Things to do in Hallstatt

Descend into the world's oldest salt mine with 7,000 years of mining history. Slide down wooden miners' slides and marvel at the subterranean salt lake light show during your guided tour.

Perched 360 metres above Hallstatt, this dramatic skywalk extends over a cliff edge. Savour panoramic views of the UNESCO village and Dachstein Alps while enjoying Austrian cuisine at the historic Rudolfsturm restaurant.

Journey through 7,000 years of history at this museum showcasing Hallstatt's prehistoric salt mining legacy. Interactive displays bring ancient European civilisations to life in this UNESCO World Heritage site.

This macabre collection houses over 1,200 painted human skulls, each telling a storey of Hallstatt's unique burial traditions. Visitors experience a profound meditation on mortality while examining these centuries-old designs.

This Gothic church overlooks Lake Hallstatt with its distinctive architectural charm. Inside the adjacent ossuary, discover over 1,200 painted human skulls—a fascinating glimpse into unique local burial traditions.

This charming alpine square forms the cultural heart of Hallstatt, surrounded by historic architecture. Savour local cuisine at the square's cafés while admiring the Holy Trinity statue and colourful traditional buildings.

This baroque church from 1711 showcases intricate crucifixion carvings in a serene hilltop setting. Climb the gentle slope for breathtaking panoramas of Hallstatt's town and lake landscape.