News from the World Heritage
What you should know
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Here's what you need to know now:
Salt Mine & Skywalk only open until 31 August 2025
Dear visitors and guests, we would like to take this opportunity to inform you that the Hallstatt Salt Mine will only be open until 31st August this year. From 1st September 2025, extensive construction work will begin on the site and will last until June 2026. Access to the Skywalk over Hallstatt will also be affected by the closure. The cable car to the "Salzberg" will be out of operation during this period. We thank you for your understanding and wish you an unforgettable holiday in Hallstatt. Your editorial team
No online tickets for Funicular and Salt Mine 2025
Please note that in this year's summer season 2025, no online tickets are available for either the Salzbergbahn or the show mine. Online tickets will only be available again after the renovation work from spring 2026. However, the exact date for the reopening has not yet been set. Tickets are currently only available at the valley station of the Salzberg cable car in Hallstatt. Admission is on a "first come, first served" basis. Thank you for your understanding.
Warning: Closed trails
Better to know before you go
Hiking trails in the Salzkammergut can be closed for various reasons. To help you prepare for your hike, we have set up a page with current road closures in the region. This will help you get to your destination without any detours or stress. Click here to visit the page...