--- title: Hallstatt - UNESCO World Heritage Site url: "https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430000973/hallstatt.html" description: The World Heritage site of Hallstatt is located in the heart of the Salzkammergut region on Lake Hallstatt. date: 2016-05-12 modified: 2026-03-11 --- # Hallstatt - UNESCO World Heritage Site Hallstatt =========== Hallstatt, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298258/544D26739D8DAA340940E2A53FA1135421ECD6E2188223657E618BD02B346582/hallstatt-kirche-und-umgebung.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298259/316D2EE257250C77CD4D9B69F639D11EBB17C3AF91A6EA633917B979EA087A85/marktplatz-hallstatt.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298260/2FD6EA47415AF7FDC5B6BA9DAAD5969B8AFDA62BDBA511779FD3014666DD4D8B/hallstatt-haeuser.jpg) Open copyright © Ivan Andrejic Close copyright [ ![The picture shows Hallstatt on the lake. On the shore are colorful houses and two striking churches, one with a pointed tower, the other with a large building on the slope. Boats are moored on the jetty, a swan swims in the water. The reflection of the buildings is clearly visible in the lake, with mountains rising up behind them.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298258/544D26739D8DAA340940E2A53FA1135421ECD6E2188223657E618BD02B346582/hallstatt-kirche-und-umgebung.jpg "© Ivan Andrejic") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298258/544D26739D8DAA340940E2A53FA1135421ECD6E2188223657E618BD02B346582/hallstatt-kirche-und-umgebung.jpg) Open copyright © Ivan-Andrejic Close copyright [ ![The market square in Hallstatt with colorful houses in pastel colors, many flowers on the balconies and cafés with guests. In the middle stands a baroque Marian column made of stone. Wooded slopes rise steeply in the background. The scene is lively and inviting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298259/316D2EE257250C77CD4D9B69F639D11EBB17C3AF91A6EA633917B979EA087A85/marktplatz-hallstatt.jpg "© Ivan-Andrejic") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298259/316D2EE257250C77CD4D9B69F639D11EBB17C3AF91A6EA633917B979EA087A85/marktplatz-hallstatt.jpg) Open copyright © Ivan Andrejic Close copyright [ ![View of Hallstatt on the lake. Traditional wooden houses stretch up the slope, many built directly on the water. In the foreground, the lakeside promenade is reflected in the lake. A steep, wooded mountain rises up behind it.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298260/2FD6EA47415AF7FDC5B6BA9DAAD5969B8AFDA62BDBA511779FD3014666DD4D8B/hallstatt-haeuser.jpg "© Ivan Andrejic") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298260/2FD6EA47415AF7FDC5B6BA9DAAD5969B8AFDA62BDBA511779FD3014666DD4D8B/hallstatt-haeuser.jpg) Open copyright © Edwin Husic Close copyright [ ![The houses in Hallstatt are built with a tradtional building style.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298261/D3C2096BD98065CB16E086A418BBC27F3361F4D82B9818EEA343A9E9421C5C4B/hallstatt-im-winter.jpg "© Edwin Husic") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298261/D3C2096BD98065CB16E086A418BBC27F3361F4D82B9818EEA343A9E9421C5C4B/hallstatt-im-winter.jpg) Open copyright © Viorel Munteanu Close copyright [ ![View of Hallstatt from the bathing island.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298262/72DF07A77043FA8FECD0968D8B887E0B7BAF35F212F74E4D6EAF1D4FE600385F/hallstatt-im-winter.jpg "© Viorel Munteanu") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298262/72DF07A77043FA8FECD0968D8B887E0B7BAF35F212F74E4D6EAF1D4FE600385F/hallstatt-im-winter.jpg) Open copyright © Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Snow-covered houses with white roofs stand on the lakeshore, with the church tower behind them. The surrounding mountains are covered in snow, the sky a brilliant blue. The lake clearly reflects the landscape and the town, the atmosphere is calm and picturesque.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298263/0A6DDD0F3B27F1DDC240636D5EBE9E235C190CE3F684A26CFC4FF0AC1CDD6BB5/hallstatt-winter.jpg "© Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298263/0A6DDD0F3B27F1DDC240636D5EBE9E235C190CE3F684A26CFC4FF0AC1CDD6BB5/hallstatt-winter.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Seestraße 99 4830 Hallstatt [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Seestra%C3%9Fe%2099%2C%204830%20Hallstatt "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Seestra%C3%9Fe%2099%2C%204830%20Hallstatt "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.5613&lon=13.6487&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **Hallstatt, a World Heritage Site, is considered one of the most beautiful lakeside towns in the world. Nestled amid the mountains and lakes of the Dachstein Salzkammergut region, this small village enchants visitors with its unique traditional charm.** Hallstatt is the archaeological heart of the World Heritage region. It is home to the world’s oldest salt mine. The historic town center, with its promenade right on the shore of Lake Hallstatt, exudes a unique charm.Visitors from all over the world are drawn to Hallstatt to experience the unique, authentic sites of this special place. The houses nestled between the lake and the mountains give the town its unmistakable panorama. The high-altitude valley, home to the Hallstatt Salt Mines, tells the story of salt production dating back thousands of years. Breathtaking views, cultural attractions, and traces of a history spanning more than a thousand years shape the town’s character. The idyllic Echerntal Valley also captivates visitors as an impressive natural experience and invites them to discover the landscape in its unspoiled beauty. **The World Heritage Site of Hallstatt** ---------------------------------------- If you start at the beginning of Seestraße heading toward the center, you’ll already catch your first beautiful glimpse of **[Lake Hallstatt](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/hallstaettersee.html?utm_campaign=tourdata&utm_medium=text&utm_source=tourdata)** and **the traditional houses in Hallstatt**. The **market square in Hallstatt** is certainly famous; in fact, it has even been recreated in Asia—more specifically, in China’s Guangdong Province. But ending your tour of Hallstatt there would be a mistake. **[The ossuary](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400341/beinhaus-in-der-michaelskapelle.html)** near the Catholic church is unique in the world and steeped in history. If you want to delve even deeper, visit the **[Hallstatt Museum](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430010148/museum-hallstatt.html)**. **Archaeology at the Salzberg** ------------------------------- A must-do in Hallstatt is definitely the **drive or hike up the Salzberg**. There, you’ll find **archaeological finds from the Hallstatt period** as well as the **[world’s oldest salt mine](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401006/salzwelten-hallstatt.html)** **. The Hallstatt Salt Mine is closed until August 29, 2026, due to construction work.** You’ll need a bit more courage for the **Skywalk and the Welterbeblick observation deck**, which is made entirely of glass and hovers 200 meters above Hallstatt. From there, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the **Hallstatt-Dachstein/Salzkammergut World Heritage region**, with Lake Hallstatt at its center. The **Skywalk and the Welterbeblick observation platform will reopen on August 29, 2026.** Please note that the Serpentinenweg (hiking trail) into the Hallstatt High Valley is closed due to construction work. However, direct access from the town of Hallstatt to the Salzbergbahn valley station is still possible. **Active in Summer** -------------------- Hallstatt isn’t just about culture and history—it also offers numerous **nature experiences** you won’t want to miss. Hiking trails lead to the **[waterfalls in the Echerntal Valley](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000686/hallstatt-themenweg-echerntal-zum-waldbachstrub.html)**, the **Seewand via ferrata** is one of the most challenging in all of Austria, and the **bike trails** push even well-trained cyclists to their limits. Hallstatt is **a World Heritage site steeped in tradition**, nestled in the beautiful landscape of the Dachstein region in the Salzkammergut. A vacation in Hallstatt means **history, culture, tradition**, and **experiencing the natural heritage**. **Our Hallstatt tip:** Arrive in Hallstatt by boat! The view of the town is unparalleled, and you’ll dock right at the historic market square. [**Click here for a map of Hallstatt**](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/user_upload/dachstein-salzkammergut/Pdf_Downloads/Ortspl%C3%A4ne-Dachstein-Salzkammergut/Layout-Hallstatt-A3-Block2026-Final.pdf) Experience Hallstatt up close right now with the **[360-degree panoramic tour of the Dachstein Salzkammergut region.](http://www.dachstein-panorama.at/?s=pano68557&utm_source=tourdata&utm_medium=textlink&utm_campaign=tourdata360tour)** For **more** information about the town, its [**history**](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/informieren/unser-welterbe/artikel/detail/8605/geschichte-von-hallstatt.html), and activities, visit [**www.dachstein-salzkammergut.at**](http://www.dachstein-salzkammergut.at) [ Facts ](#ttgCollapseDatenFakten) ------------------------------------ - 741Inhabitants - 58 km²Area - 508 m ASLElevation - 47.56, 13.65GPS coordinates [ What’s on in Hallstatt ](#ttgCollapseDetailinformationen) ------------------------------------------------------------- [Accommodations](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-unterkuenfte/detail/430000973/hallstatt/unterkuenfte.html) [Event centres](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-locations/detail/430000973/hallstatt/veranstaltungszentren.html) [Gastronomy](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-gastronomie/detail/430000973/hallstatt.html) [Tours](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-touren/detail/430000973/hallstatt.html) [Events](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-veranstaltungen/detail/430000973/hallstatt.html) [Packages](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-angebote/detail/430000973/hallstatt.html) [ Shopping ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/einkaufen.html) [ Leisure facilities ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/freizeiteinrichtungen.html) [ Service and attendance ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/infrastruktur.html) [ Interactive ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/interaktiv.html) [ Cultural facilities ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/kultureinrichtungen.html) [ Spa and health facilities ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/kur__und_gesundheitseinrichtungen.html) [ Sights ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/sehenswuerdigkeiten.html) [ Sport facilities ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/sporteinrichtungen.html) [ Association ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/verein.html) [ Rental ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000973/hallstatt/verleihe.html) [Webcams](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-webcams/detail/430000973/hallstatt.html) [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **[Getting to Hallstatt](https://youtu.be/Hm_IdY4-0-Y) By Car** **From Munich/Salzburg:** Take the highway from Munich to Salzburg—exit at Thalgau—then continue through Hof, past Fuschlsee, through Bad Ischl, and on to Bad Goisern **From Vienna:** Take the highway from Vienna to Linz and Passau/Wels—take the Regau exit—Gmunden—Traunsee—Bad Ischl—Bad Goisern **From Graz:** Take the highway from Graz to Liezen – Bad Aussee – Obertraun **By train** From Vienna via Linz – Attnang/Puchheim – Bad Goisern From Salzburg via Attnang/Puchheim – Bad Goisern From Graz via Bruck/Mur – Stainach-Irdning – Obertraun From Innsbruck via Attnang/Puchheim – Bad Goisern 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) [ Evaluations ](#ttgCollapseBewertungen) ------------------------------------------ - [ Tripadvisor ](http://www.tripadvisor.de/Tourism-g190427-Hallstatt_Upper_Austria-Vacations.html) - [ Holidaycheck ](http://www.holidaycheck.at/ort-Reiseinformationen_Hallstatt-oid_11440.html) Top highlights ---------------- [ Open copyright © Copyright: STMG Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/254585/B6D9735C0F8B95257215D60BE44BF9BDB1EB25D5AD0D495D31068F39BEFB6978/christkindlmarkt-in-hallstatt.jpg "Christmas market in Hallstatt (© Copyright: STMG)") Christmas market in Hallstatt ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430003893/christmas-market-in-hallstatt.html) [ Open copyright © Urheber: Stöckl-Heininger Nina Copyright: Salzkammergut Tourismus/Stöckl-Heininger Nina Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/441913/46B0A6A2C883FC51710577411B8C0AFD6A574B550C1F5373C7C8403DBA1621F8/welterbemuseum-hallstatt-salzkammergut-jpg.jpg "World Heritage Museum Hallstatt-Salzkammergut.jpg (© Urheber: Stöckl-Heininger Nina Copyright: Salzkammergut Tourismus/Stöckl-Heininger Nina)") GiZi KoGla & Friends - An Evening of Folk Music in Hallstatt ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430296322/gizi-kogla-friends-an-evening-of-folk-music-in-hallstatt.html) [ Open copyright © Copyright: Copyright: Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/257504/EC5397A14DB708D3F009CDCFADAF55518EB83273F5E8AA4FD400C141A8820C02/krampuslauf-hallstatt.jpg "Relocation of the Krampus (© Copyright: Copyright: Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut)") Children's Krampus run on Hallstatt's market square ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430184965/children-s-krampus-run-on-hallstatt-s-market-square.html) [ Open copyright © Copyright: Salzwelten Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg "Salzwelten (© Copyright: Salzwelten)") Hallstatt Salt Mine ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401006/hallstatt-salt-mine.html) [ Open copyright © Urheber: Stöckl-Heininger Nina Copyright: Salzkammergut Tourismus/Stöckl-Heininger Nina Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/441913/46B0A6A2C883FC51710577411B8C0AFD6A574B550C1F5373C7C8403DBA1621F8/welterbemuseum-hallstatt-salzkammergut-jpg.jpg "World Heritage Museum Hallstatt-Salzkammergut.jpg (© Urheber: Stöckl-Heininger Nina Copyright: Salzkammergut Tourismus/Stöckl-Heininger Nina)") Hallstatt World Heritage Museum ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430010148/hallstatt-world-heritage-museum.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 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