Hallstatt
CITYBOOK
Austria · Upper Austria
A village of wooden houses pressed between a still lake and a steep mountain.
See
- 01Lakeside housesNarrow gabled facades standing at the water's edge.
- 02Hallstätter SeeA deep alpine lake that mirrors the village on calm mornings.
- 03Skywalk viewpointA platform hanging over the valley, 350 metres above the roofs.
- 04Market squareA small triangle of pastel houses and a stone fountain.
Do
- 01Boat on the lakeWooden boats cross to the far shore in about fifteen minutes.
- 02Salt mine tourThe oldest working salt mine in the world, cut into the mountain.
- 03Echerntal walkA valley trail that ends at a waterfall under the cliffs.
- 04Dawn by the waterThe village is quietest before the first buses arrive.
Eat
- 01Lake fishChar and trout pulled from the lake, grilled simply.
- 02Alpine dumplingsBread dumplings with butter and herbs, served in small inns.
- 03Apple strudelThin pastry and warm fruit, eaten with coffee in the afternoon.
Make
- 01Salt craftThe mines gave the village its name and its old wealth.
- 02Wood carvingBalconies and shutters shaped by hand, still repaired the same way.