--- title: Saltmine Hallstatt url: "https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401006/hallstatt-salt-mine.html" description: Visit the saltmine and go on a journey through the long history of the saltproduction. date: 2012-06-19 modified: 2026-03-06 --- # Saltmine Hallstatt Hallstatt Salt Mine ===================== Hallstatt, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204650/F34405F063B20066D6F05B60C07295998BCB29566CCA94CCD01E3EA56190DB2F/salzbergbahn-hallstatt.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204651/5A391770E4C3A8C7015EEA89AE4421D55FF328D8A0656C6FE2AB9BEE6285107C/schaugrab-im-hallstaetter-hochtal.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a happy family sitting on an illuminated wooden bridge. The adults and the child are wearing white clothes and laughing at the camera. Trees and lights can be seen in the background, creating a cosy atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204649/0F84CCD6F9031B90E3C8B760AC0765BB2C40025CA1B4C1E1732C271EB62C4888/salzwelten.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Torsten Kraft Close copyright [ ![The first stop of your journey back in the time to the 1st Millennium B.C. takes only a few minutes.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204650/F34405F063B20066D6F05B60C07295998BCB29566CCA94CCD01E3EA56190DB2F/salzbergbahn-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Torsten Kraft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204650/F34405F063B20066D6F05B60C07295998BCB29566CCA94CCD01E3EA56190DB2F/salzbergbahn-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a family looking at a collection of ancient artefacts and fossils in a museum or exhibition. The parents and their two children are standing in front of a glass display case in which various Stone Age artefacts can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204651/5A391770E4C3A8C7015EEA89AE4421D55FF328D8A0656C6FE2AB9BEE6285107C/schaugrab-im-hallstaetter-hochtal.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204651/5A391770E4C3A8C7015EEA89AE4421D55FF328D8A0656C6FE2AB9BEE6285107C/schaugrab-im-hallstaetter-hochtal.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows an impressive view of an azure blue lake surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A group of hikers can be seen on a high vantage point from where they can admire the breathtaking landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204652/538B99B6C5AE1F72A35EC9175B0B0EF013059563E7E3764BEB6564E2C3D86451/sakywalk-welterbeblick.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204652/538B99B6C5AE1F72A35EC9175B0B0EF013059563E7E3764BEB6564E2C3D86451/sakywalk-welterbeblick.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a breathtaking view over a deep valley filled with mist. A long bridge rises above the clouds and a person stands at the end of the bridge with arms outstretched to enjoy the picturesque landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204653/66B7AF87480E29B203EC1458CE545C6A014915372835107C49D4A4DD2D8939F8/skywalk-welterbeblick.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204653/66B7AF87480E29B203EC1458CE545C6A014915372835107C49D4A4DD2D8939F8/skywalk-welterbeblick.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![As the oldest salt mine in the world, it looks back over a fascinating 7000 year history. An exciting adventure awaits visitors as they experience the history of the salt mine in a 90 minutes tour underground.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204654/A6291C7EC6529A9C556EAA1B24ACA2A02101F94264088D5AC900BD9FF5CB0137/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204654/A6291C7EC6529A9C556EAA1B24ACA2A02101F94264088D5AC900BD9FF5CB0137/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Join a 90 minutes tour in the salt mine in Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204655/EF141316031115E1C46330BC6D9E49F4E98467BC9B4979E17F7607A2AF3D0DEA/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204655/EF141316031115E1C46330BC6D9E49F4E98467BC9B4979E17F7607A2AF3D0DEA/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Children from the age of 4 years and older are welcome at the salt mine.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204656/96C7E74C8B32254B0C918889F864694082E4899ADA57B3190F3AA50C194B4709/kinder-im-bergwerk.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204656/96C7E74C8B32254B0C918889F864694082E4899ADA57B3190F3AA50C194B4709/kinder-im-bergwerk.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows an underground cave or grotto that is equipped with lighting. There is a collection of objects and structures that indicate that this place has been set up for visitors. The lighting and the design of the cave create an atmospheric and mystical atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204657/567FA34CF7066336DB68FA1F7E54DFB56A9B33536007BF49D451A01897B4F206/salzkristallkammer.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204657/567FA34CF7066336DB68FA1F7E54DFB56A9B33536007BF49D451A01897B4F206/salzkristallkammer.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![The big salt lake in the middle of the salt mine in Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204658/1850110E809A0B7E2DAEE4B805A0CDE72C78A0023CB08705991BACBDF2772A1C/salzsee.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204658/1850110E809A0B7E2DAEE4B805A0CDE72C78A0023CB08705991BACBDF2772A1C/salzsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![A fascinating light Show on the salt lake in Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204659/7F2FE0629C891AAFD9FC5277E324B24A161E14ED8ECC034F153CF86450A6DE76/salzsee.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204659/7F2FE0629C891AAFD9FC5277E324B24A161E14ED8ECC034F153CF86450A6DE76/salzsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten Close copyright [ ![The Salt Mine presents its latest Highlight: the new Bronze Age Cinema - 400 metres underground.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204660/71AAC6CA9A450FDECE681DCDED295DF7F7DF63A8C79C2C1F47A32501AFB6A686/bronzezeit-kino.jpg "© Salzwelten") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204660/71AAC6CA9A450FDECE681DCDED295DF7F7DF63A8C79C2C1F47A32501AFB6A686/bronzezeit-kino.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows three cheerful women in a gloomy tunnel, sitting on a yellow object. The women are smiling and seem to be enjoying a pleasant experience.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204661/9FBF4A3D3CDFF9C3E8A0026FD89103D54189A18222272BB086333825FF2DD2CA/fahrt-mit-dem-grubenhunt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204661/9FBF4A3D3CDFF9C3E8A0026FD89103D54189A18222272BB086333825FF2DD2CA/fahrt-mit-dem-grubenhunt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a man in a traditional uniform holding a piece of rock in his hand. Behind him are several people in white robes. The scene takes place in an old building with wooden beams and a rough stone wall.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204662/2E61521C4638B0CD231AF31029A74FE6D00A9F838820C0E6F65C37748C857C17/guide-mit-gruppe.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204662/2E61521C4638B0CD231AF31029A74FE6D00A9F838820C0E6F65C37748C857C17/guide-mit-gruppe.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows an underground cave with a wooden fortified building. The cave is illuminated and offers a cosy place to relax, surrounded by rocks and stones.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204663/5E37AFCAE8EA79231C8465FDCF810A4F67E642FBD4AA9A74824059BCCE7B9365/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204663/5E37AFCAE8EA79231C8465FDCF810A4F67E642FBD4AA9A74824059BCCE7B9365/salzwelten-hallstatt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzwelten/Bergauer Close copyright [ ![Hallstatt Salt Mine in Hallstatt: The picture shows a long staircase made of wooden planks that winds its way down into a dark cave interspersed with rocks and stones. The lighting is sparse and creates a mystical atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204664/1C6A5A10AAB1921D0F1D58DB36A91D36F281524F85E236ED22908A3381974981/aelteste-holzstiege-im-salzbergwerk-hallstatt.jpg "© Salzwelten/Bergauer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204664/1C6A5A10AAB1921D0F1D58DB36A91D36F281524F85E236ED22908A3381974981/aelteste-holzstiege-im-salzbergwerk-hallstatt.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Salzbergstraße 21 4830 Hallstatt [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Salzbergstra%C3%9Fe%2021%2C%204830%20Hallstatt "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Salzbergstra%C3%9Fe%2021%2C%204830%20Hallstatt "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.556375630046119&lon=13.645089268684378&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) roadblock: New mountain railway since 03.12.2024 Description: Dear guests, We are pleased to inform you that the cable car and the mountain and valley stations of the **Salzwelten Hallstatt** are being renovated. This investment will significantly improve capacity and, above all, comfort for our guests. Please note that cable car operations and the Hallstatt show mine will be temporarily suspended from **1 September 2025**. The new facility will start operating in time for the **summer season in June 2026**. During the construction period (1 September 2025 to June 2026), we look forward to welcoming your guests to one of our two other locations - **Salzwelten Salzburg & Altaussee** - as an alternative. From **3 December 2024**, the footpath into the Hallstatt High Valley will be closed until the opening of the Salzberg cable car in 2026.A safe ascent is no longer possible at present due to weather conditions. Hallstatt Salt Mine: Welcome to the oldest salt mine in the world! ------------------------------------------------------------------ - **Travel 7000 years through time!** - **Experience great cinema 400 meters underground!** - **Embark on a prehistoric expedition!** - **Visitor center & salt world store at the valley station of the Salzberg cable car** - **Enjoy the world heritage view from the Skywalk** **Due to the enormous volume of traffic, we strongly recommend traveling by public transport!** **SALZWELTEN HALLSTATT & SKYWALK** -------------------------------------- ***An unforgettable excursion to the oldest salt mine in the world*** ****The wind gently caresses your face. Lake Hallstatt glistens deep below you. Colorful houses line the shore. You feel the vastness, squint into the sun, enjoy the warmth ... and remember that until recently you were exploring the tunnels in the heart of the mountain.That you were hurtling down wooden miners' slides and following in the footsteps of thousands of years - in the Hallstatt Salt Mine, the oldest salt mine in the world!**** Before you can explore the tunnels in the salt mine, you first have to take the Salzbergbahn up a steep incline. It only takes a few minutes to climb 360 meters up into the Hallstatt high valley. Did you know that people were already mining for salt here 7,000 years ago? This makes Hallstatt the oldest salt mine in the world! The burial ground in the Hallstatt High Valley bears witness to this bygone era. At several stations - such as the walk-in show grave **-** you can find out all kinds of interesting facts about the prehistoric settlers and the world-famous place to which an entire era owes its name. Underground: miners' slides, Bronze Age cinema & co. -------------------------------------------------------- After a short walk through the Hallstatt high valley, the Hallstatt Salt Mine welcomes you with a hearty "Glück Auf!". Your exciting journey inside the mountain begins in the miners' house: first you walk into the mountain, where you roam through the tunnels underground with a Salzwelten guide, whizz down the miner's slide and learn exciting stories and facts about salt mining. The oldest salt mine in the world is also home to a record: the oldest wooden staircase in Europe was found in the prehistoric Hallstatt tunnels - built 2,800 years ago! Today, the staircase is the star of the "Bronze Age Cinema" 400 meters underground. In other words, probably the deepest cinema in the world. A speedy ride on the mine train takes you back to daylight. After you have explored the depths of the mountain, another highlight awaits you - in the truest sense of the word: the Hallstatt Skywalk! A twelve-meter-long walkway that juts out into the void! Do you dare to go all the way to the top? If you dare, an unforgettable view including an adrenaline kick of the world-famous Lake Hallstatt, the UNESCO World Heritage town of Hallstatt and the surrounding mountains awaits you! [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Hallstatt Salt Mine** Salzbergstraße 21 4830 Hallstatt Phone +43 6132 200 - 2400Show no. E-Mail [info@salzwelten.at](#mailto) Web [www.salzwelten.at/](https://www.salzwelten.at/ "New window") Web [www.salzwelten.at/de/hallstatt/berg…](https://www.salzwelten.at/de/hallstatt/bergwerk/ "New window") https://www.salzwelten.at/ https://www.salzwelten.at/de/hallstatt/bergwerk/ --- **You can also visit us on** [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/salzwelten) [ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/salzwelten_official) [ TikTok ](https://www.tiktok.com/@visitdachstein) [ Pinterest ](https://www.pinterest.at/dachsteinsalzkammergut) [ Flickr ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/43806315@N04) [ YouTube ](https://www.youtube.com/user/Salzwelten1) [ Wikipedia ](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salzwelten)--- **Contact person** Salzwelten Hallstatt Salzbergstrasse 21 4830 Hallstatt Phone +43 6132 200 - 2400Show no. E-Mail [info@salzwelten.at](#mailto) Web [www.salzwelten.at](http://www.salzwelten.at "New window") --- **Legal contact information** Salzwelten GmbH Salzbergstraße 21 AT-4830 Hallstatt https://www.salzwelten.at UID: ATU 36919108 --- **We speak the following languages** German English Other foreign languages: Audio Guides: French, Italian, Slovenian, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Presumably closed until June 2026! - opened daily - Registration required **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - holiday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Elevation**855 m **Accessibility / arrival****by car from Salzburg:** Exit Thalgau via federal road B158 towards Bad Ischl, in Bad Ischl drive onto Salzkammergut Street B145 towards Bad Goisern, in Bad Goisern turn right onto B166, at the Gosaumühle junction turn left towards Hallstatt **from Linz:** Exit Regau via federal road Salzkammergut street B145 towards Gmunden and Bad Ischl to Bad Goisern, in Bad Goisern turn right onto B166, at the Gosaumühle junction turn left towards Hallstatt **from Vienna/Graz:** Exit Liezen via federal road B320, in Trautenfels drive onto Salzkammergut street B145 towards Bad Aussee, turn onto Koppen street via Obertraun to Hallstatt **from Villach:** Tauern motorway to exit "Eben im Pongau", via B166 Pass Gschütt federal road through Gosau, at the Gosaumühle junction turn towards Hallstatt **by train** Attnang-Puchheim – Stainach-Irdning lines arriving at "train station Hallstatt", take the ferry to Hallstatt **by bus** bus 542/543 arriving at bus stop “Hallstatt Lahn” Detailed information on the respective train and bus times can be found at (train) and (bus). **Parking fees**P1/P2/P3/P4 Short term tariffs 15 minutes free 1 hour: 4.00 Euro 2 hours: 7.00 Euro 3-4 hours: 9.00 Euro 5-6 hours: 9.50 Euro 7-12 hours 10.00 Euro From the 13th hour: daily tariff 15.00 Euro Lost ticket: € 30 Bus fee: € 80.00 per day For buses: Please contact Hallstatt PEB GmbH - www.peb-hallstatt.com **Shuttle service**Bus shuttle to the hotel in the centre Daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility - Diaper room **Food and drink available**Cafe, restaurant, kiosk **Service**- Shop **Guided tour**Guided tours: The temperature in the mine is around 8° Celsius, so warm clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended. A visit to the salt mines is not dependent on the weather and therefore does not involve any planning uncertainties! Duration of the underground tour: approx. 90 minutes When planning your trip, please allow at least 3 hours in total! Maximum group size: 70 people per tour INFO for coach groups: If you are traveling to Hallstatt by coach, it is essential to book a coach slot at book a bus slot at www.hallstatt-parking.com. Without a bus slot it is unfortunately not possible to travel to Hallstatt. possible. For further information please visit us at www.salzwelten.at [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**no prices available [Online store/online rental](https://shop.salzwelten.at/de) **Payment methods** Cash payment Invoice **Debit and credit cards** ATM card Diners Club JCB Mastercard Unionpay Visa **Mobile and online** Alipay Apple Pay Klarna PayPal **Discounts (Age-related / Groups)**- Children - Student groups with school class - Families 2024: Children with accompanying parent: € 18,00 2025: Children with accompanying parent: € 19,50 - Groups **Other discounts**Salzkammergut Card, SalzburgLand Card, many other guest cards **Discounts (Memberships)**- ARBÖ member - ÖAMTC Member - OÖ Nachrichten (news) - Salzkammergut Sommer-Card Normal price / special price incl. ascent and descent Salzbergbahn Adults € 49,00 / € 44,00 Online booking code: SKGTCard (redeemable once per customer) The Salzkammergut Card must be shown at the entrance. - Salzkammergut Winter-Card - Family Card OÖ [https://www.familienkarte.at/d…](https://www.familienkarte.at/de/familienkarte/vorteilsgeber/vorteilsgebersuchedetailseite/action.view/entity.detail/key.16912.html "Link will open in a new window") [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for kids (4 - 14 Year) - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for families - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter **Other special suitabilities** Families, senior citizens, children from 4 years and groups [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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