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Hallstatt Saltmines
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The salt worlds of Hallstatt (salt mine, salt mountain railway, skywalk & the high valley) will remain closed until summer 2026. During the renovation phase, two special offers await our visitors in Hallstatt: Website
7,000 years of salt mining in the world's oldest salt mine. Hike across the famous burial ground to the site where the legendary "man in the salt" was found and experience a very special journey through time. An unforgettable adventure for all ages – whatever the weather.
Salt Worlds Hallstatt: Welcome to the oldest salt mine in the world!
- Dare to take a UNESCO World Heritage view from the Skywalk
- Travel back 7,000 years in time!
- Enjoy a grand cinema experience 400 meters underground!
- Embark on a prehistoric expedition!
- Visitor center & Salt Worlds shop at the valley station of the salt mine cable car
The experience before the experience
Fascinating, exciting, thrilling! – This is how your journey into the Hallstatt era begins as you ride the panoramic salt mine cable car to the Hallstatt high valley. There, you dare to look down from the suspended Skywalk at the historic Hallstatt, which lies 350 meters below, and at the UNESCO World Heritage region. Right after that, you dive into a long-ago epoch of humanity.
The path through the ages
Your path through the ages crosses the Hallstatt high valley, where approximately 1,500 graves with valuable grave goods have been excavated to this day. You will encounter a walkable viewing grave, which along with audio guide information stations, offers you a fascinating insight into the 7,000-year-old Hallstatt culture and salt production.
Meet and Greet with the Man in Salt
From the miners' house, you will travel on tracks with the mine train through the mysterious tunnels into the massive heart of the salt mountain. Here, you will meet the legendary "Man in Salt," who was found nearly completely preserved almost 300 years ago. You will glide rapidly like the miners of old down two miner slides into the depths, where a mystical salt lake awaits you.
Movie Time in the "Bronze Age Cinema"
In the Bronze Age Cinema, you will encounter some great stars. For example, the oldest wooden staircase in Europe. An absolute highlight that provides the cinema with a perfect stage. Or Udlo and his kin. The film, which you will see in 4K quality more than 400 meters underground, revolves around their hard lives in the Bronze Age.
Salt mining from the Bronze Age to the present
The Salt Worlds Hallstatt spans an experiential arc over 7,000 years of salt history. In addition to display areas for archaeological research related to prehistoric mining, a modernized display area now also showcases present-day mining since May 2017. Salinen Austria AG looks back on the longest nearly uninterrupted company history in the world.
Expedition into Prehistory
If you want to dive even deeper into the mysterious history of salt production and Hallstatt culture, then book the prehistoric expedition. Equipped with protective clothing and a helmet, you will explore the site of the Man in Salt and many other treasures from the past. The tour lasts approximately 4 hours and takes place every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. in July and August. Don’t forget to register!
What you should know:
- Only children aged 4 and older are allowed to visit the mine!
- Don’t forget sturdy footwear and warm clothing!
- Audio guides in 15 languages
- Paid parking available
Please refer to the official website for opening hours.
The prices can be found on the official website.
Online tickets: https://tickets.salzwelten.at/en
Impressions
Salzwelten Hallstatt Skywalk Sommer - weiter Blick | © Salzwelten
Salzwelten Hallstatt | © Salzwelten
Kino | © Salzwelten
Hallstätter Hochtal, Salzbergbahn | © Salzwelten / Torsten Kraft
Hallstatt, view from the observation plattform | © Salzwelten
Hallstätter Hochtal, Restaurant „Rudolfsturm“ | © streiflichter.at
Salzwelten Hallstatt - Familie - Rutsche | © Salzwelten
Contact
Salzwelten Hallstatt
Salzbergstraße 21
4830 Hallstatt
Salzbergstraße 21
4830 Hallstatt
Tel. +436132 2002400
