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
Take the most modern funicular to visit the world's oldest salt mine
Travel comfortably and barrier-free aboard the world’s most modern funicular to the Hallstatt High Valley. Once at the top, 7,000 years of salt mining history are waiting to be discovered. Exhilarating miners’ slides, a ride on the mine train, the mysterious underground salt lake, and Europe’s oldest wooden staircase make your journey through the world’s oldest salt mine an unforgettable experience. On your way back, explore the Hallstatt High Valley with its walk-through burial chamber and spectacular Skywalk. At the new Salzwelten Bistro “Weitblick 7.000”, enjoy regional specialties and unique views of the impressive Salzkammergut mountains before your adventure ends with a funicular ride back down to the valley.
All-Inclusive Tour
Until 31.8.2026, our daily shuttle takes you comfortably from Hallstatt to Salzwelten Altaussee and back. There, you can explore the fascinating tunnels made of pure rock salt in Austria’s largest active salt mine.
Salzwelten Hallstatt will reopen on 29.8.2026. We look forward to welcoming you to the world’s oldest salt mine!
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
