Salzwelten Hallstatt is a salt mine and fascinating attraction in Hallstatt, Austria where they showcase the oldest wooden staircase in all of Europe and you learn about the 7000 year old history of salt in an ancient salt mine. Your adventure starts with a panoramic funicular ride up the mountain, and the path then leads to the tunnel mouth of this unique and mystical underground world. First dug by hand over 3000 years ago, the tunnels go many kilometres and deep into the rock interior, come view where miners laboured and toiled so long ago. Home to the new Bronze Age Cinema, located 400 metres underground, projecting an animation and fictional story of a young boy and the oldest ancient staircase, it's fascinating. Salzwelten Hallstatt also has a subterranean salt lake reached by fast miners slides, where you enjoy a multimedia show about the white gold that has been mined here forever, and then you take the miners railway back to daylight and the Hallstatt High Valley, this unique experience is not to be missed.READ MORE

Gruner Anger in the town of Hallstatt which was declared UNESCO-protected world cultural heritage site, is an inn located in the Austrian region of the Salzkammergut, near the cable railway that leads to the salt mine. Enjoy quiet surrounds and comfortable holidays in this family run inn where the boss herself serves a rich breakfast buffet and excellent cuisine for which she is famous. Gruner Anger is ideally based for exploring and enjoying cultural treasures and prehistoric finds, numerous museums and exhibitions in local traditional houses, there are walks ranging from easy to difficult, great biking opportunities, the lakes, water sports and much more, it's one the most beautiful places in Europe for sightseeing. READ MORE

Gasthaus Muehle is one of the oldest taverns in Hallstatt, Austria complete with terrace and restaurant offering hearty home cooking, Italian specialties and homemade pizza. The hostel is rustic with simple furnishings and can accommodate up to 47 guests for overnight stays, with showers and toilets in the corridors and free WIFI throughout. Gasthaus Muehle is the perfect base for exploring this UNESCO world heritage area and guests here enjoy a combination of relaxation and comfort at reasonable prices. They are located right in the centre of Hallstatt next to the waterfall of Muehlbach just 5 minutes to the ship pier and historic market square, come for a memorable stay.READ MORE

Restaurant Rudolfsturm in Hallstatt, Austria dates all the way back to the 13th century and was a medieval defence tower. The restaurant has a panoramic terrace and serves hearty local and regional delicacies from an exceptional menu with some favourite specialties including the Rudolfsturm cold cut platter with their own homemade bread and fresh horseradish, a must try Hungarian Gulaschsoup with bread, Spaghetti bolognese with meat sauce and parmesan cheese, and much more. End your delicious meal at Restaurant Rudolfsturm with their delectable Curd cheese- or Applestrudel with vanilla sauce or whipped cream and enjoy breathtaking views while dining, come feel the history and the ambiance, it's a special dining experience that awaits.READ MORE

Brau-Gasthof in Hallstatt, Austria is located right on the famous Hallstatt lake and is a relaxing hotel and guesthouse steeped in history with the first mention dating all the way back to 1472. Charming and romantic rooms with private balconies and breathtaking lake views boast traditional Austrian furniture, come with satellite TV and shower. The breakfast room serves a spectacular buffet breakfast complete with fire burning for cosy dining enjoyment. They are open year round and there are many summer and winter activities to be enjoyed in the area, and guests can enjoy relaxing in the garden terrace or restaurant enjoying delicacies and specialties from the region. Brau-Gasthof offers a walk back in time with a stay in charming Gothic architecture, renovated, and the eight guest rooms will delight and ensure your stay is a memorable one.READ MORE

Gasthof Hirlatz in Hallstatt, Austria is a family friendly hotel ideally based for walking, cycling and mountain biking right from their door. Individually decorated rooms and suites offer country charm and beautiful furnishings, and come with panoramic mountain views, private bathroom, toilet, hairdryer, cable-TV, WIFI and usually a balcony. Gasthof Hirlatz is situated in the picturesque Echerntal which is pure nature with fascinating natural wonders such as wild mountain streams, waterfalls and rock pools and the lake Hallstattersee, come be a part of it an enjoy and active or relaxing holiday in both summer and winter, they also have a Kniepp-pool or sauna after a long day out.READ MORE

The Gasthof Weisses Lamm Inn in Hallstatt, Austria welcomes you to come make yourself at home in this historic building that has been here since the 16th century, now completely renovated to offer modern day hospitality. Open year round and an ideal base for visiting and staying in the World Heritage Region of Hallstatt-Dachstein-Salzkammergut, considered one of the most beautiful places in the world, the inn offers cozy rooms and a varying buffet breakfast, as well as a la carte kitchen, but half board options are available. The Gasthof Weisses Lamm Inn also has a wellness area committed to harmonising body and soul and comes with a sauna, infrared-heat cabin, steam-shower cubicle and treadmill for a great physical work out, it's all here for a fabulous stay, come enjoy.READ MORE

The Seehotel Gruener Baum in Hallstatt, Austria on the lakeside of Hallstatt Lake was first mentioned in a document all the way back in the year 1700, and this is most impressive building at the market place with spectacular lake views and inviting terrace. This boutique resort is rich with history and stories, offers fabulous accommodations with choices from single rooms right up to superior suites, some with balcony views to the market or lake. For your dining pleasure they have the Restaurant zum Salzbaron, the Kaiserstueberl, the Lakeside terrace and lounge with the chef presenting an exquisite mix of Austrian and Mediterranean delicacies. The Seehotel Gruener Baum is a beautiful setting for your wedding and will assist with all the permissions you need, they also host events and meetings with an exceptional area for conferences, meetings and training courses.READ MORE

Bergfried Gasthof in Hallstatt, Austria is peacefully situated in the heart of the Salzkammergut region at the base of the salt mines just 150 metres from the lake, and only five minutes walk from the centre of town. There is a sauna and whirlpool available for a fee and their shuttle bus specialises in transport to many other cities, you can enjoy hiking, cycling, swimming in Hallstatt Lake or scuba diving, romantic cruises, cultural sites, history and much more in this beautiful region. Bergfried Gasthof has 30 rooms with shower and TV, some with balconies, some with breathtaking lake views and others mountain views, and if you stay more than 3 night breakfast is included in the room price, they also have two private and well equipped apartments available with lake views.READ MORE

Haus Lidy in Hallstatt, Austria offers spacious rooms, comfortably furnished in the style of the inner Salzkammergut, with own balconies. Your pets are welcome and a large, delicious breakfast is included in the price, they also have parking space in front, a storeroom for mountain bikes and a lawn for sunbathing with garden furniture. Haus Lidy offers a wonderful ambience, and is ideally based for unforgettable holidays in this World Heritage region, and is a great starting point for hiking tours, the valley and the mountains, just a few minutes walk from the lake, and the Dachstein-Krippenstein cable railway is a short drive away which will take you to the fascinating giant ice cave and the mammoth caves.READ MORE