--- title: Saltmine Hallstatt url: "https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401006/hallstatt-salt-mine.html" description: "Visit the Hallstatt Salt Worlds and embark on a fantastic and impressive journey through time. Closed until fall 2026!" date: 2016-05-12 modified: 2026-03-11 --- # Saltmine Hallstatt Hallstatt Salt Mine ===================== Hallstatt, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204650/F34405F063B20066D6F05B60C07295998BCB29566CCA94CCD01E3EA56190DB2F/salzbergbahn-hallstatt.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204651/5A391770E4C3A8C7015EEA89AE4421D55FF328D8A0656C6FE2AB9BEE6285107C/schaugrab-im-hallstaetter-hochtal.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a happy family sitting on an illuminated wooden bridge. The adults and the child are wearing white clothes and laughing at the camera. Trees and lights can be seen in the background, creating a cosy atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Torsten Kraft Close copyright [ ![The first stop of your journey back in the time to the 1st Millennium B.C. takes only a few minutes.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204650/F34405F063B20066D6F05B60C07295998BCB29566CCA94CCD01E3EA56190DB2F/salzbergbahn-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Torsten Kraft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204650/F34405F063B20066D6F05B60C07295998BCB29566CCA94CCD01E3EA56190DB2F/salzbergbahn-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a family looking at a collection of ancient artefacts and fossils in a museum or exhibition. The parents and their two children are standing in front of a glass display case in which various Stone Age artefacts can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204651/5A391770E4C3A8C7015EEA89AE4421D55FF328D8A0656C6FE2AB9BEE6285107C/schaugrab-im-hallstaetter-hochtal.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204651/5A391770E4C3A8C7015EEA89AE4421D55FF328D8A0656C6FE2AB9BEE6285107C/schaugrab-im-hallstaetter-hochtal.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows an impressive view of an azure blue lake surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A group of hikers can be seen on a high vantage point from where they can admire the breathtaking landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204652/538B99B6C5AE1F72A35EC9175B0B0EF013059563E7E3764BEB6564E2C3D86451/sakywalk-welterbeblick.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204652/538B99B6C5AE1F72A35EC9175B0B0EF013059563E7E3764BEB6564E2C3D86451/sakywalk-welterbeblick.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a breathtaking view over a deep valley filled with mist. A long bridge rises above the clouds and a person stands at the end of the bridge with arms outstretched to enjoy the picturesque landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204653/66B7AF87480E29B203EC1458CE545C6A014915372835107C49D4A4DD2D8939F8/skywalk-welterbeblick.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204653/66B7AF87480E29B203EC1458CE545C6A014915372835107C49D4A4DD2D8939F8/skywalk-welterbeblick.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![As the oldest salt mine in the world, it looks back over a fascinating 7000 year history. An exciting adventure awaits visitors as they experience the history of the salt mine in a 90 minutes tour underground.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204654/A6291C7EC6529A9C556EAA1B24ACA2A02101F94264088D5AC900BD9FF5CB0137/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204654/A6291C7EC6529A9C556EAA1B24ACA2A02101F94264088D5AC900BD9FF5CB0137/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Join a 90 minutes tour in the salt mine in Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204655/EF141316031115E1C46330BC6D9E49F4E98467BC9B4979E17F7607A2AF3D0DEA/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204655/EF141316031115E1C46330BC6D9E49F4E98467BC9B4979E17F7607A2AF3D0DEA/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Children from the age of 4 years and older are welcome at the salt mine.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204656/96C7E74C8B32254B0C918889F864694082E4899ADA57B3190F3AA50C194B4709/kinder-im-bergwerk.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204656/96C7E74C8B32254B0C918889F864694082E4899ADA57B3190F3AA50C194B4709/kinder-im-bergwerk.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows an underground cave or grotto that is equipped with lighting. There is a collection of objects and structures that indicate that this place has been set up for visitors. The lighting and the design of the cave create an atmospheric and mystical atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204657/567FA34CF7066336DB68FA1F7E54DFB56A9B33536007BF49D451A01897B4F206/salzkristallkammer.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204657/567FA34CF7066336DB68FA1F7E54DFB56A9B33536007BF49D451A01897B4F206/salzkristallkammer.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![The big salt lake in the middle of the salt mine in Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204658/1850110E809A0B7E2DAEE4B805A0CDE72C78A0023CB08705991BACBDF2772A1C/salzsee.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204658/1850110E809A0B7E2DAEE4B805A0CDE72C78A0023CB08705991BACBDF2772A1C/salzsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![A fascinating light Show on the salt lake in Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204659/7F2FE0629C891AAFD9FC5277E324B24A161E14ED8ECC034F153CF86450A6DE76/salzsee.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204659/7F2FE0629C891AAFD9FC5277E324B24A161E14ED8ECC034F153CF86450A6DE76/salzsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![The Salt Mine presents its latest Highlight: the new Bronze Age Cinema - 400 metres underground.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204660/71AAC6CA9A450FDECE681DCDED295DF7F7DF63A8C79C2C1F47A32501AFB6A686/bronzezeit-kino.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204660/71AAC6CA9A450FDECE681DCDED295DF7F7DF63A8C79C2C1F47A32501AFB6A686/bronzezeit-kino.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows three cheerful women in a gloomy tunnel, sitting on a yellow object. The women are smiling and seem to be enjoying a pleasant experience.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204661/9FBF4A3D3CDFF9C3E8A0026FD89103D54189A18222272BB086333825FF2DD2CA/fahrt-mit-dem-grubenhunt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204661/9FBF4A3D3CDFF9C3E8A0026FD89103D54189A18222272BB086333825FF2DD2CA/fahrt-mit-dem-grubenhunt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a man in a traditional uniform holding a piece of rock in his hand. Behind him are several people in white robes. The scene takes place in an old building with wooden beams and a rough stone wall.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204662/2E61521C4638B0CD231AF31029A74FE6D00A9F838820C0E6F65C37748C857C17/guide-mit-gruppe.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204662/2E61521C4638B0CD231AF31029A74FE6D00A9F838820C0E6F65C37748C857C17/guide-mit-gruppe.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows an underground cave with a wooden fortified building. The cave is illuminated and offers a cosy place to relax, surrounded by rocks and stones.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204663/5E37AFCAE8EA79231C8465FDCF810A4F67E642FBD4AA9A74824059BCCE7B9365/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204663/5E37AFCAE8EA79231C8465FDCF810A4F67E642FBD4AA9A74824059BCCE7B9365/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a long staircase made of wooden planks that winds its way down into a dark cave interspersed with rocks and stones. The lighting is sparse and creates a mystical atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204664/1C6A5A10AAB1921D0F1D58DB36A91D36F281524F85E236ED22908A3381974981/aelteste-holzstiege-im-salzbergwerk-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204664/1C6A5A10AAB1921D0F1D58DB36A91D36F281524F85E236ED22908A3381974981/aelteste-holzstiege-im-salzbergwerk-hallstatt.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Salzbergstraße 21 4830 Hallstatt [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Salzbergstra%C3%9Fe%2021%2C%204830%20Hallstatt "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Salzbergstra%C3%9Fe%2021%2C%204830%20Hallstatt "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.556375630046119&lon=13.645089268684378&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) roadblock: New Mountain Railway Construction since 03.12.2024 Description: Dear Guest, We are pleased to announce that the cable car, as well as the upper and lower stations of **the Hallstatt Salt Mines**, are being renovated. This investment will significantly improve capacity and, above all, comfort for our guests. Please note that cable car service and the Hallstatt Show Mine will be temporarily suspended starting **September 1, 2025**. The new facility is expected to begin operations **in fall 2026**. During the construction period (September 1, 2025, through fall 2026), we look forward to welcoming you as an alternative at one of our two other locations— **Salzwelten Salzburg & Altaussee**. As of **December 3, 2024**, the hiking trail into the Hallstatt High Valley has been closed until the opening of the Salzbergbahn in 2026. Due to weather conditions, it is currently no longer safe to hike this trail. Hallstatt Salt Worlds: Welcome to the world’s oldest salt mine! --------------------------------------------------------------- - **Take a 7,000-year journey through time!** - **Experience a spectacular show 400 meters underground!** - **Embark on a prehistoric expedition!** - **Visitor Center & Salzwelten Shop at the valley station of the Salzbergbahn** - **Enjoy the World Heritage view from the Skywalk** **Due to the extremely heavy traffic, we strongly recommend using public transportation to get here!** **SALZWELTEN HALLSTATT & SKYWALK** -------------------------------------- ***An unforgettable excursion to the world’s oldest salt mine*** ****The wind gently brushes your face. Deep below you, Lake Hallstatt glistens. Colorful houses line the shore. You feel the vastness, squint into the sun, enjoy the warmth… and remember that just a short while ago, you were exploring the tunnels deep inside the mountain. That you whizzed down wooden miners’ slides and walked in the footsteps of those who lived here millennia ago—in the Hallstatt Salt Worlds, the world’s oldest salt mine!**** Before you can explore the tunnels in the salt mine, you’ll first take the Salzbergbahn railway up a steep incline. In just a few minutes, you’ll ascend 360 meters into the Hallstatt high valley. Did you know that people were already mining for salt here 7,000 years ago? That makes Hallstatt the oldest salt mine in the world! The burial ground in the Hallstatt High Valley bears witness to this long-gone era. At several stops—such as the walk-through exhibition grave **—** you **’ll learn** all sorts of interesting facts about the prehistoric settlers and the world-famous town that gave its name to an entire era. Underground: Miners’ slides, Bronze Age cinema, and more -------------------------------------------------------- After a short walk through the Hallstatt High Valley, the Hallstatt Salt Worlds welcome you with a hearty “Glück Auf!” Your exciting journey into the heart of the mountain begins at the Miners’ House: First, you’ll walk into the mountain, where you’ll explore the tunnels underground with a Salzwelten guide, whiz down the miners’ slide, and learn fascinating stories and facts about salt mining. What’s more, the world’s oldest salt mine holds another record: Europe’s oldest wooden staircase was discovered in the prehistoric Hallstatt tunnels—built 2,800 years ago! Today, the staircase is the star of the “Bronze Age Cinema,” 400 meters underground—probably the deepest cinema in the world. A thrilling ride on the mine train brings you back up to the surface. After exploring the depths of the mountain, another highlight awaits you—in the truest sense of the word: the Hallstatt Skywalk! A twelve-meter-long walkway that juts out into thin air! Do you dare to go all the way to the very front? If you do, an unforgettable view—complete with an adrenaline rush—awaits you, overlooking the world-famous Hallstatt Lake, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hallstatt, and the surrounding mountains! [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Hallstatt Salt Mine** Salzbergstraße 21 4830 Hallstatt Phone [ +43 6132 200 - 2400 ](tel:+4361322002400) E-Mail [info@salzwelten.at](#mailto) Web [www.salzwelten.at/](https://www.salzwelten.at/ "New window") Web [www.salzwelten.at/de/hallstatt/berg…](https://www.salzwelten.at/de/hallstatt/bergwerk/ "New window") https://www.salzwelten.at/ https://www.salzwelten.at/de/hallstatt/bergwerk/ --- **You can also visit us on** [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/salzwelten) [ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/salzwelten_official) [ TikTok ](https://www.tiktok.com/@visitdachstein) [ Pinterest ](https://www.pinterest.at/dachsteinsalzkammergut) [ Flickr ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/43806315@N04) [ YouTube ](https://www.youtube.com/user/Salzwelten1) [ Wikipedia ](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salzwelten)--- **Contact person** Salzwelten Hallstatt Salzbergstrasse 21 4830 Hallstatt Phone [ +43 6132 200 - 2400 ](tel:+4361322002400) E-Mail [info@salzwelten.at](#mailto) Web [www.salzwelten.at](http://www.salzwelten.at "New window") --- **Legal contact information** Salzwelten GmbH Salzbergstraße 21 AT-4830 Hallstatt https://www.salzwelten.at UID: ATU 36919108 --- **We speak the following languages** German English Other foreign languages: Audio Guides: French, Italian, Slovenian, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Expected to be closed until fall 2026! - opened daily - Registration required **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - holiday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Elevation**855 m **Accessibility / arrival****By car from Salzburg t :** Leave Thalgau via Federal Highway B158 toward Bad Ischl; in Bad Ischl, take the ramp onto the Salzkammergut Road B145 toward Bad Goisern; in Bad Goisern, turn right onto B166; at the Gosaumühle intersection, turn left toward Hallstatt **From Linz:** Take the Regau exit on the highway and follow the Salzkammergut Road (B145) toward Gmunden and Bad Ischl until you reach Bad Goisern; in Bad Goisern, turn right onto the B166; at the Gosaumühle intersection, turn left toward Hallstatt **From Vienna/Graz:** Take the Liezen highway exit onto the B320; in Trautenfels, turn onto the Salzkammergut Road (B145) toward Bad Aussee; then turn onto Koppenstraße through Obertraun to Hallstatt **From Villach:** Take the Tauern Autobahn to the “Eben im Pongau” exit; take the B166 over the Gschütt Pass, then the federal highway through Gosau; at the Gosaumühle intersection, turn right toward Hallstatt **By train** Attnang-Puchheim–Stainach-Irdning route Arrive by train at “Hallstatt Bahnhof,” then take the ferry into town **By bus** Bus line 542/543 Arrive at the “Hallstatt Lahn” bus terminal For detailed information on train and bus schedules, visit [http://www.oebb.at](http://www.oebb.at/) (rail) and [www.postbus.at](http://www.postbus.at/) (Postbus). **Parking fees**P1/P2/P3/P4 Short-Term Parking Rates 15 minutes free 1 hour: 4.00 euros 2 hours: 7.00 euros 3–4 hours: 9.00 euros 5–6 hours: 9.50 euros 7–12 hours: 10.00 euros From the 13th hour onward: daily rate of 15.00 euros Lost ticket: 30.00 euros Bus fee: €80.00 per day For buses: Please contact Hallstatt PEB GmbH - www.peb-hallstatt.com **Shuttle service**Transfer to accommodations in the city center Shuttle bus only from the “P1” parking lot Daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility - Diaper room **Food and drink available**Cafe, restaurant, kiosk **Service**- Shop **Guided tour**Guided tours: The temperature in the mine is around 8° Celsius, so warm clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended. A visit to the salt mines is not dependent on the weather and therefore does not involve any planning uncertainties! Duration of the underground tour: approx. 90 minutes When planning your trip, please allow at least 3 hours in total! Maximum group size: 70 people per tour INFO for coach groups: If you are traveling to Hallstatt by coach, it is essential to book a coach slot at book a bus slot at www.hallstatt-parking.com. Without a bus slot it is unfortunately not possible to travel to Hallstatt. possible. For further information please visit us at www.salzwelten.at [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**No prices available [Online store/online rental](https://shop.salzwelten.at/de) **Payment methods** Cash payment Invoice **Debit and credit cards** ATM card Diners Club JCB Mastercard Unionpay Visa **Mobile and online** Alipay Apple Pay Klarna PayPal **Discounts (Age-related / Groups)**- Children - Student groups with school class - Families 2024: Children with accompanying parent: € 18,00 2025: Children with accompanying parent: € 19,50 - Groups **Other discounts**Salzkammergut Card, SalzburgLand Card, and many other visitor cards **Discounts (Memberships)**- ARBÖ member - ÖAMTC Member - OÖ Nachrichten (news) - Salzkammergut Sommer-Card Normal price / special price incl. ascent and descent Salzbergbahn Adults € 49,00 / € 44,00 Online booking code: SKGTCard (redeemable once per customer) The Salzkammergut Card must be shown at the entrance. - Salzkammergut Winter-Card - Family Card OÖ [https://www.familienkarte.at/d…](https://www.familienkarte.at/de/familienkarte/vorteilsgeber/vorteilsgebersuchedetailseite/action.view/entity.detail/key.16912.html "Link will open in a new window") [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for kids (4 - 14 Year) - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for families - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter **Other special suitabilities** Families, seniors, children ages 4 and up, and groups [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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