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SALT MINE ADVENTURE
An unforgettable experience in Salzburger Land
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Description
The salt mines in Hallstatt, Hallein, and Altaussee are among Austria's most popular tourist destinations, offering a fascinating glimpse into the millennia-old history of salt mining. In Hallstatt, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dachstein–Salzkammergut, visitors enter the oldest salt mine in the world.
Prehistoric salt mining, an underground salt lake, and modern exhibits provide captivating insights into the 7,000-year-old tradition of salt extraction. The "Skywalk World Heritage View" observation platform, high above the town, complements the experience with one of the country's most iconic panoramas. Currently under construction in Hallstatt is a major future project: the world's most modern funicular railway, which will provide even more impressive access to the Hallstatt salt mountain starting in June 2026.
The Altaussee location combines one of Austria's most beautiful landscapes with a vibrant mining history. Besides the active salt mining and the tunnels of pure rock salt, the rescue of important European artworks from the Nazis during World War II is also a key focus here – a fascinating topic for cultural and sightseeing tours.
At the Salzburg Salt Mines in Hallein, ancient tunnels meet modern educational exhibits. A visit includes an underground journey through four important eras of salt mining. A ride on the mine train, miners' slides, and a raft trip across the salt lake are included. Right next to the site, the Celtic Village awaits with its demonstration saltworks, where traditional salt production is vividly presented. This combination makes Hallein particularly attractive for family and school programs.
Each destination has its own unique character and offers a diverse range of options for tour groups, families, and individual travelers.
Information & Tickets at: www.salzwelten.at
Personal Consultation at: info@salzwelten.at
Salzwelten Hallstatt: Admission per person EUR 49.00
(includes admission & guided tour of the salt mine, round trip on the salt mine funicular, Skywalk viewing platform "World Heritage View")
Open: Summer 2026 - January 6, 2027
Salzwelten Salzburg: Admission per person EUR 35.00
(includes admission & guided tour of the salt mine as well as admission to the Celtic Village with salt manufactory)
Open: January 7, 2026 - January 10, 2027
Salzwelten Altaussee: Admission per person EUR 27.00
(includes admission & guided tour of the salt mine as well as admission to the "Art on the Steinberg" exhibition)
Open: January 7, 2026 - January 7, 2027
Closed: November 3 - November 30, 2026, December 24, 2026 & December 31, 2026
Prehistoric salt mining, an underground salt lake, and modern exhibits provide captivating insights into the 7,000-year-old tradition of salt extraction. The "Skywalk World Heritage View" observation platform, high above the town, complements the experience with one of the country's most iconic panoramas. Currently under construction in Hallstatt is a major future project: the world's most modern funicular railway, which will provide even more impressive access to the Hallstatt salt mountain starting in June 2026.
The Altaussee location combines one of Austria's most beautiful landscapes with a vibrant mining history. Besides the active salt mining and the tunnels of pure rock salt, the rescue of important European artworks from the Nazis during World War II is also a key focus here – a fascinating topic for cultural and sightseeing tours.
At the Salzburg Salt Mines in Hallein, ancient tunnels meet modern educational exhibits. A visit includes an underground journey through four important eras of salt mining. A ride on the mine train, miners' slides, and a raft trip across the salt lake are included. Right next to the site, the Celtic Village awaits with its demonstration saltworks, where traditional salt production is vividly presented. This combination makes Hallein particularly attractive for family and school programs.
Each destination has its own unique character and offers a diverse range of options for tour groups, families, and individual travelers.
Information & Tickets at: www.salzwelten.at
Personal Consultation at: info@salzwelten.at
Salzwelten Hallstatt: Admission per person EUR 49.00
(includes admission & guided tour of the salt mine, round trip on the salt mine funicular, Skywalk viewing platform "World Heritage View")
Open: Summer 2026 - January 6, 2027
Salzwelten Salzburg: Admission per person EUR 35.00
(includes admission & guided tour of the salt mine as well as admission to the Celtic Village with salt manufactory)
Open: January 7, 2026 - January 10, 2027
Salzwelten Altaussee: Admission per person EUR 27.00
(includes admission & guided tour of the salt mine as well as admission to the "Art on the Steinberg" exhibition)
Open: January 7, 2026 - January 7, 2027
Closed: November 3 - November 30, 2026, December 24, 2026 & December 31, 2026