Why go
- Town in Gmunden, Upper Austria.
- Served by Fiala-Fernbrugg Air Base.
History
Hallstatt is a small town in the Gmunden District of the Austrian state of Upper Austria. Situated between the southwestern shore of Hallstätter See and the steep slopes of the Dachstein massif, the town lies in the Salzkammergut region, on the national road linking Salzburg and Graz.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Fiala-Fernbrugg Air Base; 5 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 6 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: ATO Hallstatt markt(schiffstation), 0.1 km); routes include Hallstatt Markt - Hallstatt Bahnhof, Hallstättersee Rundkurs Nord, Hallstatt Bahnhof - Hallstatt Markt.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Hallstatt, Austria. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.