Discover worlds of salt! The perfect family outing – in rainy weather or sunshine!
Salzwelten Salzburg
The White Gold Adventure
At the world’s oldest show mine, you embark on a fascinating journey through time. Ride the mine train deep into the Dürrnberg and experience how salt has shaped people and history for thousands of years. From modern salt mining, the journey leads into the opulent Baroque era, on to the mysterious Middle Ages, and all the way back to the time of the Celts.
Above ground, the Celtic Mountain awaits with the Celtic village, the Salt Manufactory, and a large themed playground—an adventure for the whole family. New: “The missing salt amulet”, an exciting puzzle rally for explorers of all ages.
Experience Salzburg’s White Gold
Salzwelten Hallstatt
A New Way to Experience Adventure
While the world’s most modern funicular is being built in Hallstatt and the salt mine is taking a break, unforgettable adventures still await. With our all-inclusive tour, you can comfortably travel by shuttle to Altaussee, home to Austria’s largest active salt mine. There, you’ll discover impressive tunnels made of pure rock salt, thrilling slides, an underground salt lake, and the moving story of the rescued art treasures from World War II.
Hallstatt itself is also well worth a visit: at the new Salzwelten Market Shop, free tastings invite you to discover and savor the variety of the white gold.
From summer 2026, Hallstatt will reopen with the funicular, the salt mine, the high valley, and the Skywalk.
Discover Hallstatt
Salzwelten Altaussee
The Mountain of Treasures
In Austria’s largest active salt mine, a fascinating blend of nature, history, and emotion awaits you. Deep inside the Sandling, tunnels of pure rock salt shimmer in warm colors, while St. Barbara’s Chapel creates a truly special atmosphere.
Our insider tip is the special guided tour “Bombs on Michelangelo”, focusing on the rescue of priceless artworks during World War II. Discover how courageous miners prevented the destruction of artworks of immeasurable value and earning their place as heroes in the village’s history.
A visit to Altaussee means experiencing history where salt, courage, and humanity come together.
Discover the Secret of Altaussee
Salzwelten Shops
Gifts with Taste
Salt is not just salt. Discover the diversity of Austria’s “white gold” from the mountains and sample our fine selection of natural and handcrafted salt products.
At each of our locations, you’ll find a shop offering special souvenirs and regional delicacies. In Hallstatt, two additional shops await you - right on the market square and at the bus terminal. And in the imperial town of Bad Ischl, our Salzwelten Shop invites you to browse and indulge.
Still looking for the perfect gift? Then visit our online shop and discover exquisite salt products that combine taste and history.
Salzwelten Online Shop
