A Complete 1-Day Itinerary for Hallstatt Austria

  • 9:00AM: Hallstatt Salt Mine
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Hallstatt Station

    Start your day with a visit to the Hallstatt Salt Mine. Experience the rich history of salt mining in the region with an exciting underground tour that includes a funicular ride, slides, and a boat ride on an underground salt lake.

  • 11:00AM: Hallstatt Skywalk
    20 minutes (1.1 miles) from Hallstatt Salt Mine

    Get a panoramic view of Hallstatt and the surrounding mountains from the famous Hallstatt Skywalk. This viewpoint offers breathtaking views from the edge of the mountain, 360 meters above the village.

  • 1:00PM: Gasthof Zauner
    15 minutes (0.8 miles) from Hallstatt Skywalk

    Enjoy a delicious traditional Austrian lunch at Gasthof Zauner, a historic restaurant in the heart of Hallstatt. Try the famous Wiener Schnitzel or the local fish dishes.

  • 2:30PM: Hallstatt Gothic Catholic Church
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from Gasthof Zauner

    Visit the beautiful Hallstatt Gothic Catholic Church, the oldest church in the village. Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and the beautiful views of the lake and mountains.

  • 4:00PM: Hallstatt Lake
    10 minutes (0.8 miles) from Hallstatt Gothic Catholic Church

    End your day by the picturesque Hallstatt Lake. Take a walk around the lake, relax on the beach, or take a boat tour for stunning views of the village from the water.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hallstatt Salt Mine (2 hours, €39)
  • Hallstatt Skywalk (1 hour, €22.50)
  • Gasthof Zauner (1.5 hours, €25)
  • Hallstatt Gothic Catholic Church (1 hour, Free)
  • Hallstatt Lake (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €86.50

Transportation

Most of the attractions in Hallstatt are within walking distance, but if you want to save time, you can take a bus or taxi. The local bus ticket costs €2.10, and a taxi ride from one end of the village to the other costs around €10. If you're coming from other cities in Austria, you can take a train to Hallstatt Station or a shuttle bus.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Hallstatt Museum, a museum that showcases the history and culture of Hallstatt, or take a ferry to the nearby village of Obertraun for more stunning lake views. If you have less time, you can skip the Hallstatt Skywalk or the Hallstatt Lake.

Airports

The nearest airport to Hallstatt is Salzburg Airport (SZG), which is located about 80 km away. From Salzburg, you can take a shuttle or taxi to Hallstatt, which takes around 1.5 hours. Another option is to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE) and take a train to Hallstatt, which takes around 4 hours.

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