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Hallstatt & Salt mine Private full-Day Tour from Salzburg
Hallstatt & Salt mine Private full-Day Tour from Salzburg
Hallstatt & Salt mine Private full-Day Tour from Salzburg
Hallstatt & Salt mine Private full-Day Tour from Salzburg
Hallstatt & Salt mine Private full-Day Tour from Salzburg

Hallstatt highlights full-Day Tour from Salzburg Small group

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Overview

Wander around the Old Town with stunning views of Hallstätter See and the Alps, reminiscent of a scene from a Disney film. Capture iconic shots of colourful cottages lining the lake and dramatic mountains at designated viewpoints like photo View. Explore the 12th-century chapel of St. Michael housing a charnel house with painted human skulls, a unique experience in Europe. Take a leisurely walk along the lakefront, enjoying picturesque views, elegant swans, and well-preserved half-timber homes. Discover the 7,000-year-old salt mine on Salzburg (Salt Mountain) accessible by cable car or funicular railway, offering insights into ancient mining methods and a Subterranean Salt Lake.
The Bone House in Hallstatt, located in the St. Michael's Chapel, is a unique attraction dating back to the 12th century.

Activity location

  • St Gilgen
    • St Gilgen, Austria

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  • St Gilgen
    • St Gilgen, Austria

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
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  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded(Entry is optional) Salt mine fee Adults €28 Children(4-15)14€
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded(Entry is optional) Bone house fee Adults: € 2,00 Children: € 0,50
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded(Entry is optional) Mozart House in St. Gilgen Adult 6 Euro & children 2,50 Euro

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  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

St Gilgen
  • 30m
St. Gilgen is also known as Mozart Village! Sport, culture and nature lie so wonderfully side by side there. The picturesque town of St. Gilgen is only 25 kilometres from Salzburg's old town. This idyll is closely linked to the child prodigy Mozart and his family. After all, his grandfather was born here, and Mozart's sister “Nannerl” found her home in St. Gilgen. Selected events and the Mozarthaus still remind us of the Mozart family today.
St Gilgen Mozartplatz (Pass by)
Mozarthaus St. Gilgen on Lake Wolfgangsee The place for culture and encounters at Lake Wolfgangsee The birthplace of Mozart's mother and the home of his sister Maria Anna “Nannerl” Mozart, makes St. Gilgen the “Mozart Village on Lake Wolfgangsee”
Salzwelten Hallstatt
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Salt mine optional not necessary to visit Oldest Salt Mine: Salzwelten Hallstatt is the oldest salt mine in the world, with a history dating back 7000 years
Hallstatt Skywalk "Welterbeblick"
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Hallstatt Skywalk optional not necessary to visit Hallstatt Skywalk: The Hallstatt Skywalk offers panoramic views of UNESCO World Heritage Hallstatt, the Hallstätter See, and the surrounding mountains from a 12-meter-long lookout platform
Hallstatter See
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Boat tour is optional not necessary to visit The Hallstätter See in Hallstatt, Austria, is a stunning mountain lake located in the Salzkammergut region. It is approximately 8.55 km2 in surface area and reaches a maximum depth of 125 metres. The lake is surrounded by steep, wooded slopes, giving it a fjord-like character. Hallstätter See is not only known for its natural beauty but also for its historical significance Navia Zillen-Schifffahrt: Offers traditional boat tours on Lake Hallstatt using a 12-meter Zille, a type of barge used by locals 500 years ago. Sunset and early morning tours are available, providing a romantic experience with stories from the region's past
Hallstatt City
  • 2h
Hallstatt is not only a visual delight but also a place steeped in history and culture, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a blend of natural beauty and historical significance Cultural Attractions: The village boasts attractions like the Hallstatt Skywalk, offering panoramic views from a viewing platform 360 metres above the rooftops, and the Hallstatt Charnel House, a unique site filled with intricately painted skulls dating back centuries Natural Beauty: Situated by the Hallstätter See, a stunning mountain lake surrounded by steep wooded slopes, Hallstatt offers a serene setting for visitors to enjoy water activities, hiking, and exploring the picturesque surroundings
Hallstatt Ossuary
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
optional not necessary to visit The history of the Hallstatt Bone House, also known as the Charnel House or Ossuary, dates back to the 12th century and is steeped in tradition and cultural practices: Origin: The Bone House in Hallstatt, Austria, has been in existence since the 12th century, located in St. Michael's Chapel in the historical centre of the World Heritage city kull Collection: The Bone House houses around 1200 human skulls, with 610 of them hand-painted and arranged according to individual family groups, each marked with dates of death. The tradition of recording and painting skulls dates back to 1720 AD when graves were re-opened due to limited burial space, leading to the removal and decoration of skulls Continuation of Tradition: The tradition of the Bone House custom has continued into modern times, with the most recent addition in 1995 being the skull of a woman who passed away in 1983. Individuals who wish for their skulls to be placed in the Bone House
Hallstatt Lutheran Church
  • 10m
The Hallstatt Lutheran Church, located in Hallstatt, Austria, is a significant landmark by the shore of Hallstätter See, adding to the beauty of the village and serving as an attraction for photo shooting. The church, situated in a picturesque setting, offers visitors a glimpse of historical and cultural significance in the charming village of Hallstatt

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    • St Gilgen, Austria

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    • St Gilgen, Austria

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