From Dugout Canoes to Modern Logistics

12 & 13 September 2026, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

The Natural History Museum Vienna and Salzwelten Hallstatt invite you to the annual “Archaeology on the Mountain” event weekend in the Hallstatt High Valley.

This year, everything revolves around 7,300 years of salt transport. How did the precious “White Gold” make its way from Hallstatt to destinations across Europe over thousands of years? From dugout canoes and pack animals to historic brine pipelines and railways, all the way to the new funicular and modern logistics systems – discover how salt transport has evolved through the ages.

Around the “Alte Schmiede”, the Natural History Museum Vienna’s research outpost on the Hallstatt Salzberg, historical demonstrations, hands-on activities, and fascinating insights into current archaeological research await you. Try out prehistoric tools, watch wooden brine pipes being drilled, boil brine yourself, or step into the clothing of Hallstatt’s historic miners.

Participation in this event is free of charge!

You can find the prices for the funicular ride and further information about Salzwelten Hallstatt here.

The programme is subject to changes or postponements due to weather conditions.