It is truly a unique sensation to travel through time with the “railroad” through the mountain valleys, along the lakes of the Salzkammergut and take a boat across the Hallstätter See. Venture on this trip through the elements, through the aromatic mountain air and gorgeous nature - on a path taking you through the millennia to discover the history of salt.
The Salzberg funicular brings you comfortably to the Hallstatt mountain valley, from where a 15-minute walk takes you past historic sites to the entrance to the Salt Worlds Hallstatt.
7000 years, and not in the least boring! This is how the oldest salt mine in the world presents itself today. The 90-minute tour through the underground world lets history come alive as a fascinating adventure! Using state-of-the-art multimedia technology, the visitor is guided through the exciting history of salt mining, from the Neolithic period all the way to modern high-tech mining. Super-long 60 metre slides, mysterious tunnels, an underground salt lake and rapid rides with the pit railway: Here, scientific research mixes with exciting entertainment in an impressive manner.
Highlights
- Bronze Age cinema - 400 metres below ground! The oldest wooden staircase in Europe is the centre and highlight of this presentation surrounding the prehistoric miners of Hallstatt.
- Hallstatt Skywalk
- The new observation deck "WELTERBEBLICK" (World Heritage View) below the "Rudolfsturm" restaurant offers the unique opportunity to enjoy the World Heritage town of Hallstatt from a bird's-eye view.
- Don't forget warm clothes and sturdy shoes!
Opening hours
Funicular:
- Advance booking. 30.06. - 23.10.2026 daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- 24.10. - 31.12.2026 daily from 9:00 to 16:30
Mine:
- Advance booking. 30.06. - 23.10.2026 daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- 24.10. - 31.12.2026 daily from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Contact for accommodation
- Tourismusbüro Hallstatt
- hallstatt@dachstein-salzkammergut.at
- www.dachstein-salzkammergut.at
Included services
- Transfer by boat across the Hallstätter See (return journey)
- Round trip with the Salzberg funicular
- Entry to the Salt Worlds Hallstatt, incl. guided tour
- Observation deck "World Heritage View"
Destination station: Hallstatt
Price overview
| Offers | ÖBB Plus-offer | Local prices |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | € 52.80 | € 57.00 |
| Children 4<15 years | € 25.50 | € 26.70 |
Valid from 30.06. - 31.12.2026
Children under the age of 4 are not admitted to the exhibition.
Important information:
The Hallstatt Salt Mines are temporarily closed for renovations and the construction of a new funicular railway. This new railway will be the most modern in Europe, offering visitors numerous advantages: greater comfort, faster travel times, and even more impressive views of the stunning UNESCO World Heritage landscape of Hallstatt. The Hallstatt Salt Mines look forward to opening the new funicular in June 2026. Until then, the salt mines remain open to visitors with extended hours at the Salzburg and Altaussee locations.