Hallstatt
Austria
About Hallstatt
A picturesque alpine village that looks like it belongs in a fairy tale, nestled between mountains and a lake.
Best Time to Visit
May-September (summer) or December-March (winter sports)
Language
German (English widely spoken)
Population
800
Things to Do
- •Take the funicular to the salt mines
- •Boat on Hallstätter See
- •Explore the medieval town center
- •Visit the Hallstatt Museum
- •Hike the surrounding mountains
- •Visit the nearby Dachstein caves
Fun Facts
- •This picturesque village inspired the building of Hallstatt in China
- •The town has been continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period
- •Hallstatt is one of the oldest salt mines in the world, dating back to 5000 BC
- •The village has appeared in numerous films and video games
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