoor Leadership Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt